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Warlock Exploits SharePoint Flaws to Disable Security Tools and Deploy Ransomware

Cybersecurity researchers have recently uncovered a new campaign by a threat group known as Warlock, which is using vulnerabilities in Microsoft SharePoint to slip past corporate defenses. Instead of just stealing data, this group goes a step further by actively turning off internal security tools before launching devastating ransomware attacks. For everyday computer users, this is a stark reminder that cybercriminals are constantly finding clever ways to bypass standard digital safeguards, often starting their campaigns with a simple, deceptive email sent right to your personal or work inbox.

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