Cybercriminals have been increasingly using the Airbnb network for illicit activities. A new research by cybersecurity experts at SlashNext uncovered the methods employed by these malicious actors to hack user accounts and benefit from stolen data.
Due to its global ubiquity and reputation to offer travellers with affordable lodging, Airbnb—a household name in the travel industry—has become a prime target. SlashNext clarified, however, that because of this accessibility, cybercriminals have been able to take advantage of the system and exploit it for their own purposes.
Stealers are at the heart of these cyber-attacks, infiltrating devices and accumulating sensitive information such as login credentials. This stolen data is subsequently sent to the attackers, allowing them to gain unauthorised access to user accounts. The research sheds light on the numerous access points employed by cybercriminals, ranging from software flaws to social engineering techniques.
The study also uncovered an underground marketplace where cybercriminals
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