Mailer Overview

This article presents a general explanation of Mailer attacks and explores common attack vectors.

A mass mailer attack, also known as a mass email attack, is a type of cyberattack where a large volume of unsolicited emails is sent to many recipients.

These attacks are facilitated by automated tools that allow attackers to send out a massive number of emails quickly.

Mass Mailers Explained

• A mailer attack, also known as a mass mailer attack, is a type of cyberattack where a malicious actor sends a large number of unsolicited and often deceptive emails to a wide audience
• These emails often contain malicious content, such as links to phishing websites, infected attachments, or other types of malware
• The primary goal of a mass mailer attack is to compromise the security of recipients' systems or trick them into revealing sensitive information
• These attacks are facilitated by automated tools that allow attackers to send out a massive number of emails quickly
• Mass mailer attacks can cause widespread damage, spread malware, or be used to carry out other malicious activities, such as identity theft or financial fraud

Common Mailer Attack Vectors

• Compromised Websites
  • Attackers may gain unauthorized access to websites and use them as a platform to send out a large number of malicious emails to unsuspecting recipients

• Botnets

  • Botnets are networks of compromised computers controlled by a single entity

  • Attackers can use botnets to send mass emails, making it challenging to trace the source of the attack

• Phishing Pages

  • Attackers create convincing phishing websites that collect email addresses from unsuspecting users who believe they are signing up for a legitimate service and then use these addresses for mass mailer attacks

• Email Spoofing

  • Attackers use email spoofing techniques to forge the sender's email address, making it appear as though the emails originate from a legitimate source