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Def Con Attendees Targeted by Persistent Phishing Campaign

Huntress reports a persistent and elaborate phishing campaign targeting attendees following the Def Con security conference.

A Huntress researcher documented being targeted by an elaborate and persistent phishing scam after attending Def Con. The campaign specifically went after conference attendees, suggesting deliberate targeting of the security community. Details of the social engineering approach and persistence were shared.

Infosecurity Magazine · 27d agoPhishing & fraud

DEF CON crowd suspected in fake-hotspot attack on Delta flight

FBI Atlanta is investigating a fake in-flight Wi-Fi hotspot attack on a Delta flight, with DEF CON attendees suspected and no arrests made.

FBI Atlanta confirmed it is investigating an attack involving a rogue Wi-Fi hotspot used against a Delta flight. The timing and technique led to speculation that DEF CON attendees were involved. No arrests have been made, and details about affected victims remain limited.

Ars Technica · Security · Aug 12, 2026Phishing & fraud in the wild