Warning: Phishing Attacks Are Abusing RMM Tools to Target Bank Accounts
KnowBe4, Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
KnowBe4 cites Fortra data showing a 475% rise in phishing attacks that use RMM tools to target business banking accounts.
KnowBe4 cites Fortra research on a surge in hybrid phishing attacks that trick victims into installing remote monitoring and management tools.
The campaigns focus on North American financial institutions, especially business commercial banking accounts.
Fortra recorded 475% more RMM-based phishing attacks in the first nine months of 2026 than in all of the previous year.
Because RMM tools are legitimate, they often bypass basic security controls.