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Beware of phishing emails disguised as quote requests

September 27, 2026 · AhnLab ASEC · Severity: MEDIUM

AhnLab ASEC confirmed a phishing campaign where emails disguised as project quote requests ask recipients to download a compressed file. The emails impersonate business partners to trick users into executing malware. 📌 **Analyst Note:** This campaign reinforces the need for email security solutions that detect social engineering patterns. Organizations should train employees to verify unexpected quote requests via phone or separate email before opening attachments.

Key Takeaways

  • Phishing emails disguised as project quote requests are being circulated, prompting recipients to download a compressed file attachment under the pretext of discussing budget.
  • The email body mimics a legitimate request for proposal, exploiting trust in business communication to lure victims into opening the malicious attachment.
  • This attack vector is similar to other BEC campaigns but uses a quote request theme, making it particularly effective against finance and procurement personnel.
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