Malicious Macros: The Holes in Microsoft Software Hackers Hope You Don’t Know About

A macro is a mini program that is designed to automate a task within a larger program in order to make the user experience faster and easier. Macros are a legitimate and important component of any productivity software, including common Microsoft Office software for creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Unfortunately, these efficiency-drivers are easily compromised by hackers. Cybercriminals have figured out that by hiding their malicious code inside Office macros, they have a good chance of tricking a victim into triggering the payload.