FBI warns Kali365 phishing platform is targeting Microsoft 365 users; Floridians report $12 million in losses - News4JAX

BREAKING NEWS LIVE: Defense takes its turn questioning potential jurors for Mario Fernandez trial Select breaking news story 1 of 2 Select breaking news story 2 of 2 Show Breaking News Bar Close Local News FBI warns Kali365 phishing platform is targeting Microsoft 365 users; Floridians report $12 million in losses Jonathan Lundy, Digital Producer, Jacksonville Published: July 15, 2026 at 10:44 AM FBI Computer scam generic (WJXT, Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.) FLORIDA – The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center said that Florida residents are among those being targeted by a phishing-as-a-service platform called Kali365 that is aimed at users of Microsoft 365 products. According to the IC3’s 2025 Internet Crime Report, Floridians reported more than $12 million in losses to phishing — a sharp rise from roughly $4 million the previous year. Phishing is a cyber scam in which criminals use email or malicious websites to steal information. They lure victims by pretending to be trusted sources, then trick them into revealing passwords, financial data or other sensitive information. Recommended Videos The FBI said Kali365 is targeting popular Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams and OneDrive. The platform can capture access tokens and bypass multi-factor authentication without needing a user’s password, allowing attackers to access accounts even when extra authentication steps are in place. Phishing schemes first appeared in the mid-1990s and have remained a staple of the cybercrime playbook. The FBI and private-sector security officials say the techniques have grown steadily more sophisticated. “Kali365 is yet another reminder that threat actors continue to adapt in a constantly shifting landscape,” said FBI Tampa Cybercrime Supervisory Special Agent Tim Callinan. “Human behavior remains the most vulnerable point in any cybersecurity strategy. It is the responsibility of every organization to provide continuous workforce training, enforce strong password standards, and wherever possible, mandate the use of physical hardware tokens to ensure robust multi-factor authentication.” The FBI and IC3 recommend steps to reduce risk: Do not click links or open attachments in unsolicited emails. Verify sender addresses and watch for misspellings or unusual domains. Use strong, unique passwords and turn on multi-factor authentication. When possible, use physical hardware tokens for multi-factor authentication. If unsure, go directly to the service’s website instead of following links in email. Anyone who believes they were targeted or victimized should file a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. Crime reports are used for investigative and intelligence purposes, and rapid reporting can help support the recovery of lost funds. Click here to learn more. Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved. About the Author Jonathan Lundy headshot Jonathan Lundy Hailing from Detroit, Jonathan is excited to start his media career at News4JAX in November 2023. He is passionate about telling stories that matter to the community and he is honored to serve Jacksonville. email What happens after a hit and run? Charlton County High School students return to class after delayed start Jury selection continues in Mario Fernandez murder trial Officials respond to structural collapse at Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena T-LAW MULTIBALL ACTIVATED 👀🎮🏈 OCHOCINCO IS A BIG CAM LITTLE FAN 👀💯 TRAVIS HUNTER STAY WORKING ALL DAY 👀😤 TRAVON WALKER WILL GO TO WAR FOR COACH CAMP 👀🪖 JARRIAN JONES IS LIKE THAT 👀🥶 TREVOR OUT HERE LOOKING LIKE AARON RODGERS 🎯 BTJ WILL NEVER FORGET HIS FIRST TOUCHDOWN 👀🔥 JARRIAN JONES IS JUST BETTER THAN YOU 💯 PARKER WASHINGTON ALWAYS WANTS THE BALL 👀 T-LAW DROPS IN THE BUCKET TO P-DUB Hurricane evacuation service offering Floridians guaranteed flight for $1,250 gets criticized online Witness describes terrifying moment when truck careened off I-95 onto Lem Turner Road Outraged mom identifies 22-year-old woman shot and killed by JSO Former MMA fighter runs online sting operation targeting alleged child predators Apprenticeship helped 19-year-old buy a home months after graduation Back and neck pain are incredibly common — but that doesn’t mean you have to simply live with it Previous video Next video Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines.