Cybersecurity researchers from Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 have reported a rise in cyberattacks by Iranian hackers targeting aviation and oil industries through fake job offers. This campaign comes amid heightened tensions following military operations involving the US and Israel against Iran. The hackers are impersonating recruiters and legitimate companies, particularly in the aviation sector, to lure software engineers into interacting with malicious software. One notable fake job posting sought a 'senior software engineer' for a US airline and was crafted using AI-generated corporate language. The focus on software engineers indicates a strategic shift towards infiltrating corporate networks through employees rather than direct attacks on infrastructure. Despite the ongoing campaign, researchers have not confirmed any major breaches in the targeted sectors. However, US officials remain vigilant, as Iranian-linked hackers have previously attempted to compromise critical infrastructure, raising safety concerns. This trend illustrates how geopolitical conflicts increasingly manifest in cyberspace, with cyber campaigns persisting even when military actions de-escalate.