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No “Apple magic” as 11% of macOS detections last year came from malware

Malwarebytes

Separately, in September 2023, Malwarebytes discovered a cybercriminal campaign that tricked Mac users into accidentally installing a type of malware that can steal passwords, browser data, cookies, files, and cryptocurrency. But users who clicked the Mac download button instead received AMOS.

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What is Digital Identity?

Identity IQ

This includes your personally identifiable information as well as your online behavior and any authentication factors you use to verify your identity when accessing online services. Social Security number (SSN). Weak or Limited Number of Passwords. Bank details. Email addresses. Biometrics. Driving license. Medical history.

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Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

Jump ahead: Adware. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads. Most users are familiar with adware in the form of unclosable browser pop-ups.

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Gaming-related cyberthreats in 2020 and 2021

SecureList

Most threats uncovered on PC and mobile devices were adware, but dangerous malware was also present: from stealers to bankers, often leading to the loss of not just credentials but money, including cryptocurrency. Another common type of software spread as games is adware, which shows illicit advertising against users’ wish.

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IT threat evolution Q3 2022

SecureList

The attackers compress stolen files into encrypted and password-protected ZIP archives. The group delivers its malware using social engineering. The attackers distribute this password-stealing Trojan under the guise of game cheats in an attempt to steal accounts, card numbers, crypto-wallets and more. Other malware.

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Streaming wars continue — what about cyberthreats?

SecureList

Looking for alternative sources to download a streaming app or an episode of a show, users often discover various types of malware, including Trojans, spyware and backdoors, as well as naughty applications, such as adware. Just like any sign-in page, most of these ask to enter an email and password for the viewer account.

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How Do You Get Ransomware? 5 Main Sources in 2019

Spinone

Many of these attacks prey upon human nature by using social engineering tactics to trick a user into inadvertently allowing ransomware onto their system, under the guise of something legitimate. It can be your login and password to your Office 365 or G Suite or some other information. Having a mandatory password policy.