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

Malwarebytes

In this campaign, when users searched on Google for the financial marketing trading app “TradingView,” they were sometimes shown a malicious search result that appeared entirely authentic: a website with TradingView branding was visible, and download buttons for Windows, Mac, and Linux were clearly listed.

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Australia Recorded the Highest Rate of iOS & Android App Threats

Appknox

The risks to the privacy of Australian customers are at an all-time high, as the nation has reported the highest percentage of mobile threats globally, standing at 26.9%. The Australian population is at most risk if you consider the statistics on a per-device basis. Australian Mobile Cybersecurity in 2022.

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Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

At its core, malware exploits existing network, device, or user vulnerabilities , posing as little a risk as annoying advertisements to the much more damaging demand for millions of dollars in ransom. Jump ahead: Adware. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads. Bots and botnets.

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. Here's some evidence for those who consider the risk far-fetched. In addition to the risks outlined by CISA, these add-ons don't sift out dubious advertisements on search engines that are increasingly common.

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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. The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. Why is Your Digital Identity Important?

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GUEST ESSAY. Everyone should grasp these facts about cyber threats that plague digital commerce

The Last Watchdog

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. What is Malware . Common types.

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Gaming-related cyberthreats in 2020 and 2021

SecureList

To measure the level of the cybersecurity risk associated with gaming, we investigated several types of threats. 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.

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