SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We should expect more fraud, targeting mostly BTC , because this cryptocurrency is the most popular. In fact, from January through the end of October, Kaspersky detected more than 2,300 fraudulent global resources aimed at 85,000 potential crypto investors or users who are interested in cryptocurrency mining. Extortion on the rise.

Cryptocurrency 110

Cryptocurrency Banking Cybercrime Ransomware 110

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The main purpose of CosmicStrand is to download a malicious program at startup, which then performs the tasks set by the attackers. In one such case, the malware was downloaded from an HFS (HTTP file server): the attackers used an unknown exploit that enabled them to run a PowerShell script from a remote server.

Malware 104

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 104

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Common Types of Malware.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Webroot

MAY 12, 2021

Most of these sites (more specifically the advertising on these sites) use dishonesty and social engineering to fool users into opening links, enabling an action on their browser or downloading a file they never intended to. With cryptocurrency values soaring again, executable based cryptojacking has been on the rise.”

Scams 114

Scams Mobile Social Engineering Advertising 114

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2023

Information can be retrieved or downloaded without your consent. Instead, hackers know that our mobile devices store a lot of PII, which can be sold on the dark web for profit or re-used in social engineering campaigns. Luckily for you, this station has taken the ethical route and your data is safe. Enjoy the free charge!”

Mobile 98

Mobile Banking Malware Spyware 98

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

To limit the research scope, we analyzed several lists of most popular games and based on this, created a list of TOP 28 games and game series available for download or about to be released on the streaming platforms Origin and Steam, as well as platform-independent titles. Trojan-Downloader. Infection cases, %. not-a-virus:Downloader.

Mobile 101

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability 101

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

Malicious apps get removed from Google Play as soon as they are found, but sometimes after having been downloaded a number of times. The most popular application categories to hide malware and unwanted software include cryptocurrency trackers, financial apps, QR-code scanners and even dating apps.

Malware 105

Malware Encryption Mobile Accountability 105

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Malware and Ransomware Adware – Software that automatically displays or downloads material when a user is offline. Hacking and Social Engineering Attack vector – a specific method used by a hacker to accomplish his malicious goal.

Passwords 40

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40