Security Affairs

MARCH 14, 2019

Experts at Z-Lab Yoroi/Cybaze have conducted an interesting analysis on the risks for users downloading films, games, and software through Torrent. Cybaze-Yoroi Z-Lab researchers conducted a study on the risks related to the use of the BitTorrent protocol to download movies, games or pirated software. Download the full White Paper.

Risk 81

Risk Adware Software Internet 81

The Last Watchdog

MAY 8, 2019

Related: Vanquishing BYOD risks Attacks won’t relent anytime soon, and awareness will help you avoid becoming a victim. Chrysaidos: The installations ranged from 5,000 to 5 million installs, and included adware that persistently displayed full screen ads, and in some cases, tried to convince the user to install further apps.

Adware 176

Adware Spyware Mobile Banking 176

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

While this is certainly convenient, particularly when you’re migrating to a new device, synchronizing browsers also comes with some risks. Browser synchronization increases the risk of you inadvertently sharing that information with other users of the computers you sync between. What is browser sync? Stay safe, everyone!

Risk 111

Risk Passwords Adware Accountability 111

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Along with the Pirrit Mac adware identified earlier this week, researchers from Red Canary identified Thursday a different malware strain (Jon Rawlinson/CC BY 2.0)). 14 noting that a Safari adware extension that was originally written to run on Intel x86 chips was revamped to run on the new M1 chips.

Malware 109

Malware Adware VPN Architecture 109

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

You had very rich and powerful adware companies, making liberal use of bundled installers. The adware was frequently incredibly invasive, with affiliate networks often in meltdown promoting every kind of rogue install under the sun. As an added bonus, so were many representatives from the adware vendors. Stay safe out there!

Internet 71

Internet Internet Adware Spyware 71

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 30, 2024

Despite several warnings about the risks, Apple will allow European iPhone owners to install apps obtained from outside the official App store (sideloading). We asked Malwarebytes Director of Core Technology and resident Apple expert Thomas Reed how he felt about the announced changes and the associated risks.

Marketing 105

Marketing Adware Scams Engineering 105

Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2024

Malwarebytes Premium detects and blocks the most common infostealers that target Macs—including AMOS—along with annoying browser hijackers and adware threats such as Genieo , Vsearch , Crossrider , and more. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

Malware 136

Malware Adware Ransomware Social Engineering 136

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2021

Adware : Though not all security professionals consider adware malicious, this threat category presents users with unwanted advertisements and may track their activities without consent. Users can also take precautionary measures to further reduce the risk. Types of mobile malware. Start fighting back against mobile malware.

Mobile 103

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 103

SecureList

APRIL 9, 2021

Most likely, its infection is a repeat of the CamScanner incident, when the developer implemented a new adware SDK from an unverified source. APKPure users with current Android versions mostly risk having paid subscriptions and intrusive ads appear from nowhere. We notified the developers about the infection on April 8.

Adware 145

Adware Malware Internet Internet 145

Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

Adware is software designed to serve advertisements to you, either within your web browser or in other programs. Adware isn’t always bad. Some free apps, for instance, include adware as a way to make revenue from ads. Malicious adware, however, bombards you with infected ads that harm your computer. Update your devices.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Spyware Advertising 98

Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

And almost invariably, those messages include misleading notifications about security risks on the user’s system, prompts to install other software, ads for dating sites, erectile disfunction medications, and dubious investment opportunities.

Antivirus 344

Antivirus Advertising Internet Internet 344

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Strange Pop-Up Window Messages Unwanted pop-up advertisements or messages that display even while you are not surfing the internet might indicate the presence of adware or other types of malware. Being aware of potential risks empowers you to recognize and avoid them effectively.

Malware 106

Malware Antivirus Adware Software 106

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

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.

Malware 104

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 104

Security Boulevard

JULY 6, 2022

In fact, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report 2022, 95% of cybersecurity issues are traced to human error. Phishing emails, social engineering tactics, and adware are all deployed to manipulate people into taking an action they normally wouldn’t take. . Provide ongoing training . Communicate well .

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Adware Social Engineering Cyber threats 98

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2024

These pop-ups can lead visitors to potentially unwanted programs , adware , and fraudulent sites. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. During my testing, I was not logged in on Facebook and surfing from a Dutch IP address, I ended up at polo[.]thegadgetguru[.]club

Scams 130

Scams Adware Accountability VPN 130

SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

To evaluate and compare the risk of being infected by banking Trojans and ATM/POS malware worldwide, for each country we calculated the share of users of Kaspersky products who faced this threat during the reporting period as a percentage of all users of our products in that country. Attack geography. 7.90%) maintained its popularity.

Mobile 91

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 91

SecureList

AUGUST 23, 2021

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.

Adware 119

Adware Mobile Phishing Malware 119

Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2022

It scans your computer and other gadgets for viruses, adware and other malware you may inadvertently come across as you browse the web, download software or open email attachments. With that in mind, do you still need to buy antivirus software to protect your computer systems and data? What Does Antivirus Protection Do? .

Antivirus 102

Antivirus Software Identity Theft Adware 102

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

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. Malware can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans). What is Malware .

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2023

Gox exchange and operating BTC-e Japanese Pharmaceutical giant Eisai hit by a ransomware attack Clop ransomware gang was testing MOVEit Transfer bug since 2021 Stealth Soldier backdoor used is targeted espionage attacks in Libya Researchers published PoC exploit code for actively exploited Windows elevation of privilege issue Experts detail a new Kimsuky (..)

Social Engineering 85

Social Engineering Data breaches Ransomware Cybercrime 85

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

There were no social media sites to speak of, companies were selling antivirus and anti-Trojan solutions, but nobody cared about adware, PUPs, and assorted nuisances. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Let’s make the internet a safer place.

Internet 85

Internet Internet Media Artificial Intelligence 85

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

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. Malware can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans). What is Malware?

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

SecureList

AUGUST 12, 2021

To evaluate and compare the risk of being infected by banking Trojans and ATM/POS malware worldwide, for each country we calculated the share of users of Kaspersky products who faced this threat during the reporting period as a percentage of all users of our products in that country. Geography of financial malware attacks. Country*. %

Adware 97

Adware Malware Ransomware IoT 97

SecureList

AUGUST 15, 2022

To evaluate and compare the risk of being infected by banking Trojans and ATM/POS malware worldwide, for each country and territory we calculated the share of Kaspersky users who faced this threat during the reporting period as a percentage of all users of our products in that country or territory. Geography of financial malware attacks.

Mobile 63

Mobile Adware Malware Ransomware 63

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

This follows on the heels of adware that was found on Google Play just a couple months ago from a rogue PDF reader. More than just adware. With all the evidence of malicious behaviors, one can only assume this is more than just adware that's surpassing Google Play Protect detection. Delayed ungratification.

Phishing 94

Phishing Malware Mobile Adware 94

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Adware programs and fake system accelerators remained the main threat to macOS users in Q3. Note that these rankings only include attacks by malicious objects that fall under the Malware class ; they do not include Web Anti-Virus detections of potentially dangerous or unwanted programs, such as RiskTool or adware. 2 AdWare.OSX.Pirrit.ac

Mobile 79

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 79

Malwarebytes

JUNE 26, 2023

Poorly configured Linux and Internet of Things (IoT) devices are at risk of compromise from a cryptojacking campaign , according to researchers at Microsoft. Years ago you’d occasionally see adware programs try to remove rivals from a PC, in order to take all of the ad revenue for its creator.

IoT 81

IoT Adware Firmware DDOS 81

Hacker Combat

APRIL 21, 2021

Whether you own a huge company or operate a business online, your company is at risk for a cyberattack. This also allows your personnel to scan the internet anytime and anywhere they want with no risks from possible threats. Prevents Adware – A computer virus-like adware fills your computer with various promotions or ads.

Cybersecurity 70

Cybersecurity Digital transformation Adware Spyware 70

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

There are numerous types of spyware, such as adware, tracking cookies, and system monitors that can detect virtually anything you do on your computer. Click here to get your free scan and uncover your site’s risk score today. Spyware is malware that is installed on a user’s device without their permission and steals their data.

Malware 98

Malware Spyware Adware Software 98

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

To evaluate and compare the risk of being infected by banking Trojans and ATM/POS malware worldwide, for each country and territory we calculated the share of users of Kaspersky products who faced this threat during the reporting period as a percentage of all users of our products in that country or territory. . IoT attacks.

Mobile 104

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 104

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

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.

Cybercrime 82

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 82

Security Affairs

APRIL 30, 2020

In March 2019, Cybaze-Yoroi Z-Lab researchers conducted a study on the risks related to the use of the BitTorrent protocol to download movies, games or pirated software. The analysis shed light on the risk faced by users while searching for movies, games, and software on popular BitTorrent trackers.

Malware 81

Malware Security Intelligence Adware Social Engineering 81

Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

There is always a level of risk involved with installing any app to your device. Takeaways: Keep an eye out for new and suspicious behavior on your mobile device, especially after installing a new app or updating an existing one. may also allow a bad player to place invasive data tracking on your device as well as annoying advertising.

Mobile 303

Mobile Advertising Malware Risk 303

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

There has been a fair bit of Mac adware going around lately with odd two-word names, like StandardBoost or ActivityInput. All of these adware names are pretty generic, revealing nothing about what they’re actually supposed to be doing. You do this at your own risk and we suggest that you treat it as a method of last resort.

Malware 102

Malware Adware Software Scams 102

SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

In Q2, macOS users mainly encountered adware and “system optimizers” that asked money for fixing problems that did not exist. Financial threats Financial threat statistics In Q2 2023, Kaspersky solutions blocked malware designed to steal money from bank accounts on the computers of 95,546 unique users. 2 AdWare.OSX.Agent.gen 8.54

Mobile 80

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 80

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

These could be spamware, adware or phishing emails that infect your device or steal your data. If consumers have corporate files or email on their personal devices or they’re using company-owned devices to shop or check email, their employer is at risk.

Cybersecurity 91

Cybersecurity Passwords Adware Ransomware 91

Appknox

JUNE 23, 2022

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.

Social Engineering 92

Social Engineering Mobile Scams Engineering 92