SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2023

Cadet Blizzard is believed to have started its operations in 2020, with a primary focus on targeting government services, law enforcement, non-profit organizations, IT service providers, and emergency services in Ukraine. Enable controlled folder access (CFA) to prevent MBR/VBR modification."

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2024

The Akira ransomware has been active since March 2023, the threat actors behind the malware claim to have already hacked multiple organizations in multiple industries, including education, finance, and real estate. The attackers mostly used Cisco vulnerabilities CVE-2020-3259 and CVE-2023-20269. ” reads the report.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

According to legitimate sources, Portuguese banking teams have detected irregular accesses to banking portals usually carried out through compromised accounts via the Lampion infections. Crooks are using compromised devices to access the banking portal in order to make online bank transfers to accounts they are controlling. com/P-14-7.dll

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 1, 2023

Megatraffer explained that malware purveyors need a certificate because many antivirus products will be far more interested in unsigned software, and because signed files downloaded from the Internet don’t tend to get blocked by security features built into modern web browsers. “Antivirus software trusts signed programs more.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 18, 2021

The Blackbaud data breach was the largest health care-related incident of 2020, impacting an estimated two dozen providers and well over 10 million patients. In February 2020, threat actors hacked into its self-hosted environment, stealing data as they proliferated across the network. Photo captured from Alina Lodge website ).

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 18, 2023

They may use various tactics to evade antivirus and other security measures. “Cashout bank logs” typically refer to a type of cybercrime where individuals gain unauthorized access to banking information, often through phishing attacks or hacking, and then use that information to withdraw money or make unauthorized transactions.

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Banking Cybercrime Malware Accountability 108

Security Affairs

JUNE 2, 2021

Feedback message data contained Account id, feedback rating given, and users’ email addresses. Player profile data included Player id; username; country; total money spent on the game; and even Facebook, Apple, and Google account data if the user linked either account with their game account. What Data Was Leaked?

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The state of stalkerware in 2020 (PDF). Kaspersky’s data shows that the scale of the stalkerware issue has not improved much in 2020 compared to the last year: The number of people affected is still high. In total, 53,870 of our mobile users were affected globally by stalkerware in 2020. between 2015 and 2020.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 4, 2021

pic.twitter.com/Qlska7DteM — Arkbird (@Arkbird_SOLG) December 27, 2020. The EICAR Anti-Virus Test File, or EICAR test file, is a computer file that was developed by the European Institute for Computer Antivirus Research (EICAR) and Computer Antivirus Research Organization (CARO), to test the response of computer antivirus (AV) programs.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 13, 2021

31, 2021, the HSE’s antivirus software detected the execution of two software tools commonly used by ransomware groups — Cobalt Strike and Mimikatz — on the Patient Zero Workstation. But the antivirus software was set to monitor mode, so it did not block the malicious commands.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

billion in 2020, a 43% increase. billion in payment card-related losses occurred in 2020 (over one-third of them in the U.S.). is clearly failing to protect cardholder account details effectively in today’s environment. Protect stored account data. billion in 2019 to $815.4 The Nilson Report  estimated $28.6 and PCI v4.0:

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Security Affairs

JULY 9, 2020

The credentials are sold for an average of $15.43, the most expensive pairs relate to banking and financial services accounts, with an average price of nearly $71. “Account accesses for antivirus programs garner the second-highest prices: around $21.67. SecurityAffairs – hacking, cybercrime marketplaces).

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

The government says Snatch used a customized ransomware variant notable for rebooting Microsoft Windows devices into Safe Mode — enabling the ransomware to circumvent detection by antivirus or endpoint protection — and then encrypting files when few services are running. ru account and posted as him.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2021

One of the fathers of antivirus software, the entrepreneur John McAfee has been found dead in a Barcelona prison cell while he was waiting for extradition to the US. On October 6, 2020, McAfee was arrested in Spain over tax evasion charges while he was about to board a plane to Turkey. . SecurityAffairs – hacking, McAfee).

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The gang has been active since at least 2020, threat actors hit organizations from various industries. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Review domain controllers, servers, workstations, and active directories for new or unrecognized user accounts. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

SecurityAffairs – newsletter, hacking). Are Maze operators behind the attack on the IT services giant Cognizant? Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Spyware Hacking Advertising Antivirus 92

Security Boulevard

JUNE 14, 2021

From at least last Thursday, 10th of June 2021, multiple users report on Twitter that they got hacked after being approached to create new digital art. My Metamask got hacked and now my @withFND account is compromised. ProofPoint has reported on this malware first in March 2020: New Redline Password Stealer Malware.

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SecureList

JULY 1, 2021

In 2020, the number of gamers worldwide surpassed 2.7 They dropped off slightly after reaching the all-time peak in May 2020 mentioned in our last year’s report. The number of web attacks exploiting gaming themes from January 2020 to May 2021. They played, they play, and they’ll keep playing.

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Antivirus Malware Accountability Mobile 127

Security Affairs

APRIL 7, 2021

Upon compromising the domain administrator account, threat actors could distributee malware to other systems on the same network. “The lack of timely antivirus database updates for the security solution used on attacked systems also played a key role, preventing the solution from detecting and blocking the threat.

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VPN Ransomware Antivirus Firmware 90

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

2020 was a high-water mark for online scams and fraud. million fraud complaints in 2020. Here’s what you should do immediately: Reset your most sensitive passwords for local and online accounts. Run a complete antivirus/anti-malware scan and update software. If You’ve Lost Control of One of Your Accounts.

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Scams Banking Accountability Passwords 92

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

According to data, 2020 was a prolific year for cybercriminals who targeted these checks and benefits , hitting vulnerable people and families in their time of need. . So, to make sure yours don’t get snatched, here are a few tips and tricks we learned from cybersecurity experts: #1: Safeguard your Accounts. 4: Educate Yourself.

Identity Theft 122

Identity Theft Passwords Password Management Social Engineering 122

The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Related: The threat of ‘business logic’ hacks. Business impersonation is increasing exponentially with hackers gaining access to company email accounts. The hackers then send a legitimate-looking, well-crafted, error-free email with a link that wires the money to a separate bank account. Phishing via texting.

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Phishing Scams Cybercrime Passwords 124

Security Affairs

MAY 22, 2021

The attacks were spotted in 2020, threat actors leveraged spear-phishing attacks, exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications, hacking the infrastructure of contractors to penetrate the infrastructure of the Russian federal executive authorities. Cloud associated with account sewn into the sample. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Computers and Electronics Malware Antivirus Government 106

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

The group is considered responsible for the massive WannaCry ransomware attack, a string of SWIFT attacks in 2016, and the Sony Pictures hack. In mid-2020, ZINC hackers created Twitter profiles for fake security researchers that were used to retweet security content and posting about vulnerability research. Pierluigi Paganini.

Malware 117

Malware Phishing Antivirus Hacking 117

Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2021

In March 2020, CERT France cyber-security agency warned about a new wave of ransomware attack that was targeting the networks of local government authorities. According to the report issued by the CERT-FR, operators behind the Pysa ransomware launched brute-force attacks against management consoles and Active Directory accounts.

Education 87

Education Ransomware Encryption Antivirus 87

Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Many third-party security solutions are designed to account for exactly this type of behavior. Even strong security can’t prevent an account from being hacked if account credentials are stolen in a phishing attack, one of the most common causes of identity theft. Check out Webroot® Security for Chromebook here.

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Identity Theft Spyware Phishing Antivirus 120

Identity IQ

AUGUST 20, 2021

According to BlueVoyant’s Cybersecurity in Higher Education 2021 report , ransomware attacks on colleges increased twofold between 2019 and 2020. Those behind the attack published online screenshots of personal information onto a website called Clop, which ranged from Social Security numbers to bank account information. It goes deeper.

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Identity Theft Passwords Education Banking 98

Adam Levin

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The cybersecurity industry faced a challenging combination of new and familiar challenges in 2020. In 2020, hackers actively exploited the Covid-19 pandemic as well as the resulting unemployment. 2020 saw a record number of ransomware attacks, and we can expect more of the same in 2021. At the beginning of 2020, U.S.

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IoT Artificial Intelligence Technology Scams 130

The Last Watchdog

MAY 12, 2021

Criminal hacking rings have been hammering away at this latest of a long line of zero-day flaws discovered in a globally distributed system. The pattern is all too familiar: they marshal their hacking infrastructure to take advantage of the window of time when there is a maximum number of vulnerable systems just begging to be hacked.

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Ransomware Hacking Firewall Digital transformation 153

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

The threat actors are actively exploiting the following vulnerabilities in Fortinet FortiOS: CVE-2018-13379 ; CVE-2020-12812 ; CVE-2019-5591. The joint alert also states that attackers scanning also enumerated devices for the CVE-2020-12812 and CVE-2019-5591 flaws. Implement the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

And like everything else in 2020, these next few weeks promise to be a disaster. Credit cards offer markedly better fraud protections than debit cards , which connect directly to your bank account. Virtual credit cards similarly allow online shoppers to mask their financial accounts. Leverage antivirus software.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 29, 2021

Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) attributes this campaign with high confidence to ZINC, a DPRK-affiliated and state-sponsored group, based on observed tradecraft, infrastructure, malware patterns, and account affiliations.” SecurityAffairs – hacking, Zinc). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Malware Antivirus Hacking Accountability 107

Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2022

Microsoft states that multiple news reports have linked the company to the Subzero malware toolset used to hack a broad range of devices, phones, computers, and network and internet-connected devices. com Running PowerShell scripts directly from a GitHub gist created by an account associated with DSIRF. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Surveillance Malware Authentication DNS 85

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 8, 2022

“ The vulnerability is due to the method (cpio) in which Zimbra’s antivirus engine (Amavis) scans inbound emails. ” The experts pointed out that the vulnerability is due to the method ( cpio ) used by Zimbra’s antivirus engine ( Amavis ) to scan the inbound emails. .” SecurityAffairs – hacking, Zimbra).

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Antivirus Engineering Hacking Accountability 82

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In March 2020, CERT France cyber-security agency warned about a new wave of ransomware attack that was targeting the networks of local government authorities. According to the report issued by the CERT-FR, operators behind the Pysa ransomware launched brute-force attacks against management consoles and Active Directory accounts.

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Ransomware Penetration Testing Healthcare Government 93

Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

iPhones are not immune to hacks. As shown in our 2020 Consumer Threat Landscape Report , the surge in popularity of video conferencing solutions during the pandemic opened an unlikely door for opportunistic threat actors. Other attack avenues include so-called free antivirus apps. Weaponizing hype.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2021

How not to disclosure a Hack. UK fashion retailer FatFace angered customers in its handling of a customer data theft hack. In 2020 groups were demanding as much as $30 million to unlock a victim’s files and systems. High-end ransoms have gone up significantly too. UK Gov to Ramp up Cyber Offenses and Defences.

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