SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

IT threat evolution in Q2 2023 IT threat evolution in Q2 2023. Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q2 2023. Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2023: A total of 5,704,599 mobile malware, adware, and riskware attacks were blocked. of all threats detected. 16.79 +3.52 2.96 +2.96

Mobile 98

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 98

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2023: Kaspersky solutions blocked 694,400,301 attacks from online resources across the globe. Financial threats Financial threat statistics In Q3 2023, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 76,551 unique users.

Mobile 122

Mobile Ransomware Malware IoT 122

SecureList

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Newzoo report for 2023 reveals that two in five — more than three billion — across the globe are gamers, which is 6.3 In this report, we provide our insights into the gaming-related threat landscape in 2023. The most common threat was Downloaders (89.70%), followed by Adware (5.25%) and Trojans (2.39%).

Mobile 140

Mobile Phishing Accountability Scams 140

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Statistics collection principles For this report, we used anonymous statistics collected from July 2023 to June 2024 inclusive, by the Do Not Track (DNT) component, which prevents the loading of tracking elements that track user actions on websites. The statistics consist of anonymized data provided by users voluntarily.

Advertising 131

Advertising Technology Marketing Media 131

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In 2023, a new info stealer on Mac called Atomic Stealer (AMOS) made its debut, and since its launch, it has not only showcased new featuresmuch like TrickBotit has also been gussied up with some of the markings of a legitimate business. And in 2023, malware delivery evolved hand-in-hand with Mac info stealers.

Malware 135

Malware Software Passwords Cryptocurrency 135

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

million attacks using malware, adware, or unwanted mobile software were blocked. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 46% of all threats detected. The most common threats remained adware (46.16%) and RiskTool-type unwanted apps (21.27%). The most prevalent adware families were BrowserAd (28.5%

Mobile 115

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 115

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2024: 7 million attacks using malware, adware or unwanted mobile software were blocked. Mobile threat statistics The number of Android malware samples fell against the previous quarter to the Q2 2023 level, totaling 367,418 installation packages.

Mobile 106

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 106

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

A look back on the year 2022 and what to expect in 2023. This report assesses how accurately we predicted the developments in the financial threats landscape in 2022 and ponder at what to expect in 2023. Forecasts for 2023. Analysis of forecasts for 2022. Rise and consolidation of information stealers.

Cryptocurrency 107

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 107

CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In its newly released annual State of Malware report , cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes selected five threats that they consider to be archetypes for some of the most common malware families observed in 2022: LockBit ransomware The Emotet botnet The SocGholish drive-by download Android droppers macOS Genio adware "Protecting your business for the rest (..)

Adware 74

Adware Scams Malware Ransomware 74

Malwarebytes

MARCH 1, 2023

Malware and phishing are two particular mobile threats that you need to defend against in 2023. Check Point 2023 Cyber Security Report) In addition, according to Malwarebytes research , 45 percent of schools reported that at least one cybersecurity incident last year started with Chromebooks or other mobile devices.

Mobile 95

Mobile Phishing Malware Adware 95

Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2024

As revealed in our 2024 ThreatDown State of Malware report, a full 11% of all detections recorded by Malwarebytes on Mac computers in 2023 were for different variants of malware—the catch-all term that cybersecurity researchers use to refer to ransomware, trojans, info stealers, worms, viruses, and more. There pretty much always has been.

Malware 144

Malware Adware Ransomware Social Engineering 144

SecureList

JUNE 5, 2025

Non-mobile statistics Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in the first quarter of 2025: A total of 12 million attacks on mobile devices involving malware, adware, or unwanted apps were blocked. Trojans, the most common mobile threat, accounted for 39.56% of total detected threats. 0 DangerousObject.Multi.Generic.

Mobile 91

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 91

SecureList

MARCH 20, 2024

In 2023 , our technologies blocked 33.8 million malware, adware, and riskware attacks on mobile devices. One of 2023’s most resonant attacks was Operation Triangulation , targeting iOS, but that was rather a unique case. Conclusion In 2023, we detected more than 1.3 However, Tambir has a much richer feature set.

Malware 131

Malware Mobile Firmware Spyware 131

Penetration Testing

JULY 24, 2024

At the end of 2023, researchers stumbled upon an intriguing discovery—a setup file named HotPage.exe. At first glance, this application appeared to be yet another piece of adware.

Malware 60

Malware Adware Cybersecurity 60

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 98

Social Engineering Data breaches Ransomware Hacking 98

Malwarebytes

JUNE 27, 2023

By 2007, when adware vendors dropping ad-spewing installers was common and ad affiliate networks in meltdown was a daily occurrence, it was estimated at 5,000. swodinsky) May 16, 2023 Some of the most common types of advertising you’ll encounter include: Pay per click (PPC). By 2021, it was an average of 6,000 to 10,000 per day.

Adware 98

Adware Advertising Marketing Scams 98

Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2023

After today's cumulative update for Windows 10 and 11, 2023-04, every time I open Chrome the default app settings of windows will open. Way back in 2004, adware giants Direct Revenue went head to head in a court of law with ad company Avenue Media. I've tried many ways to resolve this without luck.

Adware 98

Adware Software Media Ransomware 98

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Number of new ransomware modifications, Q2 2023 – Q2 2024 ( download ) Number of users attacked by ransomware Trojans In Q2 2024, Kaspersky solutions protected 85,819 unique users from ransomware Trojans. Other common threats include adware and fake “system optimizers” that demand money to “fix” nonexistent issues.

Mobile 115

Mobile Antivirus Adware Ransomware 115

Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

Police dismantled bulletproof hosting service provider Lolek Hosted Python URL parsing function flaw can enable command execution UK govt contractor MPD FM leaks employee passport data Power Generator in South Africa hit with DroxiDat and Cobalt Strike The Evolution of API: From Commerce to Cloud Gafgyt botnet is targeting EoL Zyxel routers Charming (..)

Data breaches 98

Data breaches Artificial Intelligence Cybercrime Adware 98

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

Number of new ransomware modifications, Q1 2023 — Q1 2024 ( download ) Number of users attacked by ransomware Trojans In Q1, Kaspersky solutions protected 83,270 unique users from ransomware Trojan attacks. Country/territory %* Q4 2023 %* Q1 2024 Mainland China 21.33 Country/territory %* Q4 2023 %* Q1 2024 Mainland China 21.33

Mobile 117

Mobile Ransomware Adware IoT 117

Webroot

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Adware : Installs itself on your device and displays unwanted online advertisements and pop-ups. Trojan : Disguises itself as legitimate files to monitor your online activity and steal sensitive data. Computer virus : Infects files and hard drives and spreads from device to device, damaging and destroying data and software.

Malware 115

Malware Backups Adware Ransomware 115

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Contrary to outdated beliefs, malware for Macs has always existed, it was just considered less serious since most Mac malware was adware or potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). For example, in September, 2023, Malwarebytes discovered a cybercriminal campaign spreading Atomic Stealer (AMOS) malware to Mac users through malicious ads.

Malware 108

Malware Passwords Identity Theft Banking 108

Malwarebytes

MAY 10, 2023

Check Point 2023 Cyber Security Report) For Managed Service Providers (MSPs) , these stats represent more than just figures; they underscore the need for proactive action across their customers’ mobile endpoints. This could be any other type of malware, such as HiddenAds or Adware to generate money by ads-per-click.

Mobile 85

Mobile Malware Phishing Spyware 85

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Just to illustrate the scope of the issue, the Malwarebytes Threat Intelligence team spotted more than 800 malvertising campaigns in only the first six months of 2023, noting that the number of attacks that flew under researchers' radar was likely much higher.

Cybercrime 108

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 108

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

The offers presented in this report were published between 2019 and 2023 and were collected from the nine most popular forums for the purchase and sale of goods and services related to malware and unwanted software. Key findings The price of a loader able to deliver a malicious or unwanted app to Google Play ranges between $2,000 and $20,000.

Malware 136

Malware Encryption Accountability Mobile 136

SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

IT threat evolution in Q2 2023 IT threat evolution in Q2 2023. Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q2 2023. Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2023: Kaspersky solutions blocked 801,934,281 attacks from online resources across the globe. 2 South Korea 1.25 3 Yemen 1.18 4 Taiwan 1.07

Mobile 98

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 98

SecureList

JUNE 7, 2023

IT threat evolution in Q1 2023 IT threat evolution in Q1 2023. Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q1 2023. Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2023: Kaspersky solutions blocked 865,071,227 attacks launched from online resources across the globe. 2 Bangladesh 1.47 3 Taiwan 0.65

Mobile 100

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 100

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

For example, malware, spyware, adware, computer worms, botnets, trojan horses and similar malware do not normally impact network equipment (routers, firewalls, etc.) Related Cybersecurity Threats Many cybersecurity threats indirectly affect networks through related assets. or network traffic.

Network Security 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98