Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

While previous variants of the dropper relied on Accessibility permissions to automatically install the Sharkbot malware, this new one asks the victim to install the malware as a fake update for the antivirus. The trojan allows to hijack users’ mobile devices and steal funds from online banking and cryptocurrency accounts.

Banking 92

Banking Malware Mobile Accountability 92

Security Affairs

APRIL 29, 2023

ViperSoftX is a JavaScript-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT) and cryptocurrency stealer that was first analyzed by Fortinet in February 2020. ViperSoftX also checks for active antivirus products running on the machine. ” reads the analysis published by Trend Micro. ” concludes the report.

Encryption 89

Encryption Malware Cryptocurrency Software 89

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In the early afternoon of Friday 12 May 2017, the media broke the news of a global computer security attack carried out through a malicious code capable of encrypting data residing in information systems and demanding a ransom in cryptocurrency to restore them, the Wannacry ransomware. How did the contagion stop?

Malware 99

Malware Computers and Electronics Encryption Ransomware 99

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Ransomware accounted for over half of all malicious mailings in H1 2019, Troldesh aka Shade being the most popular tool among cybercriminals. To bypass antivirus systems, hackers send out malicious emails in non-working hours with delayed activation. Links account for 29%, while attachments—for 71%. rar archive files.

Ransomware 70

Ransomware Antivirus Malware Banking 70

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Spyware 94

Spyware Hacking Advertising Antivirus 94

Security Affairs

JULY 16, 2020

.” The malicious code supports multiple commands, it could launch overlay attacks, log keystrokes, send spam the victims’ contact lists with SMS messages, and prevent victims from using antivirus software. The list of targeted apps includes cryptocurrency wallet applications (i.e.

Malware 89

Malware Banking Mobile Spyware 89

Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2019

Your IP address represents your digital identity online, hacking it not only allows attackers to access your device or your accounts, but it may cause even bigger damage. But in reality, your IP address is as prone to theft as your other information. Secure Your Router.

Hacking 91

Hacking VPN Internet Internet 91

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Latin American Javali trojan weaponizing Avira antivirus legitimate injector to implant malware. The title of the accessed web-pages are collected and compared with the target organizations and services hardcoded and defined by crooks, generally the name of the banking portals, cryptocurrency portals, and financial firms.

Antivirus 119

Antivirus Malware Banking Internet 119

Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2021

CyberNews researchers found that crooks could abuse cryptocurrency exchange API keys and steal cryptocurrencies. CyberNews researchers found that cybercriminals are able to abuse cryptocurrency exchange API keys and steal cryptocurrencies from their victims’ accounts without being granted withdrawal rights.

Cryptocurrency 80

Cryptocurrency Accountability Marketing Passwords 80

Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

They ask you to make certain changes in your account by entering your login password or ask for some reconfirmation. The motto behind the email is to lend you to a fake web page that is designed for the sole purpose of stealing user information. You can further secure your connection by using a VPN. Tips to Prevent Phishing.

Phishing 90

Phishing Accountability Authentication Passwords 90

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 11, 2021

Be it health care or information security, it reasonably attempts to take actions in advance. Subject to the malware class and timeframes for decryption set by the attackers, too many victims end up transferring funds to the hacker’s accounts. This is of particular relevance when it comes to ransomware. Although the U.S.

Ransomware 71

Ransomware Insurance Encryption Cyber Insurance 71

Security Affairs

APRIL 28, 2024

Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

Cybercrime 97

Cybercrime Spyware Data breaches Antivirus 97

Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats. Here's what the program came back with: “The antivirus program blinked to life, its archaic interface flickering on the outdated CRT monitor.

Cybersecurity 78

Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Social Engineering Engineering 78