SecureList

MAY 6, 2024

A significant share of scam, phishing and malware attacks is about money. With trillions of dollars of digital payments made every year, it is no wonder that attackers target electronic wallets, online shopping accounts and other financial assets, inventing new techniques and reusing good old ones. million in 2022. of attacks.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Domain names ending in “ US ” — the top-level domain for the United States — are among the most prevalent in phishing scams, new research shows. government, which is frequently the target of phishing domains ending in.US. US phishing domains.US This is noteworthy because.US is overseen by the U.S.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

A new variant of a banking trojan, called BBTok, targets users of over 40 banks in Latin America, particularly Brazil and Mexico. Check Point researchers warn of a new variant of a banking trojan, called BBTok, that is targeting users of over 40 banks in Latin America. The phishing messages include a malicious link.

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The Hacker News

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Socially engineered SMS messages are being used to install malware on Android devices as part of a widespread phishing campaign that impersonates the Iranian government and social security services to make away with credit card details and steal funds from victims' bank accounts.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Cyber cops in Ukraine carried out an arrest and several raids last week in connection with the author of a U-Admin , a software package used to administer what’s being called “one of the world’s largest phishing services.” The U-Admin phishing panel interface. Image: fr3d.hk/blog. ” U-Admin, a.k.a.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Zscaler’s ThreatLabz researchers recently observed the rise of a sophisticated phishing campaign spreading via fake banking sites targeting big indian banks like HDFC, AXIS and SBI. Campaign 1: Targeting HDFC and Axis banks. Imitation application phishing site targeting HDFC bank customers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2022

Because of Covid-19 lockdowns, the banking world across the globe has switched to the online banking plan. For all the basic needs, people need not visit the bank premises on a physical note. As they can opt for online banking services, to quench all their account needs.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

A phishing campaign targeting credit unions and other financial institutions recently found its way into the email inboxes of anti-money laundering officers. Credit unions and banks are both required by the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) to report potential money laundering operations and to dedicate at least two staff members to ensure compliance.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 27, 2022

UK populace should know about a phishing scam that is taking place in the name of the Office of Gas and Electronics Markets, aka Ofgem. As hackers are sending Ofgem emails claiming to give rebates on the monthly bill and diverting them to a fake website that asks for bank account details for a reimbursement to be disbursed later.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

What is Phishing? One of the most common techniques used to exploit web users is the phishing scam. This article will cover what phishing is, cybercriminals’ different approaches, and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim. What is Phishing? How Does Phishing Work? Spear Phishing.

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Security Affairs

MAY 27, 2022

A new version of the ERMAC Android banking trojan is able to target an increased number of apps. The ERMAC Android banking trojan version 2.0 can target an increasing number of applications, passing from 378 to 467 target applications to steal account credentials and crypto-wallets. A new #Android banker ERMAC 2.0

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Heimadal Security

MAY 20, 2021

A new banking Trojan called “Bizarro” is now targeting European banking customers through a spear-phishing campaign in an attempt to steal credentials. The post Banking Trojan Bizarro Targets Customers with Spear-Phishing Campaigns appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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The Hacker News

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Cybersecurity researchers are warning of "massive phishing campaigns" that distribute five different malware targeting banking users in India.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Banks are taking revolutionary approaches to digitize and streamline the customer experience - but these measures could come with a cost without strategic cybersecurity measures. The world is changing, and the banking industry is evolving too. The Industry Digital banking is transforming the way people access and manage their finances.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A new campaign is spreading Xenomorph malware to Android users in the United States, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Canada, and Belgium. Researchers from ThreatFabric uncovered a new campaign spreading Xenomorph malware to Android users in the United States and all over the world. reads the report published by Threat Fabric. “In

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Hot for Security

APRIL 26, 2021

Phishing attacks masquerading as QuickBooks invoices are targeting users of the popular accounting software in an attempt to infect victim’s devices with the infamous Dridex banking Trojan. The ongoing phishing campaign began on April 19, targeting QuickBooks users from across the globe.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 5, 2023

We often think of malvertising as being malicious ads that push malware or scams, and quite rightly so these are probably the most common payloads. However, malvertising is also a great vehicle for phishing attacks which we usually see more often via spam emails. Victims are entering their credit card number into a phishing website.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 17, 2018

12, KrebsOnSecurity carried an exclusive : The FBI was warning banks about an imminent “ATM cashout” scheme about to unfold across the globe, thanks to a data breach at an unknown financial institution. On Sunday, Aug. million unauthorized ATM withdrawals from more than two dozen cash machines across multiple countries.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Phishing Scams IdentityIQ The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and… a surge in online scams. Holiday phishing scams are an ongoing issue that ramps up when folks are feeling the most festive. What Is a Phishing Scam? How Does Phishing Work? What Are the Types of Phishing Attacks?

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 16, 2023

Just a few weeks ago, we wrote about a fake IRS tax email carrying a malware payload: Emotet. Opening the attached HTML file reveals a Microsoft email phishing page. Beware of fake bank portals. Some tax scams will ask you who you bank with, and then open up a phishing page for that bank. File early.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 5, 2021

Mass-mailing service Mailgun had one of its larger accounts – the email marketing account for fast-food chain Chipotle – compromised and used to target USAA users, Microsoft users, and others with malware, according to anti-phish agency Inky , which detected 121 phishing emails originating from the compromised account.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

How to Spot an Email Phishing Attempt at Work IdentityIQ In the modern workplace, technology is just as common as the typical morning cup of coffee. Among these ever-present threats is phishing, which is a deceptively simple yet effective method cybercriminals use to compromise both business and personal accounts.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With access to your personal information, bad actors can drain your bank account and damage your credit—or worse. Check out the nine tips below to discover how you can enable family protection and help prevent identity theft and credit and bank fraud. But that doesn’t mean you and your family have to become victims.

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

study tested the security of 13 of the UK’s most popular online banking sites between September and November 2022. Financially motivated cybercrime, using malware and phishing , is growing at a rapid pace. A recent Which? Be wary of transfers: Only transfer money to parties you trust.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 3, 2023

Experts warn of a new malware campaign using sensitive information stolen from a bank as a lure to spread the remote access trojan BitRAT. Qualys experts spotted a new malware campaign spreading a remote access trojan called BitRAT using sensitive information stolen from a bank as a lure in phishing messages.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

In our most recent Remote Sessions webcast, Roger Grimes, computer security expert and Data-Driven Defense Evangelist for KnowBe4, gave a deep dive on phishing and how to properly mitigate and prevent phishing attacks. What is phishing? Also known as spamming, phishing is typically done through email, SMS, and phone attacks.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2022

If you like anti-phishing efforts, hashtags, and confusing but colourful video games, you’ll be interested to know that a security initiative involving all three is now live. The American Bankers Association and other banks in the US are involved in an awareness campaign tied in with National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 31, 2022

The overwhelming majority of malware attacks now come from email — as high as 89 percent , according to HP Wolf Security research. Approximately 83 percent of organizations said they faced a successful phishing attempt in 2021, up from 57 percent in 2020. What is Phishing? Types of Phishing Attacks & Their Defenses.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This post analyzed the numerous phishing campaigns targeting users and organizations in Italy. Phishing is a ploy to trick users into revealing personal or financial information through an e-mail, Web site, and even through instant messaging. Phishing can also be used as a precursor attack to drop malware.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 25, 2024

Cybercriminals target sensitive customer data held by retail banks and credit unions, exploiting vulnerabilities in digital systems to steal valuable information such as personally identifiable information (PII), account details, and payment card data.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Short-lived phishing sites often offered to see the premieres before the eagerly awaited movie or television show was scheduled to hit the screen. Soccer fans chasing merchandise risked compromising their bank cards or just losing some money. Those who just could not wait were in for a disappointment and a waste of cash.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 7, 2022

SharkBot banking malware was able to evade Google Play Store security checks masqueraded as an antivirus app. SharkBot is a banking trojan that has been active since October 2021, it allows to steal banking account credentials and bypass multi-factor authentication mechanisms.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Some military personnel and their families(say about 23) in United States are being constantly targeted by phishing campaigns launched by a notorious online criminal gang from Nigeria that is habituated to ignore the Digital Millennium Copyrights Act and such.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2023

A particularly nasty slice of phishing, scamming, and social engineering is responsible for DoorDash drivers losing a group total of around $950k. From here, the driver would be convinced to hand over banking details or log in to a fake portal. How to avoid phishing Block known bad websites. Don't take things at face value.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The top-level domain for the United States — US — is home to thousands of newly-registered domains tied to a malicious link shortening service that facilitates malware and phishing scams, new research suggests. domains as among the most prevalent in phishing attacks over the past year. US phishing domains.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Info stealers, the type of malware with its purpose in the name, can cripple businesses and everyday users alike. Info stealers, also known as information stealers, are a type of malicious software (malware) designed to covertly collect sensitive and personal information from a victim’s computer or network.

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Daniel Miessler

MARCH 10, 2022

The answer is remarkably simple, actually— phishing. A growing percentage of malware packages now include prompts for not only a username and password, but also an MFA code. This means traditional MFA is becoming increasingly useless against phishing in the real world. The answer is yes. Get started with WebAuthn >>.

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