Krebs on Security

MARCH 9, 2023

A Croatian national has been arrested for allegedly operating NetWire , a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) marketed on cybercrime forums since 2012 as a stealthy way to spy on infected systems and siphon passwords. In October 2012, the WorldWiredLabs domain moved to another dedicated server at the Internet address 198.91.90.7,

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Hot for Security

JANUARY 29, 2021

The company believes the incident occurred on January 4, 2021, after threat actors managed to trick employees into accessing and downloading malicious software on some retail-store computers. “A few employees in retail stores were successfully scammed by unauthorized individuals and downloaded software onto a store computer.”

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Data breaches Wireless Retail Malware 133

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 10, 2019

In the not-so-distant past, banks dealt with online and account takeover fraud, where hackers stole passwords and used phishing scams to target specific individuals. But now not only are you providing the fake username and password, but you’re providing all this information about the phone itself. That’s finally advanced.

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Banking Mobile Accountability Artificial Intelligence 147

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

In 2018, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received complaints for 1,611 SIM swapping attacks, while the number of complaints in the period between 2018 e 2002 was 320 causing a total of losses of $12 million. Use a variation of unique passwords to access online accounts.

Mobile 92

Mobile Cryptocurrency Authentication Accountability 92

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 10, 2022

One way to tame your email inbox is to get in the habit of using unique email aliases when signing up for new accounts online. But not all websites allow aliases, and they can complicate account recovery. ” HaveIBeenPwned’s Hunt arrived at the conclusion that aliases account for about.03 What is an email alias?

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Accountability Data breaches Hacking Passwords 212

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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Retail Identity Theft Banking Password Management 78

Approachable Cyber Threats

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Your internet browsing, including entering your credit card information, may not be secure, and you don’t know who is in the middle or on the other end of that connection. Frantically, you click on the link in the email and enter your Amazon account email and password. What’s going on here?

Scams 98

Scams Passwords Banking Accountability 98

Adam Levin

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Retailers around the world are anticipating less foot traffic in their shops this holiday season, with more than 75% of consumers expected to do most of their shopping online due to the pandemic. For example, it’s best not to surf the Internet with the same computer that you use to process payments. Limit access to business computers.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 7, 2024

Experts spotted a new macOS Backdoor named SpectralBlur linked to North Korea Merck settles with insurers regarding a $1.4

Artificial Intelligence 93

Artificial Intelligence Data breaches Scams Insurance 93

Approachable Cyber Threats

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As a former retail worker, I used to dread the holidays. Your internet browsing, including entering your credit card information, may not be secure, and you don’t know who else is watching. Frantically, you click on the link in the email and enter your Amazon account email and password. Category Awareness Risk Level.

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Retail Passwords Banking Accountability 97

Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Use Secure Websites (for Santa-Approved Shopping) When hunting for those perfect holiday deals, it’s essential to make sure you’re practicing safe internet browsing by shopping on secure websites. Shop from reputable and well-known online retailers : Stick with the big names or trusted online stores.

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Identity Theft Scams VPN Phishing 111

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2021

Password abuse emerged as a criminal specialty shortly after the decision got made in the 1990s to jump start the commercial Internet using a security framework built on shared secrets. What a lot of people overlook is that MFA and password managers are still built on top of passwords,” Avetisov observes.

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Authentication Digital transformation Passwords Password Management 147

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

“During the 2020 holiday shopping season, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received over 17,000 complaints regarding the non-delivery of goods, resulting in losses over $53 million,” reads a public service announcement published by the FBI. Use safe passwords or pass phrases. Pierluigi Paganini.

Scams 126

Scams Identity Theft Advertising Media 126

SecureWorld News

JULY 19, 2023

With the increasing prevalence of internet-connected devices and the rising concerns over cyber threats, this initiative seeks to provide American consumers with an easier way to evaluate the security of these devices. The initiative has garnered support from industry leaders and major retailers.

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IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Retail 84

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 16, 2018

An entrepreneur and virtual currency investor is suing AT&T for $224 million, claiming the wireless provider was negligent when it failed to prevent thieves from hijacking his mobile account and stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrencies. On June 11, 2017, Terpin’s phone went dead.

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Mobile Cryptocurrency Accountability Authentication 229

IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 5, 2023

These cyber criminals may record your data, including sensitive details like usernames, passwords, and browsing history, which can be manipulated for various reasons. Free proxies are frequently saturated with users, resulting in slow connection speeds, subpar performance, or even causing you to lose internet access.

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Internet Internet Retail Data collection 68

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The intruders got in by tricking UScellular retail store employees into downloading malicious software on store computers. The attackers thus gained remote access to the CRM systems running on the store computers – and a foothold to access customers’ wireless phone numbers and associated account information.

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Phishing Hacking Accountability Social Engineering 252

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In fact, holiday shopping can account for up to 30 percent of annual sales for online retailers. In fact, the National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts holiday sales will grow to between $727.9 As holiday shopping revenue reaches new heights, the number of internet shoppers continues to grow as well, with 55 percent.

Retail 98

Retail eCommerce Small Business Scams 98

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Be wary of these common online shopping scams: Fake websites and online stores: Scammers often create fake websites that mimic legitimate retailers, hoping to trick unsuspecting shoppers into entering their personal and payment information. But it also presents an opportunity for scammers to exploit.

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Scams Identity Theft Retail Antivirus 52

Adam Levin

JULY 8, 2020

What would happen if you typed in “Amazon,” the corresponding domain popped up, and you clicked, but instead of finding the world’s largest online retailer, you landed on a 1980s WarGames-themed page with a laughing skull? A prospective client or customer types your company name and their browser does the rest.

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Hacking Retail Cyber Insurance Authentication 130

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 6, 2022

million online accounts were compromised in cyberattacks against 17 well-known companies, according to James. Businesses have the responsibility to take appropriate action to protect their customers' online accounts and this guide lays out critical safeguards companies can use in the fight against credential stuffing.

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Accountability Authentication Social Engineering Retail 83

Troy Hunt

MARCH 27, 2018

It began with a visit to the local Telstra store earlier this month to upgrade a couple of phone plans which resulted in me sitting alone by this screen whilst the Telstra staffer disappeared into the back room for a few minutes: Is it normal for @Telstra to display customer passwords on publicly facing terminals in their stores?

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Passwords Banking Mobile Telecommunications 154

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 27, 2020

But the Secret Service discovered his various accounts at these data brokers and had them shut down one by one. billion in new account fraud at banks and retailers throughout the United States, and roughly $64 million in tax refund fraud with the states and the IRS. “But most people have probably never heard of him.”

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Identity Theft Retail Government Banking 323

Security Affairs

MAY 10, 2022

“Frappo” acts as a Phishing-as-a-Service and enables cybercriminals the ability to host and generate high-quality phishing pages which impersonate major online banking, e-commerce, popular retailers, and online-services to steal customer data. Detailed analysis of the Phishing-As-A-Service Frappo is available here: [link].

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Phishing Banking Retail Financial Services 73

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

The nonstop intensity of these attacks is vividly illustrated by the fact that malicious bot communications now account for one-third of total Internet traffic. This activity can be seen at any moment of any day by examining the volume of malicious botnet traffic moving across the Internet.

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Digital transformation Mobile B2C B2B 140

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

According to the report “Web applications remain the proverbial punching bag of the Internet. The top targets for web app attacks were the information sector, utilities, manufacturing, and retail. The top two targets were the financial sector and retail. Cyber espionage showed some of the most worrying growth, with the U.S.

Retail 52

Retail Data breaches DDOS Passwords 52

Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Security requirements unpacked The regulations lay down explicit security mandates, from unique product passwords to transparent reporting mechanisms for security issues, alongside clear directives on security update commitments. Each product must either have a unique password or allow the user to set a secure password upon initial setup.

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Manufacturing Passwords Telecommunications Cyber threats 55

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

According to Akamai’s latest State of the Internet report on credential stuffing, credential stuffing continues to be growing threat. According to Akamai report titled “[state of the internet] / security CREDENTIAL STUFFING ATTACKS “ the credential stuffing attacks are a growing threat and often underestimated.

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Passwords Data breaches Advertising Password Management 80

IT Security Guru

AUGUST 17, 2023

The report focused on several cyber-related risks, such as attacks on gas and energy infrastructure, fuel supply infrastructure, health and social care systems, the transport sector, financial infrastructure and retail banks, then assessed the risk this poses to national security. This should include a secure password manager.

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Risk Healthcare Passwords Government 98

Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 24, 2022

Understand the privacy/convenience tradeoff Many accounts ask for access to personal information, such as your geographic location, contacts list, and photo album, before you even use their services. Delete unused apps on your internet-connected devices and keep others secure by performing updates. For Individuals. Other Resources.

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Data privacy Education Accountability Media 52

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 11, 2023

It's harder, for example, to replicate or fake biometrics than it is to steal a password, forge a signature, or use credit card or Social Security numbers. It also reduces "friction" for legitimate users by eliminating the need to remember a password or enter a code sent to a mobile device.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Authentication Passwords IoT 52

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 5, 2022

A class action lawsuit has been filed against big-three consumer credit bureau Experian over reports that the company did little to prevent identity thieves from hijacking consumer accounts. So had their passwords and account PIN and secret questions.

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Accountability Account Security Computers and Electronics Passwords 280

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We no longer rely on the Internet just for entertainment or chatting with friends. Governments in many countries push for easier identification of Internet users to fight cybercrime, as well as “traditional” crime coordinated online. Even when the pandemic is over, the work-from-home culture might persist.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Data breaches caused by weak security measures and procedures result in severe monetary losses, erosion of clients’ trust, and irreversible reputation damage to organizations in the healthcare, financial services, technology, and retail industries, as well as government and public sector entities.

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Data breaches Healthcare Telecommunications Financial Services 52

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In 2010, the National Retail Federation and First Data Corporation conducted a survey targeting small to mid-sized businesses. These Internet thieves have planted malicious software, or malware, in the terminals of computerized cash registers , lifting credit card numbers and passwords. It’s a double whammy.

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Small Business Cyber Attacks Banking Retail 40

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

For example, one website offered users to obtain a COVID vaccination certificate by entering their British National Health Service (NHS) account credentials. In a typical internet hoax manner, crypto scam sites offered visitors to get rich quick by paying a small fee. Others offered the coveted Green Pass without vaccination.

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Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 89

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Fact 2: the retail sector, particularly e-commerce, has always been popular with cybercriminals. In this research, we analyzed various types of threats: financial malware associated with major online shopping platforms as well as phishing pages and fake websites mimicking the world’s biggest retail platforms.

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Scams Banking Phishing Retail 91