Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2020

Group-IB’s CERT-GIB analyzed hundreds of coronavirus -related phishing emails and discovered top malware strains in COVID-19 campaigns. Spyware turned out to be the most common malware class hiding in fraudulent COVID-19 emails, with AgentTesla topping the list of phishers’ favorite strains. Source: CERT-GIB. Source: CERT-GIB.

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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. Web-borne malware remains widespread.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2022

Anonymous: Operation Russia after 100 days of war GitLab addressed critical account take over via SCIM email change LuoYu APT delivers WinDealer malware via man-on-the-side attacks Clipminer Botnet already allowed operators to make at least $1.7 Million Alert!

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SecureList

MARCH 7, 2024

To get access to the content (or contest), phishing sites prompted the victim to sign in to one of their gaming accounts. If the victim entered their credentials on the phishing form, the account was hijacked. The information could later be used to steal both funds from victims’ accounts and their identities.

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SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

The word “covid” in various combinations was typically used in the names of packages hiding spyware and banking Trojans, adware or Trojan droppers. The mobile malware Trojan-Ransom.AndroidOS.Agent.aq Last year was notable for both malware and adware, the two very close in terms of capabilities. More on that later.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2023

FiXS, a new ATM malware that is targeting Mexican banks BidenCash leaks 2.1M stolen credit/debit cards Pegasus spyware used to spy on a Polish mayor Hundreds of thousands of websites hacked as part of redirection campaign MQsTTang, a new backdoor used by Mustang Panda APT against European entities Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Most times, spam emails contain malware , which can compromise your devices connected to the email. Trojan Horses A trojan horse is a malware that is disguised to appear as a legitimate program. Unfortunately, many individuals who have methods of verifying emails can also fall victim to this malware. This is a trap.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The following vectors represent some of the most common ways a criminal could gain access to your accounts and is also known as an account takeover : Social Engineering. If a “Not Secure” warning appears on your browser when you visit a website, it is not necessarily affected by malware. A common example is phishing.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Most security threats faced by regular users arrive via the Internet, whether it’s a malicious app or a rigged website , a scam delivered through the user’s social media channels, or a phishing scheme carried out via email or SMS. In many cases, no malware is needed to compromise this data. Platform-agnostic threats. Weaponizing hype.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 11, 2022

Chrome patches ANOTHER zero-day vulnerability Cloud-based malware is on the rise. Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: My Body, My Data Act would lock down reproductive and sexual health data “Free UK visa” offers on WhatsApp are fakes HackerOne insider fired for trying to claim other people’s bounties Update now!

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

With so many well known banking sites falling short when it comes to blocking fraudsters, cybersecurity experts at VPNOverview have compiled a list of 12 safety tips to keep your money safe from malware and phishing scams. What are the possible dangers of online banking?

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

billion malware attacks were identified by the report. Cisco Umbrella , analyzing the threat environment for 2022, found that 86% of organizations experienced phishing, 69% experienced unsolicited crypto mining, 50% were affected by ransomware, and 48% experienced some form of information-stealing malware. Crimeware and spyware.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

MI5 said the faked LinkedIn accounts are created and operation by nation-state spy agencies, with an intent to recruit individuals or gather sensitive information. Millions in the UK Targeted by Malware via a DHL Scam Text Message. NCSC advice FluBot: Guidance for ‘package delivery’ text message scam .

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With millions of new users on streaming platforms, cyberattackers have recognized this heightened demand and seek to take advantage of it by distributing streaming phishing scams and spreading malware under the guise of users’ favorite shows. Malware and riskware instead of streaming. Methodology. Amazon Prime Video.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 15, 2021

They’ve evolved into a data storage device, a video and sound recorder, as well as an easy way to access our bank accounts. If you’re asked for personally identifiable information, bank account numbers, PINs or credit card numbers, hang up immediately. Bullying or threats are another major red flag.

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SecureList

AUGUST 30, 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. Quarterly highlights The number of malware, adware, or unwanted software attacks on mobile devices began to climb again in Q2 2023. of all threats detected. 16.79 +3.52 2.96 +2.96

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Recent research by Positive Technologies looked at the cyber threat landscape during Q2 2021 and found that ransomware attacks reached “stratospheric” levels, accounting for 69% of all malware attacks, a huge jump from 39% in Q2 2020. Detect compromised accounts, insider threats, and malware. EnigmaSoft.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Thus, during the World Cup a brand-new scam appeared: it offered users to win a newly released iPhone 14 for predicting match outcomes. For example, one website offered users to obtain a COVID vaccination certificate by entering their British National Health Service (NHS) account credentials.

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BH Consulting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Banks and insurance companies are telling customers to be wary of scam messages. Phishing and scam emails are – by some distance – the leading cause of ransomware infections, according to Statista. One giveaway of a scam was that the sender didn’t bother to disguise their email address as the organisation they were impersonating.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Scamming championship: sports-related fraud. Accordingly, the Euro 2020 championship was used by scammers as bait to hijack accounts on the major gaming portal belonging to Japanese gaming giant Konami. If they entered their credentials, the attackers took over their account and the “bonus” evaporated into thin air.

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SecureList

AUGUST 5, 2021

In Q2 2021, corporate accounts continued to be one of the most tempting targets for cybercriminals. A fake notification about a Microsoft Teams meeting or a request to view an important document traditionally takes the victim to a phishing login page asking for corporate account credentials. Parcel scam: buy one, get none.

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SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2022: 6,463,414 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. These types of apps occupy seven out of the twenty places in our malware ranking for Q1. Scam apps targeting Russian-speaking users. Distribution of detected mobile malware by type. Quarterly figures.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2021: 9,599,519 malware, adware and riskware attacks on mobile devices were prevented. We have seen no new mass campaigns seeking to distribute any specific mobile malware family; nor were there any newsworthy events similar to what we had early into the COVID-19 pandemic. Verdict. %*.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2023

No charging station is safe, apparently, as the FBI is warning travelers looking to charge their devices in airports, hotels, and coffee shops that "juice jacking" is a thing—as bad actors are using public chargers and even free cables and charging plugs to infect phones and other devices with malware.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Unlike common stealers, this malware gathered data that can be used to identify the victims, such as browsing histories, social networking account IDs and Wi-Fi networks. According to the freshest data on DeFi, every hour 15 newly deployed scams against smart contracts are detected.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The most common malware family found in attachments were Agensla Trojans. The subject of investments gained significant relevance in 2021, with banks and other organizations actively promoting investment and brokerage accounts. Hurry up and lose your account: phishing in the corporate sector. In 2021: 56% of e-mails were spam.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Agentb malware family. The Kaspersky Anti-Phishing component blocked 434,898,635 attempts at accessing scam sites. Contact us to lose your money or account! In most cases, scammers, as before, claimed to have used spyware to film the blackmail victim watching adult videos. Trends of the year. Messengers targeted.

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SecureList

MAY 3, 2021

In Q1 2021, new banking scams appeared alongside ones that are more traditional. In actual fact, scanning the code resulted in a data leak, money theft or device infection, if it contained a link to a web page with malware. The link redirected them to a phishing page requesting their Microsoft account credentials.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Cyberattacks are often caused by malware, which is the umbrella term used to describe software created for malicious purposes. You may be most familiar with computer malware such as Trojan viruses and spyware, which can be used to retrieve sensitive data from a computer or even take control of the system.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2022

Dancho Danchev’s Primary Contact Points for this Project – Email/XMPP/Jabber/OMEMO and PGP Key Accounts. Dancho Danchev’s Privacy and Security Research Compilation – Medium Account Research Compilation – [PDF]. Exposing a Currently Active Cyber Jihad Social Media Twitter Accounts – An OSINT Analysis.

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Security Affairs

MAY 8, 2020

Thus, the number of phishing attacks on cloud storages nearly doubled last year, while Internet providers have seen the three-fold increase in the number of phishing scams targeting them. Malware delivery: what’s on the menu? AgentTesla , Netwire , and Azorult for the first time appeared among attackers’ preferred instruments. “In

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Scammers and malware authors know a good opportunity when they see one, especially if it's a vulnerability in a popular web service. Since last year, malware gangs have been busy polluting this territory with phony stories to spread dangerous apps. Any area of the Google ecosystem fits the mold of such a juicy target.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

The backdoor, which is sold as a malware-as-a-service offering to affiliate cybercriminal entities including the infamous FIN6, Cobalt Group and Evilnum groups, comes packaged in a malicious zip file with a file name that includes the exact job position that’s listed on the individual target’s LinkedIn profile. edu,’ said the IRS release.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The breach at the Oldsmar water plant, however, may have involved no malware at all. No surreptitious implantation of spyware to collect admin credentials. Online scams already ruin people’s lives by emptying their bank accounts. No spear-phishing attack against an executive’s personal device.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

This article explores: What Is Email Security Best Options to Secure Business Email Email Security Best Practices How Email Security Blocks Threats Bottom Line: Email Security What Is Email Security Email security is a concept that protects email accounts, servers, and communications from unauthorized access, data loss, or compromise.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Scams could present themselves in many forms. For instance, financially-motivated threat actors often plant in malicious URLs spoofing these events to fraudulent sites, hoping to maximize their chances of scamming naive internet users for a quick (illicit) profit.

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