SecureList

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This strategic shift signals its intent to intensify its surveillance capabilities and expand its range of targets. The final payload was a loaded malware implant, the Remcos RAT – the fourth type of remote administration tool adopted by this threat actor within a few months of operation.

Government 109

Government Malware VPN Manufacturing 109

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The deep web is also made up of content that is not indexed by search engines and requires a login to access. You probably use the deep web all the time — examples may include bank accounts, your email, and login-restricted content such as news or streaming entertainment. The FBI shut down the Silk Road in October 2013.

Identity Theft 98

Identity Theft Cryptocurrency Government Engineering 98

Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Snippets from that fascinating conversation are recounted below, and punctuated by accounts from a recent victim who lost more than $100,000 after his mobile phone number was hijacked. Soon after, the attackers were able to use their control over his mobile number to reset his Gmail account password. ” FAKE IDs AND PHONY NOTES.

Mobile 243

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

The campaign is said to involve breaking into news websites or social media accounts of government officials in order to publish forged documents, fake news and misleading opinions meant to sway elections, disrupt local political eco-systems and create distrust of NATO. And now, we turn our attention to the future.

Mobile 134

Mobile Surveillance Ransomware Government 134

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Leading Android health apps expose users to avoidable threats like surveillance and identity theft, due to their risky permissions. Malware can use this permission to plant harmful files or steal sensitive information. Malicious apps could use this data for tracking or unauthorized account access. Cybernews has the story.

Accountability 99

Accountability Mobile Surveillance Information Security 99

SecureList

JULY 29, 2021

Moreover, we saw ShadowPad detections coincide with FourteenHi variant infections, possibly hinting at a shared operator between these two malware families. It is likely that APT31 uses them for other implants and ends as well (for example, exploit or malware staging). It is capable of performing basic backdoor functions.

Malware 143

Malware Phishing Password Management Social Engineering 143

Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

In case you want to train your employees, you may need to use a company account to be able to set scheduled lessons for your staff. to $199 for business accounts. There are two types to choose from: an individual account and a company account. But it works only for individual users.

Social Engineering 40

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The malware posed as ransomware, demanding money from the victims for “decrypting” their data. Using a malicious script, the attackers redirected their targets’ incoming email to an email address controlled by the attackers, gathering data from the compromised accounts. Verdict: prediction not fulfilled ❌ 7.

Hacking 109

Hacking Energy and Utilities Media Malware 109

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This includes protecting diverse technological assets, such as software, hardware, devices, and cloud resources, from potential security flaws like malware, ransomware, theft, phishing assaults, and bots. Assess the physical security measures: Evaluate access controls, surveillance systems, and environmental controls.

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Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 4, 2017

and that is precisely why email is capable of forwarding messages as well as delegating access to *separate* individual accounts. Your password is your password and needs to stay that way for accountability. Identity, Accountability and Plausible Deniability. — raoul (@raoulendres) December 3, 2017.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Recent successes with poisoned open-source libraries and other development channels to deliver malware will continue to influence attacks deeper into the development supply chain for both traditional and new technologies. It’s no secret that the SEC is now holding CISOs accountable for the risks organizations take on.

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Cybersecurity CISO Government Technology 140