Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Less than a week ago, security researcher Nitish Shah directed KrebsOnSecurity to an open database on the Web that allowed anyone to query up-to-the-minute mSpy records for both customer transactions at mSpy’s site and for mobile phone data collected by mSpy’s software. The database required no authentication.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 29, 2023

As a result of the attack, the criminals gained access to e-mail addresses, telephone numbers and the content of messages collected on accounts. How to prevent spyware and stalkerware-type apps Set a screen lock on your phone and don't let anyone else access it Keep your phone up-to-date. Use an antivirus on your phone.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 10, 2024

Judge ordered NSO Group to hand over the Pegasus spyware code to WhatsApp Cybercrime BlackCat Ransomware Affiliate TTPs American Express credit cards EXPOSED in third-party vendor data breach – account numbers and names among details accessed in hack LockBit 3.0’S

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Schneier on Security

MAY 5, 2020

That's when Russian security firm Dr. Web found a sample of spyware in Google's app store that impersonated a downloader of graphic design software but in fact had the capability to steal contacts, call logs, and text messages from Android phones. What's important is the ability to download new malicious payloads," he says. "It

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

What is Account Takeover? Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. One of the primary reasons behind this massive rise in account takeover is the relative ease with which it can be done. Account Takeover Prevention.

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Security Affairs

JULY 25, 2019

Researchers at Lookout discovered a new mobile spyware dubbed Monokle that was developed by a Russian defense contractor. Experts at Lookout discovered a new Android mobile spyware in the wild, dubbed Monokle, that was developed by a Russian defense contractor named Special Technology Centre Ltd. ( ” continues the report.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The report, titled " Predator Files: Caught in the Net ," delves into the operations of the "Intellexa alliance," a complex network of interconnected companies that develop and market powerful spyware used to monitor and manipulate individuals worldwide. This can be accomplished without the device’s owner noticing the compromise."

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Spyware developed by the company NSO Group is back in the news today after Apple released an emergency fix for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches. The update fixes a vulnerability silently exploited by software called Pegasus, which is often used in high-level surveillance campaigns by governments. ” Pegasus spyware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2019

Scranos is a powerful cross-platform rootkit-enabled spyware discovered while investigating malware posing as legitimate software like video players, drivers and even anti-virus products. It can also steal cookies and login info from victims’ accounts on Facebook, YouTube, Amazon, and Airbnb. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

The spyware is offered on download sites pretending to be installers for freeware and cracked versions of paid software. Several campaigns were found to push out this spyware, but all of them were easily connected by the malicious program embedded in the cracked versions of installers, and freeware.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The experts also discovered that the libraries bundled with the malicious Tor Browser is infected with spyware. “More importantly, one of the libraries bundled with the malicious Tor Browser is infected with spyware that collects various personal data and sends it to a command and control server. ” concludes the report.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

“The kTableSize array only takes into account sizes for 8-bit first-level table lookups but not second-level table lookups. The issue made the headline under another CVEs because it was actively exploited to deploy surveillance spyware, and it was tracked separately as CVE-2023-41064 and CVE-2023-4863. ” reads the advisory.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2023

Xplain hack impacted the Swiss cantonal police and Fedpol Zyxel published guidance for protecting devices from ongoing attacks Kimsuky APT poses as journalists and broadcast writers in its attacks New Linux Ransomware BlackSuit is similar to Royal ransomware CISA adds Progress MOVEit Transfer zero-day to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (..)

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Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2024

Crooks manipulate GitHub’s search results to distribute malware BatBadBut flaw allowed an attacker to perform command injection on Windows Roku disclosed a new security breach impacting 576,000 accounts LastPass employee targeted via an audio deepfake call TA547 targets German organizations with Rhadamanthys malware CISA adds D-Link multiple (..)

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As a best practice, install VPN software on your home router to secure your internet connection at home, and never connect to a public Wi-Fi connection without a VPN when you’re out and about. Data security is a problem for anyone who has an online account, whether it be for health services, banking, or social media. The Bottom Line.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

Sensitive information, both personal and financial, are used, stored, and linked to online gaming accounts. Trojan viruses resemble real software and are some of the most common tactics used by cybercriminal networks. Spyware monitors a user’s every movement and actions on the internet without their knowledge.

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Hacker's King

MAY 20, 2023

By combining something you know(like a password) with something you have(such as a verification code), 2FA adds an extra layer of protection to your online accounts. Hackers might target weak session tokens or hijack active sessions to gain unauthorized access to an account. However, like any security system, 2FA is not foolproof.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 16, 2023

Mainly such attacks are often launched by taking poor device security and software vulnerabilities into consideration. Parallelly using an antivirus software on the mobile, adding a password to sensitive folders and by not clicking on links send by unknown senders can help guaranty highest level of security to a smart phone.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2022

This version has similar spyware functionality as before, except " the threat actors slightly obfuscated class and method names, strings, logs, and server URIs." Stefanko believes the main purpose of this update was to try to avoid detection from security software, which has not worked out too well for the threat actors.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 27, 2024

The attack chain starts with fake application updates for popular software, such as the Chrome browser and the Austrian digital authentication application. The malware also supports multiple “ spyware ” functionalities, it can gather device information, call history, geolocation, and record audio.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The most common threat to mobile devices was adware, accounting for 52% of all detected threats. Quarterly highlights The number of malware, adware and unwanted software attacks on mobile devices continued to climb in Q3. Our other find on Google Play was a spyware Telegram mod capable of stealing user messages. 14.98 –1.81

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Security Affairs

JULY 12, 2020

Google announced that starting from August it will update its policies to reject ads proposed by organizations offering surveillance software. “In August 2020, the Google Ads Enabling Dishonest Behavior policy will be updated to clarify restrictions on advertising for spyware and surveillance technology.”reads

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Though there are many different types of Malware, or malicious software, it is basically any type of software that’s designed to damage a computer, website, or network. Spyware is malware that is installed on a user’s device without their permission and steals their data. What is Malware?

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Malwarebytes

JULY 11, 2022

TikTok is “unacceptable security risk” and should be removed from app stores, says FCC Google to delete location data of trips to abortion clinics IconBurst software supply chain attack offers malicious versions of NPM packages Discord Shame channel goes phishing Verified Twitter accounts phished via hate speech warnings Apple Lockdown (..)

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Security Affairs

JULY 24, 2022

released in Dark Web – malicious shortcut-based attacks are on the rise Tor Browser 11.5 is optimized to automatically bypass censorship A massive cyberattack hit Albania Watch out for the CVE-2022-30136 Windows NFS Remote Code Execution flaw Graff paid a $7.5M released in Dark Web – malicious shortcut-based attacks are on the rise Tor Browser 11.5

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

April’s global shutdown was accompanied by a staggering rise in the use of stalkerware, a short-hand term for the type of mobile monitoring and spyware apps that are sometimes deployed by abusive partners. Through it all, there is one form of business that seems to have thrived in 2020 though—the creation and operation of malicious software.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The steps we’re taking today will send a clear message: In a free society, it is unacceptable to weaponize powerful state-sponsored spyware against those who seek to make the world a better place.". State-sponsored actors like the NSO Group spend millions of dollars on sophisticated surveillance technologies without effective accountability.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 22, 2021

The experts gathered data related to the cyberthreats that were blocked on computers used to manage industrial control equipment and targeting software used in ICS engineering and integration industry, including human-machine interface (HMI), OPC gateway, engineering, control, and data acquisition software.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 11, 2021

2- Using an antivirus solution on your smart device helps in keeping malware, adware and spyware at bay. It also alerts the user when any app or software is obstructing the normal operations on the phone. 8- Changing the password on a periodic note on Google accounts helps to curb any privacy breaches.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Use passcodes and anti-spyware programs. Secure passcodes are a mix of numbers, letters, and punctuation marks that increase the safety of all your internet accounts. All information applications and software installs must be restricted to a small number of staff. Once you cover the hardware and cloud, focus on the network.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Web-phishing targeting various online services almost doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic , it accounted for 46 percent of the total number of fake web pages. Another 17 percent contained downloaders, while backdoors and banking Trojans came third with a 16- and 15-percent shares, respectively.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 18, 2021

After the malware has collected all the information from the victim’s system, it exfiltrates the credentials and other sensitive data via the SMTP protocol (email) back to an email account registered in advance by the attackers. So it seems that bad actors are still hunting for outdated and unpatched software that can easily be compromised.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The trojan horse can be hidden in software or attachments that, if downloaded, install different spyware and viruses on your device. This spyware and viruses can cause many problems on your device and compromise personal details. You can view your security settings and verify the devices connected to your email account.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2023

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 FiXS, a new ATM malware that is targeting Mexican banks BidenCash leaks 2.1M

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

China is currently the country with the largest number of Android mobile devices, but a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Edinburgh and the Trinity College of Dublin revealed that top-of-the-line Android devices sold in the country are shipped with spyware. EU) Android OS distributions from the same OS developers.

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Security Affairs

JULY 25, 2021

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 8, 2023

As the name suggests, people aren’t doing anything good with this kind of software. As a result of the attack, the criminals gained access to email addresses, telephone numbers and the content of messages collected on accounts. So much data was deleted that new users are now blocked from creating an account.

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