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Safer Internet Day, or why Brad Pitt needed an internet bodyguard

Malwarebytes

February 6, 2024 is Safer Internet Day. When I was asked to write about the topic, I misunderstood the question and heard: “can you cover save the internet” and we all agreed that it might be too late for that. The internet has been around for quite some time now, and most of us wouldn’t know what to do without it.

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Be Very Sparing in Allowing Site Notifications

Krebs on Security

These so-called “push notifications” rely on an Internet standard designed to work similarly across different operating systems and web browsers. The company’s site currently is ranked by Alexa.com as among the top 2,000 sites in terms of Internet traffic globally. McAfee has not yet responded to requests for comment.

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Mobile malware evolution 2020

SecureList

The word “covid” in various combinations was typically used in the names of packages hiding spyware and banking Trojans, adware or Trojan droppers. Last year was notable for both malware and adware, the two very close in terms of capabilities. Number of adware attacks on mobile users in 2019 and 2020 ( download ).

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Gaming-related cyberthreats in 2020 and 2021

SecureList

In this report, we cover PC and mobile threats as well as various phishing schemes that capitalize on popular games. Additionally, we checked our database for gaming-related spam campaigns and phishing schemes that are used in the wild. An overwhelming majority (83%) of files distributed under the guise of mobile games are adware.

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Scranos – A Cross Platform, Rootkit-Enabled Spyware rapidly spreading

Security Affairs

Although the campaign has not reached the magnitude of the Zacinlo adware campaign, it is already infecting users worldwide.” The main dropper is able to steal browser cookies and login credentials from Google Chrome, Chromium, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Baidu Browser and Yandex.

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

Strange Pop-Up Window Messages Unwanted pop-up advertisements or messages that display even while you are not surfing the internet might indicate the presence of adware or other types of malware. Stay informed about the latest threats, phishing techniques, and best practices for online safety.

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Threat in your browser: what dangers innocent-looking extensions hold for users

SecureList

To earn more money, some developers may pass it on to third parties or sell it to advertisers. For instance, when an account of the developer of a popular add-on was hijacked after a phishing attack, millions of users received adware on their devices without their knowledge. Methodology. Browser extensions threats: in figures.

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