Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The malware is able to steal sensitive information (a variety of credentials, including FTP credentials, stored email passwords, passwords stored in the browser, as well as a whole host of other credentials) . Below the list of mitigations: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. Enforce a strong password policy.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

AvosLocker operators already advertised in the past a Linux variant, dubbed AvosLinux, of their malware claiming it was able to support Linux and ESXi servers. Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

AMOS was first advertised in April 2023 as a stealer for Mac OS with a strong focus on crypto assets, capable of harvesting passwords from browsers and Apple's keychain, as well as featuring a file grabber. com) looks quite authentic and shows three download buttons: one each for Windows, Mac and Linux.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

The CISA agency provides recommendations for system administrators and owners to enhance the level of security of their organizations: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Keep operating system patches up-to-date.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

CISA reports provide the following recommendations to users and administrators to strengthen the security posture of their organization’s systems: • Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2021

Multiple posts on the Dark Web advertise similar malware that is available for as little as $100. Most of the stolen files (50%+) were text files, some of them containing software logs, passwords, personal notes, and other sensitive information. The malware stole nearly 26 million login credentials holding 1.1 million files.”

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Security Affairs

MAY 30, 2020

Authentication. To increase the complexity of hacking your device, always get to know who is calling your APIs, by using a simple access authentication (user/password) or an API key (asymmetric key). The authorization and/or authentication of your APIs should be delegated. Don’t communicate with strangers.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

While these products may look authentic, they are often ploys designed to trick you into revealing your payment information. Be wary of these common travel scams: Fraudulent travel deals: Scammers may advertise unrealistically low prices for travel packages or accommodations. If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Hackers, scammers, and stalkers can use the photo and video sharing social networking platform to target others, and Instagram is part of Facebook’s advertising panopticon. Enter your password. Enter your email address, Instagram account password and use the Request Download option. Log into your Instagram account.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 17, 2024

It is not generally advertised on the product pages that RBI affects C2 traffic, but we promise you it does. Antivirus Inspection Not all RBI products will prioritize this time factor. Requiring user-supplied values such as passwords to access content increases the likelihood of successful payload detonation and delivery.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Use Caution with Ads and Websites Website pop-ups and online advertising can be vectors for malware, phishing attempts, and other harmful actions. Use Antivirus Software Antivirus software and EDR tools are critically important controls for consumers and businesses, respectively.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Security Antivirus – software that scans a device or a network to detect security threats, alert you, and neutralize malicious code. Authenticator – a method of how a user can prove his/her identity to a system. It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan. The most widespread spyware are keyloggers and trojans.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

While the developers did not specifically advertise this feature, it appears that around December 17 Atomic Stealer had changed some of its code to hide certain strings that were previously used for detection and identifying its command and control server. It’s not just passwords that are of interest to cyber criminals.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

Macs running the M1 chip now support the same degree of robust security Apple consumers expect from their iOS devices, which means features like Kernel Integrity Protection, Fast Permission Restrictions (which help mitigate web-based or runtime attacks), and Pointer Authentication Codes. Securing themselves in the foot.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

At its core, malware exploits existing network, device, or user vulnerabilities , posing as little a risk as annoying advertisements to the much more damaging demand for millions of dollars in ransom. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

From our safe portal, everyday people can view past password breaches, active social media profiles, potential leaks of government ID info, and more. More than a decade ago, Malwarebytes revolutionized the antivirus industry by prioritizing the security of all individuals. They can even change your password and lock you out forever.

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SecureList

JUNE 5, 2023

Some of these sites do not deliver Satacom themselves, but use legitimate advertising plugins that the attackers abuse to inject malicious ads into the webpages. This allows the threat actors to change the domain URL to a different one in case it’s banned or blocked by antivirus vendors.

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Cryptocurrency DNS Malware Encryption 78

Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2022

RedLine Password Theft Malware. The RedLine password theft malware is a hot topic this month with Microsoft’s employee compromise. Passwords: An Easy Target. Let’s not mince words: passwords are difficult for most organizations to manage. Let’s not mince words: passwords are difficult for most organizations to manage.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Rescator, advertising a new batch of cards stolen in a 2014 breach at P.F. Finally, there is some honor among thieves, and in the marketplace for stolen payment card data it is considered poor form to advertise a batch of cards as “yours” if you are merely reselling cards sold to you by a third-party card vendor or thief.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

While some apps genuinely need this permission for features like maps and location-based services, malicious apps could misuse this data for stalking, surveillance, or targeted advertising Camera and Microphone Access: Granting an app access to your device’s camera and microphone poses significant privacy risks.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Cybercriminals don’t break into websites one by one, using their best guess to figure out your password like they do in the movies. If your computer has malware on it, it doesn’t matter how secure your website is, because criminals can just steal your password or login in to your website from your computer, pretending to be you.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

The emails are designed in a way that it appears to be authentic or belonging from a real business or authoritative source. People fell prey for these manipulative emails and provide confidential details like passwords and bank information in their negligence. Use Two Factor Authentication. Protect Your Device and Connection.

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Phishing Accountability Authentication Passwords 88

Security Boulevard

JUNE 15, 2023

The malware targets more than 70 web browser extensions for cryptocurrency theft and uses the same functionality to target two-factor authentication (2FA) applications. MysticStealer forum post advertising v1.2 As a result, this technique may bypass static antivirus signatures and complicate malware reverse engineering.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Commercial VPN services often advertise their privacy and anonymity practices, but it is not clear how above-board their claims are. A VPN is a secure tunnel for network traffic, routing it from one place to another, typically with some form of authentication. IP addresses otherwise change for a variety of reasons).

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Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2020

To trick antivirus software, threat actors include the passwords for accessing the content in the email subject line, in the archive name, or in subsequent correspondence with the victim. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Group-IB is a member of the World Economic Forum. .

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SecureList

JUNE 26, 2023

Nonetheless, their behavior is annoying, sometimes even dangerous, and the antivirus alerts users because, despite being legal, they often sneak onto the device without the user realizing. Fake e-mails were thoroughly crafted, so that the employees would not question their authenticity.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Microsoft has shared more information on ransomware and how to stay safe online here , it urges organizations to: • Keep your Windows Operating System and antivirus up-to-date. Use two factor authentication. • Use a safe and password-protected internet connection. .” continues Microsoft. Upgrade to Windows 10.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

All of them were ordinary people using our free antivirus solution, seemingly unconnected with any organization of interest to a sophisticated attacker of this kind. The attackers compress stolen files into encrypted and password-protected ZIP archives. Other malware. Prilex: the pricey prickle credit card complex.

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Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2021

Similarly to ENV files, files stored in public code repositories can contain exposed authentication tokens. If you’re a crypto trader, here are a few simple steps you can take to protect your API keys from being abused by ‘experienced traders’ who like to advertise their services on hacker forums: Whitelist your IP address.

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Cryptocurrency Accountability Marketing Passwords 79

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 20% increase accesses of specific organizations advertised. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks.

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SecureList

JANUARY 17, 2024

In 2023, for instance, there was a significant rise in posts offering login credentials and passwords for various personal and work accounts. Last year, we predicted that personal data and corporate email would increasingly be at risk, and the prediction proved largely accurate.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats. Here's what the program came back with: “The antivirus program blinked to life, its archaic interface flickering on the outdated CRT monitor.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Okta is a widely used authentication services provider, and it is safe to assume that a hacker controlling their network would be able to infect any of their customers. One of these, Manjusaka , is advertised as an imitation of the Cobalt Strike framework. Another is the open-source offensive tool Sliver.

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