Security Affairs

JULY 16, 2020

.” The malicious code supports multiple commands, it could launch overlay attacks, log keystrokes, send spam the victims’ contact lists with SMS messages, and prevent victims from using antivirus software. The list of targeted apps includes cryptocurrency wallet applications (i.e. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JULY 25, 2019

Researchers at Intezer have discovered a new variant of WatchBog, a Linux-based cryptocurrency mining botnet, that also includes a module to scan the Internet for Windows RDP servers vulnerable to the Bluekeep vulnerability (CVE-2019-0708). Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. gooobb ” file.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

To bypass antivirus systems, hackers send out malicious emails in non-working hours with delayed activation. Another technique used by cybercriminals to bypass antivirus systems is a targeted attack, in which malicious email are delivered outside regular working hours. More than 80% of all malicious files were disguised as .zip

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The malicious code is used by the hackers to deliver a Moner (XMR) crypto miner that is not detected by almost any antivirus solution. ” reads the analysis published by the security firm Anomaly. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JULY 19, 2019

The macro might also purposely attempt to bypass endpoint security defenses. . The Rubella Macro Builder is cheap, fast and easy to use, the malware it generated can evade antivirus detection. The police also seized around 20,000 Euro (around $22,000) in cryptocurrency such as Bitcoins. . Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2019

But, with the amount of security and freedom you get with the VPN, it is worth investing your money. Secure Your Router. Your router is needed to be secured in the same way your device requires security. It is essential to install firewall and antivirus software on your routers and keep them up-to-date.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 28, 2019

The Retadup bot has been around since at least 2015, it was involved in several malicious campaigns aimed at delivering malware such as information stealers, ransomware and miners. In recent campaigns, the Retadup worm was observed delivering Monero cryptocurrency miners in Latin America. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2021

CyberNews researchers found that crooks could abuse cryptocurrency exchange API keys and steal cryptocurrencies. CyberNews researchers found that cybercriminals are able to abuse cryptocurrency exchange API keys and steal cryptocurrencies from their victims’ accounts without being granted withdrawal rights.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Regardless of how familiar you are with Information Security, you’ve probably come across the term ‘malware’ countless times. From accessing your business-critical resources and sensitive information to halting business operations and services, a malware infection can quickly become an organization’s worst nightmare come true.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Regardless of how familiar you are with Information Security, you’ve probably come across the term ‘malware’ countless times. From accessing your business-critical resources and sensitive information to halting business operations and services, a malware infection can quickly become an organization’s worst nightmare come true.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

Always look for HTTP secured web pages while entering your account details to save yourself from being the victim of pharming. Another successful strategy for preventing phishing is to secure your device using anti-malware, antivirus, VPN and other security softwares. Protect Your Device and Connection.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 28, 2024

Hackers may have accessed thousands of accounts on the California state welfare platform Brokewell Android malware supports an extensive set of Device Takeover capabilities Experts warn of an ongoing malware campaign targeting WP-Automatic plugin Cryptocurrencies and cybercrime: A critical intermingling Kaiser Permanente data breach may have impacted (..)

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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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