Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

As a freelancer in any industry, you are likely more susceptible to hackers and cybercrime than many other professions. Not only will taking the proper precautions keep you out of financial trouble, but you could also advertise in your job pitches how secure your business really is. Start with smart passwords.

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Security Affairs

MAY 19, 2023

The Lemon Group cybercrime ring has reportedly pre-installed malware known as Guerilla on almost 9 million Android devices. A cybercrime group tracked has Lemon Group has reportedly pre-installed malware known as Guerilla on almost 9 million Android devices. The threat actors infected at least 8.9 231 banking malware.

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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 10, 2020

Microsoft is warning of human-operated ransomware, this kind of attack against businesses is becoming popular in the cybercrime ecosystem. Human-operated ransomware is a technique usually employed in nation-state attacks that is becoming very popular in the cybercrime ecosystem. ” continues Microsoft. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

MAY 2, 2021

A new cryptocurrency stealer dubbed WeSteal is available on the cybercrime underground, unlike other commodity cryptocurrency stealers, its author doesn’t masquerade its purpose and promises “the leading way to make money in 2021.”. Experts pointed out that ComplexCodes had been selling a “WeSupply Crypto Stealer” since May 2020.,

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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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Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2019

The latest variant appeared in the cybercrime underground in December 2018, it was named HawkEye Reborn v9. The malware also steals passwords from several browsers, including FileZilla, Beyluxe Messenger, CoreFTP, and the video game Minecraft. ” ~ Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2020

“ “The password database was leaked shortly before the attack. ” Once compromised the target network, attackers attempt to exfiltrate the company’s accounts and passwords database. .” Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. ” continues the alert.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

In May 2015, KrebsOnSecurity briefly profiled “ The Manipulaters ,” the name chosen by a prolific cybercrime group based in Pakistan that was very publicly selling spam tools and a range of services for crafting, hosting and deploying malicious email. One of several current Fudtools sites run by The Manipulaters.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Experts revealed that the botnet was used by the TA505 cybercrime gang to distribute the FlawedAmmy RAT and some email stealers. In classic social engineering attack, the phishing message presents a “one time username and password” to the victims and urges the user to click the “Login Right Here” button. Pierluigi Paganini.

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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. The first half of 2019 saw a 10-fold increase in the number of password-protected objects, such as documents and archive files, being used to deliver malware. More than 80% of all malicious files were disguised as .zip

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2019

Facebook admitted to have stored millions of Instagram users passwords in plaintext. Operator of Codeshop Cybercrime Marketplace Sentenced to 90 months in prison. Avast, Avira, Sophos and other antivirus solutions show problems after. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2020

Fxmsp gained worldwide fame in May 2019, after it was reported that the networks belonging to leading antivirus software companies had been compromised. Fxmsp took his first steps in the cybercrime scene in September 2016 when he registered on an underground forum, fuckav[.]ru. Geography and victims. First steps. The big fish.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Password Checkup Chrome extension warns users about compromised logins. Astaroth Trojan relies on legitimate os and antivirus processes to steal data. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 24, 2020

For instance, to disable built-in antivirus software, the attackers used Defender Control and Your Uninstaller. As the attackers usually need several attempts to brute force passwords and gain access to the RDP, it is important to enable account lockout policies by limiting the number of failed login attempts per user.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

FormBook FormBook is an information stealer advertised in hacking forums. NanoCore NanoCore is used for stealing victims' information, including passwords and emails. It has been sold on underground hacker forums for stealing browser data, user credentials, and cryptocurrency information.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 13, 2024

This post examines the activities of Khoroshev’s many alter egos on the cybercrime forums, and tracks the career of a gifted malware author who has written and sold malicious code for the past 14 years. ru , which at one point advertised the sale of wooden staircases. used the password 225948. Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev.

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Security Affairs

JULY 30, 2018

Malware researchers at Proofpoint spotted a new version of the AZORult Spyware in the wild, it was involved in a large email campaign on July 18, just 24 hours it appeared in cybercrime forums on the Dark Web. For example: if there are cookies or saved passwords from mysite.com, then download and run the file link[.]com/soft.exe.

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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. Although they are listed among the most widespread threats and can be used by cybercriminals to cause harm, they are not malicious per se.

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Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2019

The “-p” parameter, indeed, specify the password of the archive to be extracted. Analyzing it in depth, we discover it actually is the RMS (Remote Manipulator System) client by TektonIT , encrypted using the MPress PE compressor utility, a legitimate tool, to avoid antivirus detection. Pierluigi Paganini.

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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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Krebs on Security

JULY 8, 2019

But GandCrab far eclipsed the success of competing ransomware affiliate programs largely because its authors worked assiduously to update the malware so that it could evade antivirus and other security defenses. ru , a site which marketed dedicated Web servers to individuals involved in various cybercrime projects. Vpn-service[.]us

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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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Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2020

” reads the press release published by the DoJ. “The “fxmsp” group established persistent access, or “backdoors,” to victim networks, which they then advertised and sold to other cybercriminals subjecting victims to a variety of cyberattacks and fraud.” Attorney Brian T. Attorney Brian T. Pierluigi Paganini.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

This is possible if the device either has no pin, pattern, or password to protect it or alternatively, the abuser knows the victim/survivor personally. It is advertised as an antitheft application, and its icon is present on the home screen (not usual behavior for stealthy stalkerware apps).

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

A recently discovered cybercrime gang, tracked as Epic Manchego , is using a new technique to create weaponized Excel files that are able to bypass security checks. Some antivirus solutions specifically analyze this section look for malicious VBA code in the Excel docs. Pierluigi Paganini. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Norway).

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

What they don’t realize is that cybercrime has become automated and the hackers have sophisticated tools that will scour the internet looking for unprotected websites and poorly protected or unpatched computers and networks. Myth #4: Antivirus software and a firewall are all you need to be safe. One weak password is all it takes.

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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 a safe and password-protected internet connection. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

It is especially important to analyze how this threat originates, because many cybercriminals work in teams, buying and selling Google Play accounts, malware, advertising services, and more. It is also clear of alerts from Google Protect and built-in antivirus on devices from different vendors.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

For more than two years, there was not a single sign of Silence that would enable to identify them as an independent cybercrime group. Like most cybercrime groups, Silence uses phishing emails. They carefully study the attacks conducted by other cybercriminal groups, and analyse antivirus and Threat Intelligence reports.

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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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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Since 2008, antivirus and cybersecurity software testers AV-TEST have kept track of the number of newly-developed malware worldwide, totaling at nearly 1 billion as of September 2022. Today, malware is a common threat to the devices and data of anyone who uses the Internet. An August 2022 Statista report counted 2.8

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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

A recent leak has put it in the hands of cybercrime actors and it is very likely that by the end of the year we will see it involved in APT cases too. One of these alternatives is Brute Ratel C4, a commercial attack simulation tool that is especially dangerous since it has been designed to avoid detection by antivirus and EDR protection.

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