Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Released today, the Malwarebytes State of Malware 2024 report takes a deep dive into the latest developments in the world of cybercrime. So in this article we’ll focus on what threats affect you directly and how you can protect yourself. But other threats you can do something about. This is changing.

Malware 106

Malware Passwords Identity Theft Banking 106

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. The operation, partially described in a recent article by Tencent, primarily targeted Chinese territory until recently, when it broke out around the world.”

Spyware 104

Spyware Adware Malware Accountability 104

Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2021

Uptycs threat research team analyzed macOS malware threat landscape and discovered that Shlayer and Bundlore are the most predominant malware. The Uptycs threat research team has been observing over 90% of macOS malware in our daily analysis and customer telemetry alerts using shell scripts. Conclusion.

Adware 134

Adware Encryption Malware Passwords 134

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As a website owner, chances are you’ve heard a great deal about malware. But you may wonder what exactly malware is, and why it’s such a serious threat to your website and your site’s visitors. What is Malware? And if you own a business website, a malware attack can cost you revenue and customers. Fileless Malware.

Malware 98

Malware Spyware Adware Software 98

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Yet, the developer is still on Google Play dispensing its latest HiddenAds malware. This follows on the heels of adware that was found on Google Play just a couple months ago from a rogue PDF reader. Delaying malicious behavior is a common tactic to evade detection by malware developers. More than just adware.

Phishing 98

Phishing Malware Mobile Adware 98

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

This article does a good job of updating the variant that targets devices made my Taiwanese company QNAP. Here's an article we ran in February about a Deadbolt decryption key being released. The Yanluowang group is linked to "Evil Corp," the Lapsus$ gang (responsible for a recent Uber attack ), and FiveHands malware.

Hacking 97

Hacking Adware Ransomware Retail 97

Trend Micro

JUNE 22, 2021

While investigating samples of NukeSped, a remote access trojan (RAT), Trend Micro came across several Bundlore adware samples using the same fileless routine that was spotted in NukeSped.

Adware 113

Adware Malware 113

CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

To read this article in full, please click here Instead, the most dangerous threats come from a set of known, mature tools and tactics that an entire ecosystem of cybercriminals rely upon to take in billions of dollars a year."

Adware 74

Adware Scams Malware Ransomware 74

Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2022

The threat actor chose to promote a legitimate security product in this case, but might as well have led visitors to potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), adware, or tech support scams. As we reported in the past, adware , search hijackers , and PUP families have added push notifications as one of their attack vectors. drakefollow[.]com

Adware 120

Adware Scams Internet Internet 120

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The SiteLock support teams are always encountering new types of malware. Where Was This New Malware Discovered? End Result Of The Injected Malware. SiteLock implemented a malware signature for the infection, which was added to our database of identified malware and is used by SMART (Secure Malware Automatic Removal Tool).

Malware 52

Malware Adware Media 52

Hacker's King

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In this article, we are going learn what is malware, how many types of malware and how to do analysis on malware. In today’s digital landscape, the threat of malware is ever-present. Open-source tools for malware analysis have become essential allies in this ongoing battle.

Malware 59

Malware Cybersecurity Engineering Antivirus 59

Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

Data breaches 98

Data breaches Artificial Intelligence Cybercrime Adware 98

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? If a “Not Secure” warning appears on your browser when you visit a website, it is not necessarily affected by malware. Anti-Malware Software. Why is Your Digital Identity Important? Public Wi-Fi Networks.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

Social Engineering 98

Social Engineering Data breaches Ransomware Cybercrime 98

SecureList

JULY 21, 2021

This article contains some analytical findings from Managed Detection and Response (MDR) operations during Q4 2020. According to the MDR incident severity classification, High-severity incidents are related to human-driven attacks or malware outbreaks with a high impact. Malware with critical impact. What is Kaspersky MDR.

Social Engineering 120

Social Engineering Engineering Adware Technology 120

Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2022

It scans your computer and other gadgets for viruses, adware and other malware you may inadvertently come across as you browse the web, download software or open email attachments. With that in mind, do you still need to buy antivirus software to protect your computer systems and data? What Does Antivirus Protection Do? .

Antivirus 105

Antivirus Software Identity Theft Adware 105

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 20, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore the different types of spyware and how you can detect them on your computer. Adware- Adware is a type of spyware that displays unwanted advertisements on your computer. Adware can also track your browsing history and search queries to display ads that are more relevant to your interests.

Adware 52

Adware Spyware Antivirus Passwords 52

Trend Micro

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Linkury Adware Caught Distributing Full-Blown Malware and Cross-Platform Modular Glupteba Malware Uses ManageX.

Adware 40

Adware Malware 40

eSecurity Planet

JULY 31, 2024

AV software blocks malware, EPP passively prevents threats, and EDR actively mitigates network attacks. Identifies and eliminates known malware. Limited to blocking, quarantining, and removing discovered malware. When threats circumvent EPP’s preventative procedures, EDR is frequently paired with EPP to control the damage.

Antivirus 117

Antivirus Threat Detection Malware Software 117

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

In a recent article , RiskIQ researchers unravelled a large part of the infrastructure used by Magecart Group 8 and how they migrated to different hosts in particular Flowspec and OVH over time. The RiskIQ article describes this part of the infrastructure in great details. com google-adware[.]com Part 1: Flowspec and OVH.

Adware 122

Adware Phishing Ransomware Malware 122

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 25, 2024

They monitor URLs, detect malware, and scan for viruses, while also operating as online proxies with advanced features such as AML, sandboxing, and web isolation. SWGs improve network security through key features, including URL filtering, malware protection, DLP, app control, SSL/TLS inspection, and bandwidth management.

Firewall 62

Firewall Architecture Malware Internet 62

Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

In this article, we will take a detailed look at how ransomware makes its way into your network and onto your computer and see how you can defend your data assets! Step 3 Once the malware has found a vulnerability, the exploit kit will inject a malicious code there and download ransomware on your system. Step 2 You click on this ad.

Ransomware 83

Ransomware Passwords Encryption Phishing 83

Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Don’t worry, there are solutions that can make your life easier – we speak about them as a part of a strong multilayer ransomware protection strategy we talk about in this article. And yet, an antivirus program is a necessary line of defense that secures your devices from viruses, adware, worms, trojans, and others.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Backups Antivirus Firewall 52

Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

In this article, we will take a look at cyber security awareness across an SMB organization. These can include viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware. Malware Including Ransomware Ransomware is tremendously concerning as it can literally shut down an entire corporation in little time. However, this is simply not true.

Security Awareness 70

Security Awareness Wireless Ransomware Passwords 70

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Malware, short for “malicious software,” is any unwanted software on your computer that, more often than not, is designed to inflict damage. Since the early days of computing, a wide range of malware types with varying functions have emerged. Jump ahead: Adware. Best Practices to Defend Against Malware.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

SecureList

AUGUST 12, 2021

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 119,252 unique users. In Q2 2021, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 119,252 unique users. Number of unique users attacked by financial malware, Q2 2021 ( download ).

Adware 115

Adware Ransomware Malware IoT 115

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.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

What is Malware? . Malware is an umbrella term used to describe any malicious software designed to harm, exploit, or extract sensitive data from a system, device, or network. In this article, we’ll discuss: . Why do Cybercriminals Use Malware? How does Malware Spread? Types of Malware. Infected Apps.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Spyware Advertising 98

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.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

Malwarebytes

JULY 16, 2021

The rest of this article will reference scareware programs which are intended to be malicious. This means asking for payment, locking devices, or acting in a malware-like manner. Scareware is primarily used to panic or worry someone into performing a task they otherwise wouldn’t have done.

Social Engineering 124

Social Engineering Software Malware Engineering 124

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Currently, at a value of approximately $60,000, cybercriminals have adapted their malware to monitor the operating system’s clipboard and redirect funds to addresses under their control. News broke in January of the FreakOut malware that attacks Linux devices. 2021 saw the appearance of two new botnets.

Cryptocurrency 141

Cryptocurrency Banking Cybercrime Ransomware 141