Hot for Security

MAY 4, 2021

In other words, successful exploitation of either bug may enable a bad actor to run malware on unpatched iDevices and steal data (including passwords or financial information), impersonate the user by performing account takeover, etc. How to patch now. Apple in 2021 is off to a bad start security-wise. The flaw is patched in macOS 11.3,

VPN 144

VPN Adware Engineering Malware 144

SecureList

AUGUST 23, 2021

We examined malware and unwanted software disguised as popular PC and mobile games. We also looked in greater detail at some of the strains of malware being distributed and the dangers they pose for users. Gathering secrets from browsers, crypto wallets and other applications, this malware affected users in forty-five countries.

Adware 112

Adware Mobile Phishing Malware 112

SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Attempts to run malware designed to steal money via online access to bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 118,099 users. At the end of last year, the number of users attacked by malware designed to steal money from bank accounts gradually decreased, a trend that continued in Q1 2021. Attack geography.

Mobile 87

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 87

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

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Our investigation encompassed attacks that involved threats disguised as game apps, mods and cheats, and features analysis of some of the most active malware families operating in this domain. The most common threat was Downloaders (89.70%), followed by Adware (5.25%) and Trojans (2.39%).

Mobile 91

Mobile Phishing Accountability Scams 91

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In this report, we provide the latest statistics on cyberthreats to gamers, as well as detailed information on the most widespread and dangerous types of malware that players must be aware of. TOP 5 mobile games used as a lure for distribution of malware and unwanted software, by users, from July 1, 2021 through June, 30 2022.

Mobile 96

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability 96

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan. DLP is included in the organization policy, but individuals must also use this strategy to keep all data safe during ransomware or malware attack. Identity check – a set of actions (a password, a fingerprint, or a face scan) designed for verification of someone’s identity.

Passwords 40

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Just 15 percent of people use a password manager. Just 35 percent of people have unique passwords for most or all of their accounts. Create and store unique passwords for each account with the help of a password manager Strong passwords are a two-part problem: They must be unique for every online account, and they must be remembered.

Password Management 137

Password Management Passwords Antivirus Accountability 137

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Anyone who has used a computer for any significant length of time has probably at least heard of malware. Malware has been present in the digital space since the 1980s, with early prank malware like the Morris Worm or the (c)Brain. However, malware is not quite as amusing in a modern context. How Does Malware Work?

Malware 69

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 69

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. Geography of financial malware attacks. Country*. %**.

Adware 91

Adware Malware Ransomware IoT 91

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Threat actors can develop fake mobile apps to install adware, steal PII and financial data, extract cookies and credentials, and download further payloads (such as spyware) from a remote-controlled domain. Stolen credentials can be obtained in a myriad of ways, including social engineering and malware deployment.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Media Social Engineering Mobile 52

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Rootkits are malware implants that are installed deep in the operating system. However, on one of the infected machines, we found malware that we think is probably related to CosmicStrand. This malware creates a user named “aaaabbbb” in the operating system with local administrator rights. Other malware.

Malware 100

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 100

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Recent research by Positive Technologies looked at the cyber threat landscape during Q2 2021 and found that ransomware attacks reached “stratospheric” levels, accounting for 69% of all malware attacks, a huge jump from 39% in Q2 2020. Detect compromised accounts, insider threats, and malware. EnigmaSoft. File scanning.

Ransomware 102

Ransomware VPN Backups Malware 102

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 107,848 unique users. In Q1 2022 Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of malware designed to steal money from bank accounts on the computers of 107,848 unique users. Country*. %**. Turkmenistan.

Mobile 96

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 96

SecureList

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With millions of new users on streaming platforms, cyberattackers have recognized this heightened demand and seek to take advantage of it by distributing streaming phishing scams and spreading malware under the guise of users’ favorite shows. Malware and riskware instead of streaming. Methodology. Amazon Prime Video.

Phishing 93

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 93

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 99,989 unique users. Number of users attacked by banking malware. In Q3 2022, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 99,989 unique users.

Mobile 83

Mobile Malware Ransomware IoT 83

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 104,257 unique users. In Q3 2021, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 104,257 unique users. Geography of financial malware attacks. Country*. %**.

Malware 89

Malware Adware Ransomware IoT 89

SecureList

JUNE 7, 2023

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 106,863 unique users. Financial threats Financial threat statistics In Q1 2023, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 106,863 unique users. 2 Afghanistan 4.6

Mobile 63

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 63

Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

It can be your login and password to your Office 365 or G Suite or some other information. Step 3 Once the malware has found a vulnerability, the exploit kit will inject a malicious code there and download ransomware on your system. To do that, a hacker tries as many passwords as possible, using special software. Renewability.

Ransomware 83

Ransomware Passwords Encryption Phishing 83

Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

The information the attacker is looking to gain could be login information, names, titles, phone numbers, banking information, or many other types of personally identifiable information. These can include viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware. What do some of these dangerous behaviors include?

Security Awareness 70

Security Awareness Wireless Ransomware Passwords 70

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

In this simple environment network security followed a simple protocol: Authenticate the user : using a computer login (username + password) Check the user’s permissions: using Active Directory or a similar Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) Enable communication with authorized network resources (servers, printers, etc.)

Network Security 84

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 84

SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

According to our telemetry, cybercriminals were actively trying to masquerade their malware as popular messengers and online conference applications that were used by remote workers to replace offline communications. Whereas in the mailshots above, only a username and password were asked for, in later ones, a phone number was also requested.

Scams 57

Scams Passwords Phishing Internet 57

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Attempts to run malware for stealing money from online bank accounts were stopped on the computers of 76,551 unique users. Financial threats Financial threat statistics In Q3 2023, Kaspersky solutions blocked the launch of at least one piece of banking malware on the computers of 76,551 unique users. 2 Turkmenistan 3.5

Mobile 74

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 74