Adware, Cryptocurrency, Phishing and Social Engineering

Australia Recorded the Highest Rate of iOS & Android App Threats

Appknox

JUNE 23, 2022

Anti-virus giant, Kaspersky, blocked 6,463,414 mobile malware, adware, and risk-ware attacks. Thus, these Australian attacks significantly contribute to the rising trend in socially engineered attacks. How Can Social Engineering Affect the Current State of Security in Australia?

Social Engineering

Social Engineering Mobile Scams Engineering

Cyberthreats to financial organizations in 2022

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We should expect more fraud, targeting mostly BTC , because this cryptocurrency is the most popular. In fact, from January through the end of October, Kaspersky detected more than 2,300 fraudulent global resources aimed at 85,000 potential crypto investors or users who are interested in cryptocurrency mining. Extortion on the rise.

Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency Banking Cybercrime Ransomware

Gaming-related cyberthreats in 2020 and 2021

SecureList

AUGUST 23, 2021

In this report, we cover PC and mobile threats as well as various phishing schemes that capitalize on popular games. Additionally, we checked our database for gaming-related spam campaigns and phishing schemes that are used in the wild. An overwhelming majority (83%) of files distributed under the guise of mobile games are adware.

Adware

Adware Mobile Phishing Malware

Mobile malware evolution 2020

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

In their campaigns to infect mobile devices, cybercriminals always resort to social engineering tools, the most common of these passing a malicious application off as another, popular and desirable one. Last year was notable for both malware and adware, the two very close in terms of capabilities. Trends of the year.

Mobile

Mobile Malware Adware Banking

Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2023

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Cryptocurrency targeted attacks. The cryptocurrency business continues to grow, and people continue to invest their money in this market because it’s a digital asset and all transactions occur online. More cryptocurrency-related threats: fake hardware wallets, smart contract attacks, DeFi hacks, and more.

Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking

Good game, well played: an overview of gaming-related cyberthreats in 2022

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Additionally, we looked at the phishing activity around gaming, specifically that related to cybersports tournaments, bookmakers, gaming marketplaces, and gaming platforms, and found numerous examples of scams that target gamers and esports fans. Launching the malware resulted in decryption and activation of a Trojan-stealer dubbed Taurus.

Mobile

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability

Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Jump ahead: Adware. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads. Most users are familiar with adware in the form of unclosable browser pop-ups.

Malware

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus

45 Main Cyber Security Terms Everyone Must Know

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Malware and Ransomware Adware – Software that automatically displays or downloads material when a user is offline. Hacking and Social Engineering Attack vector – a specific method used by a hacker to accomplish his malicious goal. We highlighted in red all warning signs used to identify a phishing email.

Passwords

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption

GUEST ESSAY. Everyone should grasp these facts about cyber threats that plague digital commerce

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Common types.

Cyber threats

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware

IT threat evolution Q3 2022

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

VileRAT is a Python implant, part of an evasive and highly intricate attack campaign against foreign exchange and cryptocurrency trading companies. First, the threat actor sends a spear-phishing email to the potential victim with a lure to download additional documents. The group delivers its malware using social engineering.

Malware

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency

The Most Common Types of Malware in 2021

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data.

Malware

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware

What is Malware? Definition, Purpose & Common Protections

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Easily one of the most frustrating types of malware, adware is software designed to harass users with a torrent of unwanted or malicious ads. Some signs of adware infection include: Your browser is noticeably slower than usual. Want to Learn More About Malware? Check Out How to Prevent Different Types of Malware.

Malware

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus

We explored the dangers of pirated sport streams so you don’t have to

Webroot

MAY 12, 2021

Most of these sites (more specifically the advertising on these sites) use dishonesty and social engineering to fool users into opening links, enabling an action on their browser or downloading a file they never intended to. With cryptocurrency values soaring again, executable based cryptojacking has been on the rise.”

Scams

Scams Mobile Social Engineering Advertising

Overview of Google Play threats sold on the dark web

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

The most popular application categories to hide malware and unwanted software include cryptocurrency trackers, financial apps, QR-code scanners and even dating apps. Malware and unwanted software is frequently injected into cryptocurrency trackers, financial apps, QR-code scanners and even dating apps.

Malware

Malware Encryption Mobile Accountability

Cyber Security Informer

Australia Recorded the Highest Rate of iOS & Android App Threats

Cyberthreats to financial organizations in 2022

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Gaming-related cyberthreats in 2020 and 2021

Mobile malware evolution 2020

Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2023

Good game, well played: an overview of gaming-related cyberthreats in 2022

Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

45 Main Cyber Security Terms Everyone Must Know

GUEST ESSAY. Everyone should grasp these facts about cyber threats that plague digital commerce

IT threat evolution Q3 2022

The Most Common Types of Malware in 2021

What is Malware? Definition, Purpose & Common Protections

We explored the dangers of pirated sport streams so you don’t have to

Overview of Google Play threats sold on the dark web

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