Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2023

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Social Engineering 88

Social Engineering Data breaches Ransomware Cybercrime 88

SecureList

AUGUST 23, 2021

Most threats uncovered on PC and mobile devices were adware, but dangerous malware was also present: from stealers to bankers, often leading to the loss of not just credentials but money, including cryptocurrency. Another common type of software spread as games is adware, which shows illicit advertising against users’ wish.

Adware 112

Adware Mobile Phishing Malware 112

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Adware (4.19%) comes second: this type of software displays unwanted (and sometimes irritating) pop-up ads which can appear on a user’s computer or mobile device. The RedLine code specifies that, depending on the configuration the malicious software can steal passwords from browsers, cryptocurrency wallet data, and VPN client passwords.

Mobile 96

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability 96

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

For example, once it infects your device, a keylogger will start tracking every keystroke you make and sending a log of those keystrokes to the hacker, allowing them to reconstruct any sensitive information you might have entered after infection, such as your PIN, password, or social security number. Want to Learn More About Malware?

Malware 69

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 69

SecureList

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Looking for alternative sources to download a streaming app or an episode of a show, users often discover various types of malware, including Trojans, spyware and backdoors, as well as naughty applications, such as adware. Just like any sign-in page, most of these ask to enter an email and password for the viewer account.

Phishing 93

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 93

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

The binder’s main operating principle is that when the legitimate application is launched, it prompts the user to allow installation from unknown sources on a timer using social engineering, so that the bot can be installed. If the user rejects this, they receive another request after some time.

Malware 99

Malware Encryption Mobile Accountability 99