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 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

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 can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans).

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

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 can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans).

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

The TOP 20 threats to users detected by Kaspersky security solutions for macOS is usually dominated by various adware apps. The top two places in the rating were taken by adware apps from the AdWare.OSX.Pirrit family, while third place was taken by a member of the Monitor.OSX.HistGrabber.b IoT attacks. IoT threat statistics.

Mobile 136

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 136

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Speaking of the most widespread threats detected by Kaspersky security solutions for macOS, most of our Top 20 ranking positions are occupied by various adware apps. Spain and India came in second and third, with the Pirrit family adware as their prevalent threat. Among the noteworthy ones is Monitor.OSX.HistGrabber.b IoT attacks.

Malware 138

Malware Ransomware Adware IoT 138

SecureList

AUGUST 15, 2022

As usual, the TOP 20 ranking for threats detected by Kaspersky security solutions for macOS users is dominated by various adware. was the most common adware encountered in these three countries. Detailed IoT-threat statistics are published in the DDoS report for Q2 2022. AdWare.OSX.Amc.e, AdWare.OSX.Amc.e IoT attacks.

Mobile 96

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 96

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The former threatened files accessible from the internet over SMB protocol and protected by a weak account password. Threats that target NAS remain prominent, so we recommend keeping these devices inaccessible from the internet to ensure maximum safety of your data. . AdWare.OSX.Amc.e, Attacks via web resources. Bangladesh.

Mobile 120

Mobile Malware Ransomware IoT 120

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Today, malware is a common threat to the devices and data of anyone who uses the Internet. 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.

Malware 75

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 75

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

If not ransomware, then DDoS or possibly both. Botnet operators use infected devices to carry out DDoS attacks or mine cryptocurrency. Cybercriminals also found a host of new tools for amplifying DDoS attacks. Using it for trading or simply swapping is not as easy as it used to be. Extortion on the rise.

Cryptocurrency 139

Cryptocurrency Banking Ransomware Cybercrime 139