SecureList

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Figures of the year In 2022, Kaspersky mobile products and technology detected: 1,661,743 malicious installers 196,476 new mobile banking Trojans 10,543 new mobile ransomware Trojans Trends of the year Mobile attacks leveled off after decreasing in the second half of 2021 and remained around the same level throughout 2022. percentage points.

Mobile 140

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 140

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

In 2020, Kaspersky mobile products and technologies detected: 5,683,694 malicious installation packages, 156,710 new mobile banking Trojans, 20,708 new mobile ransomware Trojans. The word “covid” in various combinations was typically used in the names of packages hiding spyware and banking Trojans, adware or Trojan droppers.

Mobile 145

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 145

SecureList

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

million malware, adware, and riskware attacks. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 40.8% The year’s trends Malware, adware, and riskware attacks on mobile devices dipped in February, only to rise steadily until the end of the year. By contrast, adware activity on user devices increased. 14.82 -1.81

Mobile 132

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 132

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In the latest report released by Avast, it was revealed that ransomware spreading hackers were constantly targeting elderly people and youngsters were being lured into Instagram or TikTok scams. million ransomware attacks on desktops. million harmful downloads leading to social engineering attacks from January to October 2021.

Scams 117

Scams Ransomware Identity Theft Adware 117

SecureList

AUGUST 15, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2022: 5,520,908 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 25.28% of all threats detected. Number of attacks targeting users of Kaspersky mobile solutions, Q1 2020 — Q2 2022 ( download ). Quarterly highlights.

Mobile 136

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 136

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2022: A total of 5,623,670 mobile malware, adware, and riskware attacks were blocked. 438,035 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 35,060 packages were related to mobile banking Trojans, 2,310 packages were mobile ransomware Trojans. AdWare, the ex-leader, moved 2.5

Mobile 121

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 121

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2021: 9,599,519 malware, adware and riskware attacks on mobile devices were prevented. 676,190 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 12,097 packages were related to mobile banking Trojans; 6,157 packages were mobile ransomware Trojans. Quarterly highlights.

Mobile 128

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 128

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2024: 7 million attacks using malware, adware or unwanted mobile software were blocked. A total of 367,418 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 13,013 packages were for mobile banking Trojans; 1,392 packages were for mobile ransomware Trojans.

Mobile 101

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 101

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2022: 6,463,414 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. 516,617 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 53,947 packages were related to mobile banking trojans, and 1,942 packages were mobile ransomware trojans. Quarterly highlights. Verdict. %*.

Mobile 126

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 126

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

million attacks using malware, adware, or unwanted mobile software were blocked. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 46% of all threats detected. Over 389,000 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 11,729 packages were related to mobile banking Trojans, 1,990 packages were mobile ransomware Trojans.

Mobile 107

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 107

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

. “However, our investigation almost immediately revealed that this malware, whatever it was, did not exhibit the behaviors that we’ve come to expect from the usual adware that so often targets macOS systems.” The adware writes each of its components out line by line with JavaScript commands. ” concludes the report.

Malware 145

Malware Adware Antivirus DDOS 145

Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2024

As revealed in our 2024 ThreatDown State of Malware report, a full 11% of all detections recorded by Malwarebytes on Mac computers in 2023 were for different variants of malware—the catch-all term that cybersecurity researchers use to refer to ransomware, trojans, info stealers, worms, viruses, and more.

Malware 141

Malware Adware Ransomware Social Engineering 141

CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In its newly released annual State of Malware report , cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes selected five threats that they consider to be archetypes for some of the most common malware families observed in 2022: LockBit ransomware The Emotet botnet The SocGholish drive-by download Android droppers macOS Genio adware "Protecting your business for the rest (..)

Adware 122

Adware Scams Malware Ransomware 122

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Ransomware is everywhere these days, striking fear into the hearts of IT and business managers alike. And studies support that perception, showing ransomware growing in both prevalence and effectiveness. Best Ransomware Removal Tools. Here we’ll focus on removal tools. Protect against cloud threats and misconfiguration.

Ransomware 109

Ransomware Backups Malware VPN 109

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Almost 86,000 users encountered ransomware attacks. Nearly 12% of all ransomware victims whose data was published on DLSs (data leak sites) were affected by the Play ransomware group. According to Dutch police, the arrested individual was directly involved in at least one attack using the Conti ransomware in 2021.

Mobile 110

Mobile Antivirus Adware Ransomware 110

SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Ransomware attacks were defeated on the computers of 91,841 unique users. Number of unique users attacked by financial malware, Q1 2021 ( download ). Geography of financial malware attacks, Q1 2021 ( download ). Ransomware programs. New additions to the ransomware arsenal. Financial threats. Attack geography.

Mobile 107

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 107

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As some hackers have developed a malware that uses code signing certificates to avoid detection by security defenses and has the tendency to download payloads onto a compromised system. Interestingly, the malware is found using a code signing certificate from Sectigo, a cybersecurity company that offers digital identity solutions.

Malware 124

Malware Adware Security Defenses Spyware 124

SecureList

JUNE 7, 2023

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2023: 4,948,522 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 34.8% Quarterly highlights Malware, adware and unwanted software attacks on mobile devices were down slightly year-on-year. 13.27 -3.24

Mobile 89

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 89

Security Affairs

APRIL 18, 2022

Below is the description for the marketplace: “There you can buy or download for free private and compromising data of your competitors. Some data dumps are available on Industrial Spy for free, they were likely downloaded from the leak sites of ransomware gangs or other hacking forums.

Adware 138

Adware Malware Hacking Accountability 138

SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2023: A total of 5,704,599 mobile malware, adware, and riskware attacks were blocked. A total of 370,327 malicious installation packages were detected, of which: 59,167 packages were related to mobile banking Trojans, 1318 packages were mobile ransomware Trojans.

Mobile 98

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 98

Security Affairs

MARCH 13, 2021

XCSSET is a Mac malware that was discovered by Trend Micro in August 2020, it was spreading through Xcode projects and exploits two zero-day vulnerabilities to steal sensitive information from target systems and launch ransomware attacks. The malware also implements ransomware behavior, it is able to encrypt files and display a ransom note.

Malware 124

Malware Adware Architecture Antivirus 124

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

It's almost impossible to keep up with the number of news items that come out daily about new or emerging ransomware or cyber threats or respectable companies that had eye-opening breaches. Deadbolt ransomware variant. The Yanluowang ransomware gang. Google Play and Apple Store caught in adware scheme.

Hacking 98

Hacking Adware Ransomware Malware 98

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

More than 83,000 users experienced ransomware attacks, with 20% of all victims published on ransomware gangs’ DLSs (data leak sites) hit by LockBit. The group also posted a message offering the source code for their ransomware for $5 million. More than 394,000 users encountered miners.

Mobile 112

Mobile Ransomware Adware IoT 112

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Ransomware attacks were defeated on the computers of 46,872 unique users. Ransomware programs Quarterly trends and highlights Vulnerability exploitation In Q3, ransomware groups were detected exploiting vulnerabilities in various server software. Ramnit 34.0 2 Zbot/Zeus Trojan-Banker.Win32.Zbot 3 Emotet Trojan-Banker.Win32.Emotet

Mobile 114

Mobile Ransomware Malware IoT 114

SecureList

JUNE 5, 2025

Nearly 12,000 new ransomware variants were detected. More than 85,000 users experienced ransomware attacks. RansomHub was involved in attacks on 11% of all ransomware victims whose data was published on data leak sites (DLSs). Slightly under 11% encountered the Akira and Clop ransomware. Almost 315,000 users faced miners.

Mobile 85

Mobile Adware Ransomware IoT 85

Hot for Security

MAY 4, 2021

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Adware 144

Adware VPN Engineering Malware 144

Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Ransomware is a sly, silent, and vicious criminal. But how do you get ransomware in the first place? This is what you, a potential ransomware victim, need to know to protect your data and your business in 2020. How Do You Get Ransomware: Key Points So, where do you get ransomware from? Weird sender address.

Ransomware 83

Ransomware Passwords Encryption Phishing 83

Webroot

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Some of the many forms of malware include: Ransomware : Prevents you from accessing your files, devices or network unless you pay money. Adware : Installs itself on your device and displays unwanted online advertisements and pop-ups. Don’t download software unless it is from a website you know and trust.

Malware 116

Malware Backups Adware Ransomware 116

SecureList

JUNE 5, 2025

Non-mobile statistics Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in the first quarter of 2025: A total of 12 million attacks on mobile devices involving malware, adware, or unwanted apps were blocked. Trojans, the most common mobile threat, accounted for 39.56% of total detected threats.

Mobile 84

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 84

Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2023

A lot of people will only ever use Microsoft's default Edge browser to download another browser they'd rather use. Last year, Chrome made some changes to how you go about making it your default browser, after you've downloaded it with Edge. Malwarebytes removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected.

Adware 98

Adware Software Media Ransomware 98

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

This week, VMware and Microsoft warned of an ongoing, widespread Chromeloader malware campaign that is dropping malicious browser extensions, node-WebKit malware, and ransomware. This attack chain starts with an ISO file that’s downloaded when a user clicks malicious ads or YouTube comments. ” concludes VMware.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Ransomware Security Intelligence 98

CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In its newly released annual State of Malware report , cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes selected five threats that they consider to be archetypes for some of the most common malware families observed in 2022: LockBit ransomware The Emotet botnet The SocGholish drive-by download Android droppers macOS Genio adware "Protecting your business for the rest (..)

Adware 74

Adware Scams Malware Ransomware 74

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2021

Check Point published mobile security research showing that 46% of respondents experienced employees downloading at least one malicious app during 2020. Adware : Though not all security professionals consider adware malicious, this threat category presents users with unwanted advertisements and may track their activities without consent.

Mobile 104

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 104

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The main purpose of CosmicStrand is to download a malicious program at startup, which then performs the tasks set by the attackers. Andariel deploys DTrack and Maui ransomware. When the attackers find noteworthy data, the Maui ransomware is deployed – it is typically detected on targeted hosts 10 hours after the activation of DTrack.

Malware 118

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 118

SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Judging from the main features of the P8RAT and SodaMaster backdoors, we believe these modules are downloaders responsible for downloading further malware which we have so far been unable to obtain. It then downloads and installs the miner. Ransomware encrypting virtual hard disks. Other malware.

Malware 135

Malware Adware Encryption Architecture 135

Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2022

At the core of the MRG-Effitas certification process—which tests how products respond to known exploits, ransomware, botnets, adware, and more—is the user. “A Ransomware simulations. In just the past decade, ransomware has evolved tremendously. The malware load used during the 360° Assessment is significant.

Adware 82

Adware Ransomware Banking Malware 82

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

To set such a stratagem in motion, cybercriminals poison legitimate websites with ads that lead to shady URLs or download malicious code camouflaged as something harmless. If a user gets on the hook, they are redirected to a landing page or prompted to download an ostensibly innocuous file.

Cybercrime 109

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 109