SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This spyware is notable for requesting an administrator password through osascript, displaying a phishing window. Other common threats include adware and fake “system optimizers” that demand money to “fix” nonexistent issues. Attackers regularly update and repackage this Trojan to avoid detection.

Mobile 114

Mobile Antivirus Adware Ransomware 114

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

Mobile statistics IT threat evolution Q1 2024. Non-mobile statistics The statistics presented here are based on detection verdicts by Kaspersky products and services received from users who consented to providing statistical data. IT threat evolution Q1 2024 IT threat evolution Q1 2024. AdWare.OSX.Amc.e Trojan.OSX.Agent.gen 5.35

Mobile 116

Mobile Ransomware Adware IoT 116

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 11, 2021

So, just by simply following the below steps, you can not only secure your smart phone from hacking campaigns, but also keep it free from adware or mining malware. 1- Always use a 4 digit or a 6 digit password to lock the phone as it helps in keeping the data out of reach of unwanted minds.

Adware 128

Adware Spyware Antivirus Passwords 128

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Earlier this week, security researchers reported on a trending adware infection known as Fireball. The Fireball adware is being distributed via freeware software installers through a method known as bundling. The potential for mobilization on this scale means it’s as important as ever to ensure tight security on all of your systems.

Adware 52

Adware Software Passwords Internet 52

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Network threats in Q3 2023 are mainly brute-force password attacks on MSSQL and RDP services. Adware programs and fake system accelerators remained the main threat to macOS users in Q3. against the previous quarter. The Android platform (4.70%) rounds out the TOP 3: exploits for it were up by 0.37 against the previous period.

Mobile 121

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 121

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Former NSA white hat hacker Patrick Wardle reported last week that Trend Micro apps were also collecting users’ personal data including their browsing history and then uploaded that data in a password-protected archive to a server. And what do you think that might be? If you guessed the history.zip file you would be correct!”

Adware 109

Adware Data collection Advertising Antivirus 109

Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Its a top-end, true all-in-one offering based on a new platform that combines antivirus, password manager, identity protection, VPN, backup, and parental controls. Effective security software shields you from worms, trojans, adware , and more. Protecting privacy is a top priority for families facing growing threats.

Identity Theft 70

Identity Theft Backups Antivirus Encryption 70

Hot for Security

MAY 4, 2021

Apple this week issued out-of-band updates for mobile customers to patch two zero-day vulnerabilities that let attackers execute remote code on their iDevices. The Cupertino-based tech giant says criminals “may” have already exploited the flaws. Available for most iDevices in circulation, iOS 14.5.1 (and and the complementary iPadOS 14.5.1)

Adware 144

Adware VPN Engineering Malware 144

SecureList

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The most common threat was Downloaders (89.70%), followed by Adware (5.25%) and Trojans (2.39%). Our mobile solutions detected 436,786 gaming-related infection attempts that affected 84,539 users. Our mobile solutions detected 436,786 gaming-related infection attempts that affected 84,539 users. billion by 2027.

Mobile 139

Mobile Phishing Accountability Scams 139

Webroot

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Antivirus programs can also protect against other malicious software like trojans, worms, adware and more. Comprehensive antivirus protection will also provide password protection for your online accounts through secure encryption. Do I really need antivirus? In a word, yes. Benefits of antivirus.

Antivirus 134

Antivirus Identity Theft Adware Internet 134

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

To make the overview more in-depth, we included both mobile and PC games. As the mobile gaming market continues to grow, we analyzed KSN data specifically on mobile threats. 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. Call of Duty.

Mobile 134

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability 134

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Modern browsers include synchronization features (like Google Chrome’s Sync ) so that all your browsers, on all your devices, share the same tabs, passwords, plugins, and other features. Microsoft Edge can synchronize your favorites, passwords, and other browser data—including payment information—across all your signed-in devices.

Risk 130

Risk Passwords Adware Accountability 130

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. Magecart attackers target mobile users of hotel chain booking websites. Two selfie Android adware apps with 1.5M+ downloads removed from Play Store. A bug in Instagram exposed user accounts and phone numbers.

Adware 82

Adware Password Management Advertising Hacking 82

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Strange Pop-Up Window Messages Unwanted pop-up advertisements or messages that display even while you are not surfing the internet might indicate the presence of adware or other types of malware. Log on to your Mac by entering your device password. Remove Pop-Up Ads Pop-up ads are often a result of adware, a type of malware.

Malware 108

Malware Antivirus Adware Software 108

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Non-mobile statistics. Mobile statistics. The attackers compress stolen files into encrypted and password-protected ZIP archives. The top five mobile games used as a lure to target gamers were Minecraft, Roblox, Grand Theft Auto, PUBG and FIFA. IT threat evolution in Q3 2022. IT threat evolution in Q3 2022. Other malware.

Malware 123

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 123

SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Most malicious objects detected for the macOS platform are adware. You can read our analysis of a new adware program called Convuster here. Some of the data could be used directly – for example, contact information, tax documents and medical records (or access to them through saved passwords). Secondhand news.

Malware 140

Malware Adware Encryption Architecture 140

Elie

MARCH 10, 2018

tokens are the de facto standard for granting apps and devices restricted access to online accounts without sharing passwords and with a limited set of privileges. SnapPea adware. A few months after SnapPea appeared, Cheetah Mobile uncovered. What are Oauth tokens? Ghost Push the role model. Ghost Push.

Malware 107

Malware Adware Accountability Backups 107

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

In 2022, Kaspersky security solutions detected 1,661,743 malware or unwanted software installers, targeting mobile users. Conclusion and recommendations We continuously monitor the mobile threat landscape to keep our users safe and informed of the most important developments. If some app urges you to do it, it is most likely infected.

Malware 135

Malware Encryption Accountability Mobile 135

Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Hold training sessions to help employees manage passwords and identify phishing attempts. Ransomware is a type of malware, but others exist, including spyware, adware, bots and Trojans. Businesses are vulnerable to data theft, especially if employees are using unsecure mobile devices to share or access company data.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity DDOS Small Business Phishing 98

Elie

MARCH 10, 2018

tokens are the de facto standard for granting apps and devices restricted access to online accounts without sharing passwords and with a limited set of privileges. SnapPea adware. A few months after SnapPea appeared, Cheetah Mobile uncovered. What are Oauth tokens? Ghost Push the role model. Ghost Push.

Malware 91

Malware Adware Accountability Backups 91

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 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98

Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

And yet, an antivirus program is a necessary line of defense that secures your devices from viruses, adware, worms, trojans, and others. Weak authentication practices like the lack of a strong password policy and two-step verification make it a piece of cake for a hacker to penetrate your system and inject ransomware. №8.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Backups Antivirus Firewall 52

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The malicious web page where we landed after clicking on the chat box Fake mobile apps Along with a reputable domain name, most organizations have now developed their own mobile app, used to communicate with customers, create engagement, and foster brand loyalty. Be careful with what information is shared online or on social media.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Media Social Engineering Mobile 52

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

Non-mobile statistics. Mobile statistics. When it comes to network threats, this quarter continued to show how cybercriminals often resort to the technique of brute-forcing passwords to gain unauthorized access to various network services, the most popular of which are MSSQL, RDP and SMB. IT threat evolution in Q1 2022.

Mobile 137

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 137

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Non-mobile statistics. Mobile statistics. The former threatened files accessible from the internet over SMB protocol and protected by a weak account password. Most of the network threats detected in Q3 2022 were again attacks associated with brute-forcing passwords for Microsoft SQL Server, RDP, and other services.

Mobile 122

Mobile Malware Ransomware IoT 122

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Jump ahead: Adware. Malicious mobile app. 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. How to Defend Against Adware. Bots and botnets. Ransomware.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

SecureList

JUNE 7, 2023

Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q1 2023. Mobile statistics These statistics are based on detection verdicts of Kaspersky products and services received from users who consented to providing statistical data. Adware remained the most widespread threat to macOS users. 2 AdWare.OSX.Amc.e 3 AdWare.OSX.Pirrit.j

Mobile 99

Mobile Ransomware Malware Adware 99

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Mobile statistics. It allows an unprivileged user to copy all the registry threads, including SAM, through the shadow copy mechanism, potentially exposing passwords and other critical data. As before, server attacks relying on brute-forcing of passwords to various network services, such as MS SQL, RDP, etc., PC statistics.

Malware 139

Malware Ransomware Adware IoT 139

SecureList

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

In particular, we analyzed the number of (mobile or PC) users who encountered various streaming-related threats between January 2020 and June 2021. Just like any sign-in page, most of these ask to enter an email and password for the viewer account. A typical scenario would see a user buying access to a password-sharing account.

Phishing 127

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 127

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 75

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 75

SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Once installed, these files would primarily load Adware – programs that flooded victims’ devices with unwanted advertising and gathered their personal data for third-party use, but in particular cases the same spreading technique is used to download malicious implants for targeted espionage. Kaspersky detected 1.66

Scams 75

Scams Passwords Phishing Internet 75