SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Data from the Brazilian Federation of Banks registered a considerable increase in crime (such as explosions at bank branches to steal money) and cybercrime (increased phishing and social-engineering attacks) against banking customers and banking infrastructure. ” Mobile banking Trojans on the rise.

Cryptocurrency 104

Cryptocurrency Banking Cybercrime Ransomware 104

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.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Media Social Engineering Mobile 52

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 96

Mobile Passwords Software Accountability 96

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

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. 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). Common types.

Cyber threats 114

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 114

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. 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). Common Types of Malware.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Non-mobile statistics. Mobile statistics. The group delivers its malware using social engineering. The top five mobile games used as a lure to target gamers were Minecraft, Roblox, Grand Theft Auto, PUBG and FIFA. From January 2020 to June 2022, adware hiding in browser extensions affected more than 4.3

Malware 100

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 100

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. Mobile Threats. Malvertising/Dishonest links. Links on jackstream.

Scams 115

Scams Mobile Social Engineering Advertising 115

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. This isn’t quite the same as a legitimate piece of software, such as a mobile game from a reputable developer, coming packed with online ads. Want to Learn More About Malware?

Malware 75

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 75

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 99

Malware Encryption Mobile Accountability 99

SecureList

AUGUST 12, 2021

The Trojan may also use social engineering to convince victims to download a smartphone app. The incident seems to be similar to what happened with CamScanner , when the app’s developer implemented an adware SDK from an unverified source. In early April, we discovered malicious code in version 3.17.18

Ransomware 134

Ransomware Malware Banking Encryption 134

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. Popular shows as a lure. Further analysis of the streaming threat landscape showed that cybercriminals are actively using certain shows and series as bait. Conclusion and recommendations.

Phishing 94

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 94