Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. However, while the benefits of the internet are never-ending, it’s also important to understand the risks involved so you can help avoid exposing your sensitive information to untrusted environments. The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. A common example is phishing.

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Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The predictions, based on our extensive experience, help individuals and businesses improve their cybersecurity and prevent the vast range of possible risks. Moreover, the ransomware gang ransomExx also abuses open source software by recompiling it to load a malicious shellcode; Notepad++ was also used in one of their attacks.

Cryptocurrency 91

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 91

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

These malicious apps constitute a risk for customers and developers alike—and they can be easily found online using the most common search engines. 100% NOT a pyramid scheme Social media pages are not the only concern when it comes to brand and logo theft.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Media Social Engineering Mobile 52

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

At its core, malware exploits existing network, device, or user vulnerabilities , posing as little a risk as annoying advertisements to the much more damaging demand for millions of dollars in ransom. Jump ahead: Adware. Ransomware. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

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.

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Ransomware Passwords Encryption Phishing 83

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. Ransomware. What is Malware . Common types.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Andariel deploys DTrack and Maui ransomware. On 6 July, the US CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency) published an alert in which they accused North Korean state-sponsored threat actors of using the Maui ransomware to target the US healthcare sector. The group delivers its malware using social engineering.

Malware 104

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 104

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. Ransomware. What is Malware? Common Types of Malware.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

These can include viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware. However, the most alarming of the malicious payloads that can potentially be delivered to an end-user is ransomware. The ransomware threat is not going away any time soon.

Security Awareness 70

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