Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

Know how to distinguish between fake antivirus offers and real notifications Cybercriminals often use fake antivirus offers to trick users into downloading malware. To protect your company from these types of attacks, it is important to know how to distinguish between fake antivirus offers and real notifications.

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks Antivirus Firewall Data breaches 52

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 26, 2022

As of the publishing of this article, antivirus (AV) vendor detection for BotenaGo and its variants remains behind with very low detection coverage from most of AV vendors. In the same repository, we have found additional hacking tools collected from several different sources. Background. The original source of the code is yet unknown.

Malware 81

Malware IoT Authentication Antivirus 81

Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

Require multi-factor authentication for remote access to OT and IT networks. Update software , including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets, in a timely manner. After assessing risks, if RDP is deemed operationally necessary, restrict the originating sources and require multi-factor authentication.

Ransomware 120

Ransomware Healthcare Phishing Risk 120

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Run a complete antivirus/anti-malware scan and update software. Here are some steps to take if you’ve been hacked: Update all of your device firmware and software. There may already be a FAQ page concerning hacked or compromised accounts. Change the password if you still have access to the account.

Scams 92

Scams Banking Accountability Passwords 92

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Lace Tempest (Storm-0950, overlaps w/ FIN11, TA505) authenticates as the user with the highest privileges to exfiltrate files,” Microsoft notes. This recent exploitation expands their repertoire, highlighting their ability to hack and steal critical data through the MOVEit Transfer web applications with the LEMURLOOT web shell.

Ransomware 104

Ransomware Backups Passwords Software 104

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Use multifactor authentication where possible. Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware software on all hosts. Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware software on all hosts.

Passwords 71

Passwords Government Firmware Accountability 71

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Use Antivirus Software Antivirus software and EDR tools are critically important controls for consumers and businesses, respectively. Windows and Mac devices come with pretty good built-in antivirus software; activate it if you’re not using a paid solution from another security company.

Malware 122

Malware Antivirus Software Passwords 122

Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

Not long after, a hacking group began using the leaked source code to attack targets inside Russia , violating one of ransomware’s unspoken rules. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Accountability Technology Firmware 107

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

Advanced persistent threats come from skilled attackers possessing advanced hacking tools, sophisticated techniques, and possibly large teams. Threat groups have been tolerated in Russia, for example, in exchange for assurances that their hacking activity will be conducted in other countries. What Are APTs? Use strong passwords.

Firewall 109

Firewall Malware Phishing Software 109

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. Mobile statistics. Targeted attacks. CosmicStrand: discovery of a sophisticated UEFI rootkit.

Malware 101

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 101

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Looking back at past leaks of private companies providing such services, such as in the case of Hacking Team, we learned that many states all over the world were buying these capabilities, whether to complement their in-house technologies or as a stand-alone solution they couldn’t develop.

Firmware 106

Firmware Surveillance Mobile Telecommunications 106