Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

A vulnerability in WhatsApp allegedly allows threat actors to install spyware onto iPhones. It can intercept messages, perform keylogging activities, steal Google Authentication codes, and it even enables its authors to take full remote control of a user’s phone. Other attack avenues include so-called free antivirus apps.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Google's reCAPTCHA is not only useless, it's also basically spyware Techspot This study demonstrates Google's reCAPTCHA v2 and v3 are flawed and don't actually keep out bots. When exploited, an authenticated attacker could elevate to SYSTEM level privileges. This has been exploited in the wild as a zero-day. CVE-2025-21391.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Use antivirus software that can detect and block malware. Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible that requires you to enter an additional code after entering your password. You should scan your computer with antivirus software to ensure no spyware or keylogger malware is present.

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Vipre

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Antivirus software. With VIPRE, your computer will be guarded with a number of Antivirus features, including real time scans and malware, spyware, and ransomware detection and removal. While VIPRE’s Antivirus protection is comprehensive, you still remain a crucial component of virus prevention.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. Crimeware and spyware.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. It's also imperative to verify website authenticity before interacting with its content. A DNS firewall and a classic antivirus are somewhat underused yet effective security tools that will come in handy.

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Malware Cybercriminals can use malware like spyware to break into your phone or computer and potentially steal your banking details. Another security measure to consider is using two-factor authentication, essentially providing two methods of logging in to ensure that the right person is logging in.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2021

Authentication attacks : Many different types of authentication attacks aim to steal user credentials or trick users into inputting their credentials into a fraudulent web page or app. Mobile malware solutions, much like their desktop counterparts, do anti-virus and anti-spyware/adware scanning. Mobile attacks beyond malware.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 1, 2023

Phishing attacks on Android and iOS range from email to banking, SMS (smishing), and even attempting to trick users into handing over legitimate two-factor authentication codes. In fact, Zimperium found the number of phishing sites that target mobile devices specifically has seen 50 percent growth from 2019-2021.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Enable two-factor authentication on all your accounts to significantly impede anyone attempting unauthorized access. Spyware can be loaded onto your machine to log all your keystrokes. Never use the same password for multiple accounts. Install Anti-Malware Software. Malware is a crucial tool used to carry out account takeover attacks.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 10, 2023

Or even scarier—a backdoor could be placed or a nefarious piece of spyware. Some even try to con users into giving up legit two-factor authentication codes. This could be any other type of malware, such as HiddenAds or Adware to generate money by ads-per-click.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A zero-day exploit is a type of cyberattack that takes advantage of a security weakness in software that the developer or antivirus programs don’t know about yet. A related threat is zero-day malware , which is a virus that antivirus software can’t detect yet because it doesn’t have the necessary signatures to block it.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Sophos: Noted that 43% of all 2023 malware signature updates are for stealers, spyware, and keyloggers often used to steal credentials from devices. Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

Email Authentication Protocols: SPF, DKIM, DMARC The three mutually-reinforcing email authentication protocols, Sender Policy Framework (SPF), DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM), and Domain-based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC) verify the authenticity of emails.

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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.)

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

We normalize the use of surveilling and tracking young people through "parentware" or spyware (software which allows someone to see what someone else is doing on their device) and apps which enable the tracking of someone's location. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all sites and devices where it is offered.

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Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2021

There are several ways for cybercriminals to acquire someone else’s API keys without installing malware or spyware on their device. Similarly to ENV files, files stored in public code repositories can contain exposed authentication tokens. Install and update antivirus software from a well-known vendor.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Key features of network security: Network monitoring and management tools Access control and authentication systems Data encryption and decryption methods Firewall technology Regular security audits 2. IAM includes various security measures such as user authentication, authorization, and access control.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Integration with security suites: Host-based firewalls can be used with antivirus and other security technologies to provide layered protection against cyber attacks. When paired with IPsec, it enables authentication for secure communication and Network Location Awareness, hence improving defense against potential attacks.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In 2022, the GReAT team tracked several threat actors leveraging SilentBreak’s toolset as well as a commercial Android spyware we named MagicKarakurt. Okta is a widely used authentication services provider, and it is safe to assume that a hacker controlling their network would be able to infect any of their customers.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Although beyond the scope of the network, effective network security relies upon the effective authentication of the user elsewhere in the security stack. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) : In today’s ransomware-riddled environment, two-factor authentication should also be considered a minimum requirement for all forms of remote access.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Security Antivirus – software that scans a device or a network to detect security threats, alert you, and neutralize malicious code. Authenticator – a method of how a user can prove his/her identity to a system. The most widespread spyware are keyloggers and trojans. It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

All of them were ordinary people using our free antivirus solution, seemingly unconnected with any organization of interest to a sophisticated attacker of this kind. We identified targets of CosmicStrand, which we attribute to an unknown Chinese-speaking threat actor, in China, Vietnam, Iran and Russia.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

How to Protect Against Social Engineering Attacks Organizations can protect themselves against social engineering attacks by educating employees about the risks, enabling multi-factor authentication, and implementing security policies that require verification of any requests for sensitive information or actions.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. Additional features of botnets include spam, ad and click fraud, and spyware. If your antivirus software fails to notice a new strain, you can reinstall the browser. Jump ahead: Adware. Bots and botnets. Browser hijacker. Malicious mobile app. RAM scraper.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. 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). Don’t worry though.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. 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). Don’t worry though.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Initial NCSAM efforts included urging people connected to the internet to update their antivirus software regularly. In addition, antivirus software detects and removes malware, spyware and any other malicious software that could potentially impact your business. Always use multifactor authentication.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

To complete the booking, the scammers requested bank card details, claiming that a certain sum would be temporarily blocked on the account to verify the card’s authenticity. Interestingly, one of the peaks in email antivirus detections occurred in Aprilin contrast to 2023, when this month had the lowest malicious activity.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2025

CISA adds ASUS RT-AX55 devices, Craft CMS, and ConnectWise ScreenConnect flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Android banking trojan Crocodilus rapidly evolves and goes global Google fixed the second actively exploited Chrome zero-day since the start of the year Cryptojacking campaign relies on DevOps tools Hacking Qualcomm fixed three (..)

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