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. Comprehensive antivirus software is most effective when used in conjunction with security best practices. The post Is your whole digital life protected?

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Cisco Security

JULY 7, 2025

Skip to content Cisco Blogs / Security / Cisco Contributes to Cyber Hard Problems Report July 7, 2025 Leave a Comment Security Cisco Contributes to Cyber Hard Problems Report 6 min read Aamer Akhter While Cisco often focuses on business growth and market leadership, our most rewarding work happens when we set those metrics aside.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

phishing attacks), and their specific roles in protecting sensitive information. Endpoint Security: Utilize firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems to prevent unauthorized access. Tailor it to your organizations operations to ensure its practical and enforceable. Train Your Team Cybersecurity is a team effort.

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Webroot

JUNE 17, 2025

Phishing scams: Phishing scams that target travel-related platforms are on the rise. In 2024, the travel website booking.com reported a 500%-900% increase in travel-related phishing scams. Scammers use phony offers , manipulated destination photos, and fake confirmation links to lure victims into “purchasing” great travel deals.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 1, 2025

Beware of Phishing Scams: Phishing scams are scams that create a sense of trust in users' minds. You can avoid phishing scams by a voiding clicking on suspicious links in emails, messages, or tweets. Installing antivirus software and keeping it updated is a major step to keeping your device secure.

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Webroot

APRIL 30, 2025

Password phishing: In a phishing attack, scammers will use emails, phone calls, or texts to pose as trusted businesses and service providers. Webroot solutions include password managers and much more, including features like real-time phishing detection to prevent credential theft. They may send you a fake invoice to pay.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 5, 2025

This blog examines the first vector: AI-Generated Polymorphic Malware. This means a malware file might appear benign to antivirus scanners and other signature-based approaches, only fetching or creating harmful code via an AI API at runtime. I foreshadowed these techniques a bit in todays blog.

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Webroot

APRIL 4, 2025

Tips for protecting your data Cyber thieves are getting smarter and smarter using methods like phishing and malware to gain access to a piece of your personal information. Identity protection services: Antivirus programs protect against a wide range of malicious software designed to steal your personal information.

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Webroot

JULY 21, 2025

Threats like social media phishing have skyrocketed from 18.9% Real-life risks in your child’s digital day Phishing & social engineering: Let’s say your teenage daughter gets a text that reads, “Your grades won’t post unless you verify your information now.”

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Whether you purchase a new device or receive one as a gift, now is the time to consider the importance of protecting it with an antivirus program. What is antivirus? Antivirus programs accomplish this by conducting behavior-based detection, scans, virus quarantine and removal. Do I really need antivirus? In a word, yes.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 7, 2021

In the process of doing so, I encountered a small snag: The FSB’s website said in order to communicate with them securely, I needed to download and install an encryption and virtual private networking (VPN) appliance that is flagged by at least 20 antivirus products as malware. The FSB headquarters at Lubyanka Square, Moscow.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Frank Angiolelli , vice president of security at Indelible, said rogue notifications can be abused for credential phishing, as well as foisting malware and other unwanted applications on users. Indeed, Malwarebytes’ Pieter Arntz warned about malicious browser push notifications in a January 2019 blog post.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

We observed a considerable uptick in Phishing Attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic. The post Spear Phishing targets Microsoft to amass large numbers of credentials appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. During our analysis, we came across.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

MAY 6, 2024

Stay One Step Ahead with a Powerful Antivirus Solution! appeared first on Quick Heal Blog. Let’s face it: the digital landscape is a treacherous realm. Cyber attackers keep hunting for vulnerabilities, finding ways. The post Can You Outsmart Cybercriminals?

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

A search in Google for a string of text from that script turns up a December 2023 blog post from cryptocurrency security firm SlowMist about phishing attacks on Telegram from North Korean state-sponsored hackers. MacOS computers include X-Protect , Apple’s built-in antivirus technology. Image: SlowMist.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

MAY 28, 2021

The post LinkedIn Phishing Scam: Hackers target users with fake job offers appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. LinkedIn is a popular social networking platform that is focused on professional networking and the business community.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Latin American Javali trojan weaponizing Avira antivirus legitimate injector to implant malware. The malicious activity starts with a phishing email sent to the target victims in Latin American – Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Peru – and Europe – Spain and Portugal. In short, the phishing email is received by victims.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

has been made aware of this attack pattern, has taken steps to detect it in our managed services, and is following the attack in the blogs of security researchers who found this campaign. The post Phishing Campaign Installs Backdoor-Loaded VM to Evade Antivirus and Harvest Credentials appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

For instance, phishing, one of the most common, is a social engineering attack used to steal user data. 2021 saw a massive increase in phishing attacks , and that trend has continued into 2022. With the rise in social media, criminals have more platforms with which to target potential phishing victims.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

companies as a primary target of a new phishing scheme. Cybercriminals have been using a phishing kit featuring fake Office 365 password alerts as a lure to target the credentials of chief executives, business owners and other high-level corporate leaders. The company could not be certain, however, if the V4 phishing kit was involved.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

JUNE 30, 2021

The post Phishing Scam Alert: Domain Name Expiration Notices stealing data through phishing site appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. Have you received an email notification that your domain is about to expire? Most website owners have.

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Heimadal Security

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

As you might know, Microsoft Defender Antivirus is the anti-malware solution that usually comes pre-installed on systems that are running Windows 10. The attackers have modified the malware distribution mechanism from spam or phishing emails to TeamViewer Google adverts, which link users to fraudulent download sites through Google AdWords.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Basic solutions like antivirus deployments are certainly still important, but they are reactionary measures. While antivirus software is an essential tool for protecting against malware and other cyber threats, it does not protect against these attacks. In this new environment, the bare minimum is no longer good enough.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Phishing attacks are nothing new, but scammers are getting savvier with their tactics. Other Iranian-based cyberattacks have included hackers targeting Albanian government systems and spear phishing scams. Here are four new phishing trends keeping businesses on their toes. Spear phishing. Phishing via texting.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Phishing is a technique used to steal credentials, personal information & financial details of a user. The post What is Phishing? A Deep Dive into the Phishing Attack Mechanisms with Tips appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. The attacker.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 15, 2022

According to the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine, cybercriminals deliver fake Windows antivirus updates that install Cobalt Strike and other types of malware. The post Cobalt Strike Deployed in Ukraine Through Fake AV Updates appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Palo Alto’s Unit 42 has investigated several incidents linked to the Luna Moth group callback phishing extortion campaign targeting businesses in multiple sectors, including legal and retail. Luna Moth removes malware portion of phishing callback attack. This malware element is synonymous with traditional callback phishing attacks.

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SC Magazine

JULY 8, 2021

A recent phishing scheme targeting live chat platforms works in part because website operators that use chat features are not always diligently scanning uploaded files for malware. The scheme is yet another recent example of phishing campaigns leveraging communication mediums outside of email to catch prospective victims off-guard.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 11, 2023

Microsoft has also published a blog post about phishing campaigns tied to Storm-0978 and to the exploitation of this flaw. .” Microsoft’s advisory on CVE-2023-36884 is pretty sparse, but it does include a Windows registry hack that should help mitigate attacks on this vulnerability.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

A recently reported phishing and vishing campaign was designed to impersonate Geek Squad. A new blog post report has shone a light on the malicious practice known as voice phishing or vishing – a social engineering tactic that some cyber experts say has only grown in prominence since COVID-19 forced employees to work from home.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Phishing continues to be key for these campaigns and it’s typically the first step in compromising a business for the nastiest malware. The post The 6 Nastiest Malware of 2021 appeared first on Webroot Blog. Strategies for individuals. Discover more about 2021’s Nastiest Malware on the Webroot Community.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The respected technology blog TechRadar has even referred to 2021 as “the year of the Chromebook.”. Even strong security can’t prevent an account from being hacked if account credentials are stolen in a phishing attack, one of the most common causes of identity theft. Web-borne malware remains widespread.

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Webroot

MAY 6, 2024

Keep all devices updated with the latest security patches, and use reputable antivirus solutions that can block suspicious downloads and identify malicious software. What was once a clear distinction between mass phishing emails and more targeted spear-phishing attempts is now blurring, making it harder to distinguish between the two.

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Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2022

With insight into the latest threats and trends, we are arming organizations with the knowledge they need to pivot and stay ahead of cyber criminals’ around-the-clock reinvention of malware, phishing, and brand impersonations. PHISHING PREYED ON A VOLATILE MARKET. Phishing activity was exceptionally high.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 2, 2023

For enhanced identity protection, especially against phishing attacks, consider deploying a phishing-resistant MFA solution, such as FIDO2. Recognize & Report Phishing: Phishing attempts , be it through emails, text messages, or calls, remain a key point of concern.

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Webroot

AUGUST 27, 2021

When paired with the strong recommendation to use antivirus software at all times, NIST’s recommended prevention measures already cover two key areas of focus in a cyber resilience strategy: endpoint security and network protection. Our data show that regular, ongoing training can help cut phishing by up to 72%.

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

While computer antivirus is effective, sometimes malware still wins. This type of malware acts extremely fast, and if your antivirus is not up to date, it may not recognize it. Phishing webpages , the most common type of malicious threat, are websites designed to look legitimate to fool you into providing your credentials.

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