Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Here’s a look at some of the more notable cybercrime stories from the past year, as covered by KrebsOnSecurity and elsewhere. This bold about-face dumbfounded many longtime Norton users because antivirus firms had spent years broadly classifying all cryptomining programs as malware. agencies].

Cryptocurrency 233

Cryptocurrency Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Scams 233

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

All of your files are encrypted with RSA-2048 and AES-128 ciphers.” ” Or you might see a readme.txt stating, “Your files have been replaced by these encrypted containers and aren’t accessible; you will lose your files on [enter date] unless you pay $2500 in Bitcoin.” IMPORTANT INFORMATION !!!

Ransomware 97

Ransomware Backups Software Encryption 97

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

To bypass antivirus systems, hackers send out malicious emails in non-working hours with delayed activation. Another technique used by cybercriminals to bypass antivirus systems is a targeted attack, in which malicious email are delivered outside regular working hours. More than 80% of all malicious files were disguised as .zip

Ransomware 70

Ransomware Antivirus Malware Banking 70

SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

The most popular application categories to hide malware and unwanted software include cryptocurrency trackers, financial apps, QR-code scanners and even dating apps. Malware and unwanted software is frequently injected into cryptocurrency trackers, financial apps, QR-code scanners and even dating apps.

Malware 99

Malware Encryption Mobile Accountability 99

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 11, 2021

Too many businesses cannot continue their activities until they recover the data encrypted by ransomware. Many collaborative platforms can help you recover the data encrypted by ransomware. Your own systems may fail to process the encryption key. And do not forget about data encryption, both data in transit and static.

Ransomware 71

Ransomware Insurance Encryption Cyber Insurance 71

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Since 2008, antivirus and cybersecurity software testers AV-TEST have kept track of the number of newly-developed malware worldwide, totaling at nearly 1 billion as of September 2022. Activation: The ransomware begins encrypting sensitive files or locking down the system. An August 2022 Statista report counted 2.8 Ransomware.

Malware 69

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 69

Spinone

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Whether it is synchronized files from on-premises to cloud environments or the risk of encryption of cloud email, ransomware is a real threat to your data. Ransom payments are generally demanded in the form of untraceable cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin. How much can ransomware cost your business?

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Backups Data breaches Encryption 52

SecureList

JANUARY 17, 2024

Notable among these was BunnyLoader , inexpensive and feature-rich malware capable of stealing sensitive data and cryptocurrency. Moreover, the rise in the popularity of other cryptocurrencies with enhanced privacy features might also influence the Bitcoin mixer market. The dark market is already replete with such services.

Marketing 104

Marketing Cryptocurrency Malware Ransomware 104

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Though polite, the Creeper was still an annoyance to some, and in 1971, Ray Tomlinson developed the first antivirus software , called Reaper. One of the first pieces of antivirus software , McAfee’s VirusScan, was released in 1987. It also would actively shut down antivirus processes to evade detection and removal.

Malware 138

Malware Ransomware Antivirus Internet 138

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

This makes Vidar capable of stealing cryptocurrencies from digital wallets. There is not much that an end user can currently do to protect themselves against this type of attack, except to not run any software from a shady source, even if it does not raise any antivirus flag.” ” Shared burden.

Cybercrime 124

Cybercrime IoT Internet Internet 124