Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

PCMag cited the case of a gamer who downloaded the game and reported that his accounts were hijacked using stolen cookies. SteamDB estimates that over 800 users may have downloaded the game. According to the website PCMag , the free-to-play game PirateFi was released last week. A few days later, Valve notified impacted users.

Malware

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The malicious code acts as a backdoor allowing attackers to download and install third-party software secretly. In August 2024, several users reported that Dr.Web antivirus detected changes in their TV box system files. In September 2024, Doctor Web researchers uncovered a malware, tracked as Vo1d , that infected nearly 1.3

Antivirus

Security Affairs

MARCH 10, 2025

com to distribute an infected archive, which had over 40,000 downloads. The discovered infected archives contained an additional executable, with a modified start script tricking victims into disabling antivirus protections. Attackers used the malicious site gitrok[.]com in a temporary folder. .

Cryptocurrency

Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2025

.” concludes the report that includes indicators of compromise (IoCs). ” In September, security researchers from G DATA discovered more than two dozen Android mobile phones from different manufacturers already infected by pre-installed malware.

Malware

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We’ve seen two main lures, both via Google ads: the first one is simply a website promoting online support for QuickBooks and shows a phone number, while the latter requires victims to download and install a program that will generate a popup, also showing a phone number. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today.

Scams

SecureList

JULY 10, 2025

Nothing but essential and popular apps had been downloaded to the machine. Additionally, he used free online services for malware detection to protect his system, but no commercial antivirus software. At the time this research, the extension had been downloaded 54,000 times. It turned out that extension.js

Malware

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

” The decrypted MSIL file maintains persistence by modifying the Windows registry to execute a PowerShell command that downloads the Coyote Banking Trojan. It gathers system details, including antivirus information, encodes the data, and sends it to a remote server.

Banking

Malwarebytes

MARCH 18, 2025

Here are some things to look out for and stay safe: instructions to disable security software so the program can run (do not disable the antivirus that’s trying to protect you!) Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today. Malwarebytes protects from both Mac and Windows payloads.

Cryptocurrency

SecureList

APRIL 8, 2025

Instead of the description copied from GitHub, the visitor is presented with an imposing list of office applications complete with version numbers and “Download” buttons. io/download. Page for downloading the suspicious archive Clicking that button finally downloads a roughly seven-megabyte archive named vinstaller.zip.

Passwords

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 22, 2024

By pasting the code into the Windows Command Prompt, you unknowingly execute commands that download malicious software onto your system. The code is presented as a necessary step to resolve the supposed issue, but instead, it opens the door for malware installation.

Scams

SecureList

MARCH 5, 2025

Dynamics of Windows Packet Divert detections ( download ) The growing popularity of tools using Windows Packet Divert has attracted cybercriminals. The counter at the time of posting the video showed more than 40,000 downloads. After the download, it saves the payload named t.py com , which hosted the infected archive.

Malware

SecureList

MARCH 10, 2025

The document uses the remote template injection technique to download an RTF file stored on a remote server controlled by the attacker. JavaScript loader The RTF exploit led to the execution of the mshta.exe Windows utility, abused to download a malicious HTA from a remote server controlled by the attacker.

Energy and Utilities

Security Affairs

MARCH 26, 2025

While only one sample is currently detected by antivirus tools, many others remain undetected. ReaderUpdate is a macOS malware loader that has been active since 2020, the malicious code was first seen as a compiled Python binary and was spotted delivering Genieo adware.

Malware

Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2025

The software can be downloaded from the police website and Europol’s NoMoreRansom site. NoMoreRansom warns users to remove the malware first with a reliable antivirus before using the decryptor, or files may be re-encrypted repeatedly. Despite false malware flags from some browsers, tests confirm it works and is safe.

Ransomware

SecureList

APRIL 23, 2025

Variants of Lazarus’ malicious tools, such as ThreatNeedle, Agamemnon downloader, wAgent, SIGNBT, and COPPERHEDGE, were discovered with new features. All of these techniques are designed to bypass security products such as antivirus and EDR solutions, but they load the payload in different ways.

Malware

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2025

Distributed through popular YouTube channels boasting 60,000 subscribers, these malicious files lure unsuspecting users into believing they are downloading a safe tool designed to counter internet blocks. Attackers package the SilentCryptoMiner within archives advertised as deep packet inspection (DPI) bypass utilities.

VPN

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Regularly updating and patching systems, including antivirus software, firewalls, and SCADA networks, can mitigate this risk. Conducting regular training sessions on recognizing phishing emails, avoiding suspicious downloads, and following cybersecurity protocols can build a resilient workforce.

Energy and Utilities

Security Affairs

MARCH 31, 2025

Zscaler ThreatLabz discovered CoffeeLoader, a malware family active since September 2024, that uses multiple techniques to evade endpoint security while downloading second-stage payloads. CoffeeLoader is a sophisticated malware that uses numerous techniques to bypass security solutions, Zscaler ThreatLabz warns. ” continues the report.

Malware

SecureList

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The XMRig component is downloaded from one of the repositories at hxxps://github[.]com/cppdev-123. TOP 10 countries targeted by SteelFox, August–September, 2024 ( download ) Attribution For this particular campaign, no attribution can be given. After initializing the driver, the sample launches the miner. com/cppdev-123.

Software

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Tools like firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption help safeguard information. Antivirus Software : Antivirus and anti-malware tools scan devices for harmful software, prevent infections, and remove any threats found. Cybersecurity is the practice of defending computers, networks, and data from malicious attacks.

Cybersecurity

Malwarebytes

JUNE 27, 2025

No fake form, no malware download, just Google. Run a full antivirus/malware scan. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today. . “Click on any 4 images to prove you’re human” might be the lowest bar ever imagined for a security screening. Check your account login history.

Phishing

Security Through Education

JULY 22, 2025

Their goal is to lure you into interacting with the email by following a malicious link, downloading malware, or entering other confidential information. Scan for Malware If you downloaded a file or suspect malware, run a full antivirus/anti-malware scan on your device. Fast response can limit damage to the organization.

Phishing

Malwarebytes

APRIL 24, 2025

Most antivirus programs for Android fail to spot it, says Cleafy. Keep threats off your mobile devices by downloading Malwarebytes for iOS , and Malwarebytes for Android today. SuperCard X’s developers have focused on making this software as stealthy as possible.

Malware

Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2025

Once users click on the websites, which appear legitimate, theyre tricked into downloading malware or handing over sensitive information to scammers. That said, it’s inspiring to see that 41% of people “download or install a VPN” to provide an extra level of security when browsing on public Wi-Fi.

Scams

Hacker's King

JANUARY 8, 2025

You should always download apps from trusted sources like 'Play Store' for Android users. Every Android user should install an antivirus program, as it detects and blocks malicious activities on your Android device. Uninstall any suspicious apps or recently downloaded apps. Disabling USB debugging is absolutely necessary.

Hacking

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.

Identity Theft

SecureList

APRIL 21, 2025

txt file contains aBase64-encoded PowerShell script that then downloads and runs theLumma Stealer. txt The script performs the following actions: Downloads the malware. It downloads the win15.zip When decoded, the malicious PowerShell script looks like this: Contents of win15.txt zip file from https[:]//win15.b-cdn[.]net/win15.zip

Malware

SecureWorld News

JULY 17, 2025

Now, relatively unsophisticated criminals can download AI models and follow step-by-step tutorials to manufacture fake personas or instructions. For example, a deepfake phone call does not trigger any antivirus alert. This ease of use has democratized fraud, drastically lowering the barrier for would-be scammers.

Banking

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Simply put, they are antivirus solutions. In fact, it is one of the most popular antivirus solutions. Per 6sense, McAfee Cloud Security makes up 12.47% of the worldwide antivirus market share. Plus, it stops unsafe downloads in Microsoft Edge and other supported apps. 5 Pricing: 5/5 Core features: 3.5/5 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

Antivirus

eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2025

Traditional antivirus systems usually fail to detect suspicious activity due to this. Some warning signs the FBI says to watch out for: Unexpected downloads of remote access tools. Be cautious of unusual downloads, remote access tools, or sudden file transfers to unfamiliar IP addresses.

Phishing

Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

The aim here is malicious and weaker than what appears to achieve: make the user reveal intensely guarded secrets, login information, alongside financial details, and in some cases, download harmful software. Recently, phishing scams have expanded and come out of emails. Dont place reliance on a single defense.

Cyber Attacks

eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2025

It offers features like next-gen antivirus, vulnerability management, and endpoint detection and response (EDR). Web browsing protection and ad blocking are where Defender falls a bit short its not clear whether the products offer those common antivirus features. 5 Pricing: 4.4/5 5 Features: 3.4/5 5 Customer support: 3.7/5

Antivirus

SecureList

APRIL 7, 2025

To get it, the malware accesses the file C:WindowsSystem32ntoskrnl.exe, which contains information about the kernel file version, and inserts the data from this file into the following template, generating a URL: [link] This is the address of Microsoft debug information server, where TCESB sends a GET request to download the PDB file.

Software

Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2025

Cybercriminals Exploit CheckPoint Antivirus Driver in Malicious Campaign Infosecurity Magazine Threat actors are leveraging a "bring your own vulnerable driver" (BYOVD) attack to bypass Windows security measures. These threat actors go to lengths to bury the actual commands used in malicious.LNK files which download malware onto the machine.

Surveillance

Malwarebytes

JUNE 10, 2025

Confusingly, even legitimate businesses now lean on outreach tactics that have long been favored by online scammers—asking people to scan QR codes, download mobile apps, and trade direct messages with, essentially, strangers. Only 20% of people use traditional security measures like antivirus, a VPN, and identity theft protection.

Scams

Cisco Security

JULY 7, 2025

A PDF of the report can be downloaded directly from the National Academies, and a webinar that walks viewers through the report’s findings is also available. Endpoint security still meant antivirus agents. The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same Two decades is a long time in the cybersecurity world.

Cyber Risk

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

It maintains its dominance by posing as a fake browser update, targeting high-ranking websites to appear legitimate and ultimately increasing download success rates. The new tactic involves obfuscating PowerShell , which downloads and executes payloads using living-off-the-land binaries (LOLbins) such as mshta.exe and Dllhost.exe. [i]

Cyber Attacks