Krebs on Security

JULY 18, 2022

These two software are currently unknown to most if not all antivirus companies.” The researchers concluded that 911 is supported by a “mid scale botnet-like infrastructure that operates in several networks, such as corporate, government and critical infrastructure.” ” A depiction of the Proxygate service.

VPN

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

You just knew 2022 was going to be The Year of Crypto Grift when two of the world’s most popular antivirus makers — Norton and Avira — kicked things off by installing cryptocurrency mining programs on customer computers. com, which was fed by pig butchering scams.

Cryptocurrency

The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

For example, ReasonLabs researchers recently uncovered a scam that used stolen credit cards and fake websites to skim monthly charges off of unsuspecting consumers. This includes antivirus software, operating systems, and individual apps. These days, ordinary people are facing increasing —and more complex—threats than ever before.

Risk

Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Phishing Scams IdentityIQ The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and… a surge in online scams. Holiday phishing scams are an ongoing issue that ramps up when folks are feeling the most festive. About three-quarters of American consumers have encountered some form of holiday-related scam.

Scams

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 26, 2021

I’ve written this countless times: keep your antivirus updated, click judiciously, practice good password hygiene. As part of this mindset, more consumers are subscribing to a personal VPN service which they use to shield themselves from disinformation sweeps and to protect themselves from Covid 19-related hacks and scams.

B2C

Quick Heal Antivirus

MARCH 21, 2024

The post Beware: Malicious Android Malware Disguised as Government Alerts. In our high-tech world, sneaky cyber threats can pop up anywhere. Lately, we’ve spotted sneaky malware on Android. appeared first on Quick Heal Blog.

Government

Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

Avoid Common Scams and Sketchy Characters Since you are likely a one-person company that doesn’t have an IT team to detect issues and solve problems, you will need to be extra cautious of the companies and clients with which you interact. Part of that is being aware of common scams that could spell big trouble.

Cybersecurity

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 20, 2022

Funnily enough, the key to protecting NFTs is first understanding their financial liability and the laws governing them. Cryptocurrency has been subjected to a rapidly changing balance of laws for the government to try and control it through regulation. Governmental regulations. Staying ahead.

Cryptocurrency

Krebs on Security

MARCH 22, 2022

When I first began writing about Vrublevsky in 2009 as a reporter for The Washington Post , ChronoPay and its sister firm Red & Partners (RNP) were earning millions setting up payment infrastructure for fake antivirus peddlers and spammers pimping male enhancement drugs.

Banking

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Hacking

The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Iranian hacker group TA453 has recently been using a technique that creates multiple personas to trick victims , deploying “social proof” to scam people into engaging in a thread. Other Iranian-based cyberattacks have included hackers targeting Albanian government systems and spear phishing scams.

Phishing

Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After a disaster, stay alert for scams and fraud , consider placing a credit freeze, and monitor your credit regularly. Here are key examples of natural disasters in the past that scammers have used to perpetrate scams: Maui Wildfire Charity Scams : In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in Maui, scammers set up fake charities.

Identity Theft

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch This quirk made the attack look more trustworthy and added a layer of flexibility to these scams. inch diskettes. About the essayist.

Ransomware

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Common Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them IdentityIQ The holiday season is a time for celebration, giving, and spending time with loved ones. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them.

Scams

Security Through Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s digitally driven world, impersonation scams have become a growing concern, leaving countless individuals and organizations vulnerable to financial loss, identity theft, and reputational damage. Impersonation scams are deceptive tactics used by cybercriminals to pose as trusted entities or individuals to exploit victims.

Scams

Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

5 Tips to Help Avoid Charity Scams This Giving Tuesday IdentityIQ Giving Tuesday is a day to extend a helping hand, support charitable causes, and share kindness with those in need. However, despite the noble intention of Giving Tuesday, there is an alarming concern that continues to grow – the presence of Giving Tuesday scams.

Scams

Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

. “AvosLocker is a Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) affiliate-based group that has targeted victims across multiple critical infrastructure sectors in the United States including, but not limited to, the Financial Services, Critical Manufacturing, and Government Facilities sectors. ransomware and phishing scams).

Ransomware

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The stakes are even higher for businesses, government and other organizations, as successful attacks can be devastating to operations and sensitive data. Use Antivirus Software Antivirus software and EDR tools are critically important controls for consumers and businesses, respectively.

Malware

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 13, 2025

Authorities Data on Thousands of Users 404media According to numbers reported by Telegram via their transparency report, the service fulfilled 900 requests for the US government, affecting 2.2k The phishing websites primarily acquired traffic via hijacked Twitter and Discord accounts and scam ads. Negative changes Telegram Hands U.S.

Scams

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

The fallout from this breach has the potential to ripple through societies globally, with far-reaching consequences for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. The implications of such massive data exposure are far-reaching, potentially impacting individuals, businesses, and governments globally.

Identity Theft

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 12, 2021

Examples of such third parties include intelligence gathering run by foreign governments, competitors attempting to undermine your operations. Malefactors used 45 of the hacked accounts in Bitcoin-based scams. . During the Bitcoin scam that involved 45 Twitter accounts, fooled users sent over 180,000 USD to crooks.

Accountability

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

The availability of access to the email accounts of C-level executives could allow threat actors to carry out multiple malicious activities, from cyber espionage to BEC scams. The name Fxmsp refers a high-profile Russian- and English-speaking hacking group focused on breaching high-profile private corporate and government information.

Accountability

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2019

Singapore Government will run its third bug bounty program. Firefox finally addressed the Antivirus software TLS Errors. Updates for Samsung, the scam app with 10M+ downloads. FBI warns on sextortion scams targeting teenagers. ViceLeaker Android spyware targets users in the Middle East.

Scams

The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 25, 2020

As jarring as this abrupt shift to remote work has been for countless companies, government agencies and educational institutions, it has conversely been a huge boon for cyber criminals. EDR technologies trace back to the antivirus (AV) software suites invented in the late 1980s to cut off the earliest iterations of computer viruses.

Cyber Risk

Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2020

Those behind such COVID-related campaigns target government organizations and private companies. These companies are in no way involved in the scams, of course. Most of the emails detected were in English. Example of a malicious email disguised as “UNICEF COVID-19 TIPS APP” with spyware in the attachment. Source: CERT-GIB.

Phishing

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published an advisory encouraging all government agencies to leverage ad blocking solutions in their day-to-day work. A DNS firewall and a classic antivirus are somewhat underused yet effective security tools that will come in handy. Consider using an ad blocking extension.

Cybercrime

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Businesses faced constant threats with phishing scams , malware , and other tactics. government officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns. The attackers targeted government agencies, particularly in the United States. But the numbers alone tell only part of the story.

Data breaches

SecureList

JUNE 26, 2023

Hit hardest by the COVID pandemic, geo-political and climate change, they play a critical role in a country’s recovery, requiring greater support from governments to stay afloat. They generate 50 percent of global gross domestic product and form the backbone of most countries’ economies.

Cybercrime

Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

From our safe portal, everyday people can view past password breaches, active social media profiles, potential leaks of government ID info, and more. More than a decade ago, Malwarebytes revolutionized the antivirus industry by prioritizing the security of all individuals. It’s about holistic digital life protection.

Data breaches

SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

The attack has spanned a wide range of industry sectors, including manufacturing, real estate, finance, government and technology, and nearly 74% of businesses known to be targeted were located in America. The next most frequently targeted titles were managing director (9.7%) and CFO (4.8%). Based on the data distribution, CEOs in the U.S.

Phishing

Malwarebytes

MARCH 25, 2022

There were scams ; disinformation campaigns ; and several wiper malware variants including HermeticWiper , IsaacWiper, and CaddyWiper. While there is truly increased risk against lives and property in the frontline, we have also seen certain risks online affecting individuals and businesses alike.

Software

Identity IQ

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Firewalls act as a barrier between your personal device and external threats, while antivirus software detects and removes malicious software before it can cause harm. Be Mindful of What You Click: Phishing scams often rely on people clicking on malicious links or attachments without verifying the source.

Data privacy

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The extraordinarily high volume of threats is forcing vendors to include AI-based detection even in consumer antivirus products. Earlier this year , hackers impersonated the Ghanian Oil Company, also known as GOIL, with a fake website claiming that users were eligible for government fuel subsidies. Check Out The Scammers’ Playbook.

Malware

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Also read: Best Antivirus Software of 2022. These new attacks affect everything from private citizens and businesses to government systems; healthcare organizations; public services; and food, water, and fuel supply chains. Cyberattack Statistics. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Ransomware.

Backups

SecureList

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

More and more often, scam websites posing as large companies that promise huge cash prizes in return for completing a survey have begun setting out stricter criteria for those who want a chance to win. In particular, we detected notifications about compensation allocated by the government to employees of certain companies.

Phishing

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Here are some common methods hackers use to compromise phones: Phishing Scams: Hackers send deceptive messages or emails that lure users into clicking malicious links, which can install harmful software onto their phones. Hackers often target these devices using various tactics. Their mission is always to improve security, not compromise it.

Hacking

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

For example, the BlackTech cyber-espionage ATP group, suspected to be backed by the Chinese government, sent emails containing Excel files with malicious macros to Japanese and Taiwanese corporations in the defense technology, media, and communications sectors. The most devastating APT attacks tend to be created by governments.

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