Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

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. In 2020, phishing scams spiked by 510 percent between January and February alone. Web-borne malware remains widespread.

Identity Theft 120

Identity Theft Spyware Phishing Antivirus 120

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Spyware 94

Spyware Hacking Advertising Antivirus 94

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. A DNS firewall and a classic antivirus are somewhat underused yet effective security tools that will come in handy. The silver lining is that such scams are fairly easy to avoid.

Cybercrime 83

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 83

Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Most security threats faced by regular users arrive via the Internet, whether it’s a malicious app or a rigged website , a scam delivered through the user’s social media channels, or a phishing scheme carried out via email or SMS. iPhones are not immune to hacks. Other attack avenues include so-called free antivirus apps.

Mobile 132

Mobile Malware Spyware Media 132

Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2020

Spyware turned out to be the most common malware class hiding in fraudulent COVID-19 emails, with AgentTesla topping the list of phishers’ favorite strains. Spyware: the most likely COVID-19 payload. Most COVID-19-related phishing emails analyzed had different spyware strains embedded as attachments. Source: CERT-GIB.

Phishing 104

Phishing Malware Spyware DDOS 104

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2019

Vulnerability in Medtronic insulin pumps allow hacking devices. ViceLeaker Android spyware targets users in the Middle East. Firefox finally addressed the Antivirus software TLS Errors. Updates for Samsung, the scam app with 10M+ downloads. FBI warns on sextortion scams targeting teenagers. Is Your Browser Secure?

Scams 47

Scams Spyware DNS Advertising 47

Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Once they have access to an account with sufficient authority, cybercriminals can use that trusted email address to scam other companies into making fraudulent payments or just distribute malware en mass. The Dark Web: The dark web is where hacked accounts and stolen personal data is bought and sold. Install Anti-Malware Software.

Accountability 105

Accountability Data breaches Passwords Social Engineering 105