SecureList

AUGUST 15, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2022: 5,520,908 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. As in the previous quarter, fraudulent apps occupied seven out of twenty leading positions in the malware rankings. Distribution of detected mobile malware by type. Top 20 mobile malware programs.

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Mobile Adware Banking Malware 106

Security Affairs

JULY 10, 2020

A threat actor tracked as Evilnum targeted financial technology companies, mainly the British and European ones, ESET researchers reported. Evilnum threat actor was first spotted in 2018 while using the homonym malware. The group aimed at harvesting financial information from financial technology companies, such as trading platforms.

eCommerce 106

eCommerce Advertising Malware Spyware 106

eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Intrusion detection system (IDS) and intrusion prevention system (IPS) technologies – often combined as intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS) – have been in use for decades, yet they remain important cybersecurity tools even in the face of today’s rapidly changing cyber threats and complex IT environments.

Firewall 109

Firewall Wireless Software Antivirus 109

The Last Watchdog

MAY 20, 2019

Malware deliveries Upon reviewing Android usage data for all of 2018, Google identified a rise in the number of “potentially harmful apps” that were preinstalled or delivered through over-the-air updates. In a nutshell: lock your device; click judiciously; use antivirus. Here are a few key developments everyone should know about.

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Mobile Spyware Banking Manufacturing 138

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Malware, short for “malicious software,” is any unwanted software on your computer that, more often than not, is designed to inflict damage. Since the early days of computing, a wide range of malware types with varying functions have emerged. Best Practices to Defend Against Malware. Jump ahead: Adware. RAM scraper.

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Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Since 2004, there's been an annual event designed to "Promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones, especially amongst children and young people across the world." The pop up blocker in particular was a big help with the proliferation of adware and spyware plugging into advertising networks.

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Internet Internet Adware Spyware 80

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Spyware Hacking Advertising Antivirus 97

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2021: 9,599,519 malware, adware and riskware attacks on mobile devices were prevented. We have seen no new mass campaigns seeking to distribute any specific mobile malware family; nor were there any newsworthy events similar to what we had early into the COVID-19 pandemic. Verdict. %*.

Mobile 103

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 103

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

With all the appearing tools, technologies, methods, and attacks, the cybersecurity field remains one of the hardest to grasp and to keep up with. Security Antivirus – software that scans a device or a network to detect security threats, alert you, and neutralize malicious code. Works as a part of a data loss prevention plan.

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Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

SecureList

OCTOBER 23, 2023

It is thus possible that this action may be launched on macOS devices in order to detect installed antivirus products. These commands are related to retrieval of logs that might show traces of the infection chain and/or the malware itself. to the C2 server. Some of the files that are retrieved are: Crash log files (e.g.

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Encryption Mobile Media Antivirus 123

SecureList

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In 2021, Kaspersky mobile products and technologies detected: 3,464,756 malicious installation packages. But it is too early to celebrate: attacks are becoming more sophisticated in terms of both malware functionality and vectors. Overall, the number of mobile malware installation packages dropped to around 2019 levels.

Mobile 124

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 124

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Anyone who has used a computer for any significant length of time has probably at least heard of malware. Malware has been present in the digital space since the 1980s, with early prank malware like the Morris Worm or the (c)Brain. However, malware is not quite as amusing in a modern context. How Does Malware Work?

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Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 75

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Recent research by Positive Technologies looked at the cyber threat landscape during Q2 2021 and found that ransomware attacks reached “stratospheric” levels, accounting for 69% of all malware attacks, a huge jump from 39% in Q2 2020. Detect compromised accounts, insider threats, and malware. EnigmaSoft.

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Ransomware VPN Backups Malware 109

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Regardless of how familiar you are with Information Security, you’ve probably come across the term ‘malware’ countless times. From accessing your business-critical resources and sensitive information to halting business operations and services, a malware infection can quickly become an organization’s worst nightmare come true.

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Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

Email security consists of the policies, tools, and services deployed to protect against threats specific to email such as spam, phishing attacks, malware-infested attachments, impersonation, and email interception. More advanced tools may include additional options such as threat feeds, sandboxing, and AI-enhanced analytics.

Firewall 80

Firewall DNS Authentication Malware 80

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

Securing the expanding, sprawling, and sometimes conflicting collection of technologies that make up network security provides constant challenges for security professionals. The internet of things (IoT), operations technology (OT), and the industrial internet of things (IIoT) also now connect to networks.

Network Security 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

With new technological advancements comes a need for heightened security measures. NCSAM launched in 2004, at a time where technology was nowhere near where it is today. Initial NCSAM efforts included urging people connected to the internet to update their antivirus software regularly.

Cybersecurity 133

Cybersecurity Education Antivirus Firewall 133

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

54% of ESG respondents stated that the primary drivers behind technology spending were strengthening of cybersecurity and improving resiliency against attacks. Phishing , general malware , and Distributed Denial of Service ( DDoS ) attacks are more common. Gateway-enforced antivirus is included.

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Backups Firewall DDOS Antivirus 140

Vipre

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Considering our increasing dependence on technology, none of these outcomes are ideal. Antivirus software. With VIPRE, your computer will be guarded with a number of Antivirus features, including real time scans and malware, spyware, and ransomware detection and removal.

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Antivirus Backups Software Spyware 81

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. The solution includes cloud sandboxing technology, preventing zero-day threats, and full disk encryption capability for enhanced data protection. Learn more about Rapid7.

Cybersecurity 127

Cybersecurity Identity Theft Encryption Antivirus 127

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

With each technological advance, new targets are created for the unscrupulous hacker. Running antivirus or spyware blockers provide some protection, but not nearly enough to prevent attacks from outside. Installation of malware in users’ computers. Who Has Been Targeted With Cross-Site Scripting? Theft of users’ files.

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Spyware Antivirus Firewall Malware 52

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Definition, Threats & Protections 10 Network Security Threats Everyone Should Know Overall Network Security Best Practices Best practices for network security directly counter the major threats to the network with specific technologies and controls. These physical controls do not rely upon IT technology and will be assumed to be in place.

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

In today’s digital age, where technology is rapidly advancing, cybersecurity has become more critical than ever. Cybersecurity refers to the set of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect digital devices, networks, and data from cyber threats. It includes viruses, worms, and Trojans.

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Cyber Attacks IoT Authentication Antivirus 52

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Larger enterprises use this to manage the spread of malware throughout a network in the event that one device is infected. Integration with security suites: Host-based firewalls can be used with antivirus and other security technologies to provide layered protection against cyber attacks.

Firewall 109

Firewall Mobile Network Security Software 109

SecureList

APRIL 27, 2021

In our initial report on Sunburst , we examined the method used by the malware to communicate with its C2 (command-and-control) server and the protocol used to upgrade victims for further exploitation. This campaign made use of a previously unknown malware family we dubbed FourteenHi.

Malware 142

Malware Spyware Government Social Engineering 142

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2019

City Council of Somerville bans facial recognition technology. ViceLeaker Android spyware targets users in the Middle East. Firefox finally addressed the Antivirus software TLS Errors. Cryptomining Campaign involves Golang malware to target Linux servers. Is Your Browser Secure? LooCipher: The New Infernal Ransomware.

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Scams Spyware DNS Advertising 50

Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2021

There are several ways for cybercriminals to acquire someone else’s API keys without installing malware or spyware on their device. Aaron Jones, Lead Cyber Instructor at University of Advancing Technology, says that API keys are valuable, which makes them highly sought after by cybercriminals.

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Cryptocurrency Accountability Marketing Passwords 95

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The vendor reports show that most attackers want credentials, most malware development is in credential-stealing software, and the market for stolen credentials is booming: Cisco: Found 54% of organizations experienced a cybersecurity incident; and of those incidents, 54% involved phishing and 37% involved credentials stuffing.

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Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 121

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Looking back at past leaks of private companies providing such services, such as in the case of Hacking Team, we learned that many states all over the world were buying these capabilities, whether to complement their in-house technologies or as a stand-alone solution they couldn’t develop.

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Firmware Surveillance Mobile Telecommunications 116