Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2020

Linksys has reset passwords for all its customers’ after learning on ongoing DNS hijacking attacks aimed at delivering malware. At the end of March, Linksys issued a security alert warning users of the ongoing attacks and urging them to reset the passwords. “In Pierluigi Paganini. SecurityAffairs – Linksys, hacking).

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 21, 2023

If you operate a cybercrime business that relies on disseminating malicious software, you probably also spend a good deal of time trying to disguise or “crypt” your malware so that it appears benign to antivirus and security products. frequently relied on the somewhat unique password, “ plk139t51z.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 16, 2023

trillion by 2025, and among the guestimate, half of the amount is expected to be made through phishing targeting mobiles and tablets. And as more individuals are using personal mobile phones for office use, it can also compromise business security via personal devices- especially in the realm of remote work or WFH culture.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Antivirus programs and firewalls are pretty good at catching malware before it can infect devices, but occasionally malware can slip through defenses, endangering personal and financial information. Your Antivirus is Randomly Disabled Malware often disables antivirus software, leaving your device open to further infection.

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Hot for Security

APRIL 22, 2021

But now, Bitdefender researchers have found multiple apps taking advantage of mobile users looking for information about the vaccines or seeking an appointment to get the jab. Here’s what to pay attention to if currently you are not using a mobile protection solution, which could keep your device safe.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 27, 2023

Consider the following preventive measures: 1. Update Software: Keep your smartphone’s operating system, apps, and antivirus soft-ware up to date. 3. Install Antivirus Software: Utilize a reliable mobile security solution that can detect and prevent ransomware infections.

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Hot for Security

APRIL 22, 2021

But now, Bitdefender researchers have found multiple apps taking advantage of mobile users looking for information about the vaccines or seeking an appointment to get the jab. Here’s what to pay attention to if currently you are not using a mobile protection solution, which could keep your device safe.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Every keystroke, every website you visit, and every password you type is recorded by a piece of software or hardware called a keylogger or keystroke logger. Keylogging records every keystroke on a computer or other device, including usernames and passwords. Use antivirus software that can detect and block malware.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2023

While the HYAS researchers may have been wearing white hats, Mandiant researchers this week reported on a “suspected Chinese campaign that involves maintaining long term persistence by running malware on an unpatched SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliance.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 17, 2023

The malware was not detected by our antivirus software. When the browser interacts with restricted content, it uses the cookie to prove that you have logged in, so you don't need to reenter your password over and over again. The company didn't provide information on how the malware got onto the laptop.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 22, 2023

An attack like BrutePrint could present a significant threat to passkeys , an increasingly popular way to replace passwords with authentication methods like fingerprint authentication or face recognition. And the attack is cheap to carry out. “For specific smartphone models, adaptive flexible printed circuit (FPC) is required.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 28, 2019

Here are three fundaments to get you, and others over whom you have influence, on the right path: Use antivirus. Antivirus software, also known as antimalware, has come a long, long way since it was born in the late 1980’s to combat then nascent computer viruses during a time when a minority of families had a home computer.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

These wallets are available in a variety of formats, including hardware wallets, online wallets, mobile wallets, and desktop wallets. Use strong passwords, 2FA. The security of your Bitcoin wallet is mostly dependent on the strength of your passwords. Select a reliable wallet. Update frequently. Secure your network, device.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 25, 2019

” What follows is a deep dive into the identity of that Chinese vendor, which appears to have a long and storied history of pushing the envelope on mobile malware. cn who advertises a mobile game called “Xiaojun Junji,” and says the game is available at blazefire[.]com. “Yehuo” ( ? ? ) com and rurimeter[.]com

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

2: Use Strong Passwords. It may seem silly, but even in today’s day and age, the most commonly used password is “123456”. These are examples of weak passwords that will put your accounts at risk. We know it’s difficult to remember complex, meaningless passwords, which is why specialists use password managers.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 8, 2023

A mobile app designed to let people spy on others will shortly be going out of business after a server breach and mass deletion incident. For 100% clarity: Everything collected from mobile devices where the owner wouldn’t have been aware LeMeSpy was present in the first place. Use an antivirus on your phone.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

Antivirus software can scan for known viruses and prompt the user to take action once it finds a threat. It is worth noting that antivirus software will only prevent against known threats. Additionally, following basic password security hygiene is beneficial.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 28, 2022

Twilio hackers also breached the food delivery firm DoorDash Unprecedented cyber attack hit State Infrastructure of Montenegro Threat actor abuses Genshin Impact Anti-Cheat driver to disable antivirus Critical flaw impacts Atlassian Bitbucket Server and Data Center Iran-linked Mercury APT exploited Log4Shell in SysAid Apps for initial access GoldDragon (..)

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Not only that, the app can be used to initiate admin-level actions, such as locking the screen, changing the screen lock, and setting password rules. For the most recent BRATA strain, being an admin app also allows it to initiate a factory reset on the affected mobile device. Protect yourself from BRATA.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The Chromebook sandboxing feature will defend against many of these so-called “malicious apps” from invading devices through things like popular mobile games, but some will likely find ways to avoid the feature. There are security gaps in any operating system, so it helps to layer defenses against multiple types of threat.

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Duo's Security Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By embracing the Duo Desktop app, along with our Duo Mobile app, organizations can confidently identify the device, the user and the context of the access request to fortify their cybersecurity posture across desktops and mobile devices.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Mobile payment platforms, like Apple Pay and Google Pay, use advanced technology, like fingerprint authentication and tokenization (in which credit card account numbers are replaced by randomly generated numbers) to provide brick-and-mortar shoppers with an added layer of security. Leverage antivirus software. Lock your devices.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 25, 2019

” What follows is a deep dive into the identity of that Chinese vendor, which appears to have a long and storied history of pushing the envelope on mobile malware. cn who advertises a mobile game called “Xiaojun Junji,” and says the game is available at blazefire[.]com. “Yehuo” ( ? ? ) com and rurimeter[.]com

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Hot for Security

MAY 4, 2021

Apple this week issued out-of-band updates for mobile customers to patch two zero-day vulnerabilities that let attackers execute remote code on their iDevices. The Cupertino-based tech giant says criminals “may” have already exploited the flaws. Available for most iDevices in circulation, iOS 14.5.1 (and and the complementary iPadOS 14.5.1)

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SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Two other vulnerabilities, CVE-2021-1647 and CVE-2021-24092 , were found in the Microsoft Defender antivirus engine, allowing elevation of user privileges in the system and execution of potentially dangerous code. In particular, the CVE-2021-1732 vulnerability allowing privilege escalation was discovered in the Win32k subsystem.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 11, 2021

1- Always use a 4 digit or a 6 digit password to lock the phone as it helps in keeping the data out of reach of unwanted minds. 2- Using an antivirus solution on your smart device helps in keeping malware, adware and spyware at bay. 8- Changing the password on a periodic note on Google accounts helps to curb any privacy breaches.

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Security Affairs

MAY 19, 2023

Infected devices were used for multiple malicious activities, including traffic redirections through mobile proxies, info-stealing, click fraud, and social media and online messaging accounts and monetization via advertisements. The highest number of infected devices in the U.S., 231 banking malware.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Avoid charging mobile devices through a computer; instead, use separate adapters. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Use the 3-2-1 backup rule.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 2, 2021

There was no need for a password or login credentials to access the information, and the data was not encrypted. AMT Games is a mobile and browser game developer based in China. This sample revealed concerning patterns in the mobile game. This sizable purchasing disparity isn’t just common in mobile games but encouraged.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Disabling it is easy and requires a web browser on a computer, tablet, or mobile phone. Enter your password. Click Request Download on a computer or tap Download Data on your mobile device. Enter your email address, Instagram account password and use the Request Download option. Log into your Instagram account.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

To make the overview more in-depth, we included both mobile and PC games. As the mobile gaming market continues to grow, we analyzed KSN data specifically on mobile threats. TOP 5 mobile games used as a lure for distribution of malware and unwanted software, by users, from July 1, 2021 through June, 30 2022. Call of Duty.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Some malicious actors might trick you into giving your password or financial information away. They may also try and convince you to provide remote access to your computer or mobile devices. Delete any requests to provide financial information or passwords and report them as spam. What does social engineering look like?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Endpoint security – mobile device management (MDM) policies, antivirus (AV) solutions, URL filtering and blocking are all considered good cyber hygiene to block the most basic cyber threats. At the most basic level, it’s critical to change default passwords on routers at home and in the workplace.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Read More: 5 Best Antivirus Software Solutions for 2023 Top Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Solutions in 2023 October 26, 2023 Apple Issues Second Urgent Patch for ACE Vulnerability Type of attack: Attackers install espionage software TriangleDB on iPhones and iPads released before September 2023 (pre-iOS 15.7).

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Brute Force Attacks Brute force attacks involve systematically trying all possible combinations of passwords until the correct one is found. Hackers use automated tools to rapidly attempt multiple password combinations, exploiting weak or easily guessable passwords.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 14, 2021

Resetting passwords on personal devices. How good are you at remembering your passwords? The better you are at creating strong, unique passwords, the less likely you are to remember them. Luckily, our clever devices have a way of remembering all of our passwords for us. Password reset links, of course.

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