SecureWorld News

MAY 1, 2022

Scams, device theft, interception of itineraries from enterprise travel security platforms, and physical safety threats are all potential risks. Various common scams used to steal valuables can help hackers deliver a malware payload or access an employee's device. These risks may threaten the health and security of a traveler.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

This method involves using emails, social media, instant messaging, and other platforms to manipulate users into revealing personal information or performing actions that can lead to network compromise, data loss, or financial harm. social engineering tactics and strange sender behaviors), they also use artificial intelligence algorithms.

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Phishing Social Engineering Authentication Security Awareness 89

SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

Cybercriminals have been using a phishing kit featuring fake Office 365 password alerts as a lure to target the credentials of chief executives, business owners and other high-level corporate leaders. Here, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos speaks about a recent development by Blue Origin, the space company he founded. Mark Wilson/Getty Images).

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Phishing Passwords Security Awareness Social Engineering 118

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

The Archiveus Trojan from 2006 was the first one to use RSA cipher, but it was reminiscent of a proof of concept and used a static 30-digit decryption password that was shortly cracked. This quirk made the attack look more trustworthy and added a layer of flexibility to these scams. None of these early threats went pro.

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Ransomware Hacking Encryption Penetration Testing 243

Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Social Engineering Identity thieves manipulate victims’ emotions to get them to compromise their personal information. Use Strong Passwords and Consider Multi-Factor Authentication Utilize a strong password that includes various numbers, symbols, and upper- and lower-case letters, especially using tax preparation software.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Even some of the top consumer antivirus tools have begun to add machine learning-based detection. Hackers can now generate accurate password lists automatically and even customize them according to a specific set of data (e.g., For years, attackers have manually collected information about their target to send them scams (e.g.,

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Cybersecurity Phishing Risk Artificial Intelligence 137

Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Details included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords, all of which could be used to access other accounts belonging to these users. The Hacker had discovered Zuckerberg’s password in a 2012 LinkedIn data breach and he had used the same password across several accounts.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Additionally, we looked at the phishing activity around gaming, specifically that related to cybersports tournaments, bookmakers, gaming marketplaces, and gaming platforms, and found numerous examples of scams that target gamers and esports fans. Key findings. Game over: cybercriminals targeting gamers’ accounts and money.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Security Antivirus – software that scans a device or a network to detect security threats, alert you, and neutralize malicious code. It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan. Identity check – a set of actions (a password, a fingerprint, or a face scan) designed for verification of someone’s identity.

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Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Here are only seven out of 26 topics: Insider threats Passwords Security of mobile devices Social engineering Viruses Email security Human error To start the course, you need to register and choose the type of account you need. In case of falling for a scam, you or your staff are getting an email with a related lesson.

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Social Engineering Accountability Phishing Cybersecurity 40

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. A special offer from cybercriminals: try hand at spamming. Phishers used various ploys related to COVID-19. Malware families. up on 2020.

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Phishing Scams Accountability Banking 65

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. ” SEPTEMBER.

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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. For instance, phishing, one of the most common, is a social engineering attack used to steal user data. Security tools and services.

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SecureList

JUNE 26, 2023

According to a report by the Barracuda cybersecurity company, in 2021, businesses with fewer than 100 employees experienced far more social engineering attacks than larger ones. Encourage employees to create strong passwords for all digital services they use and to protect accounts with multi-factor authentication wherever applicable.

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Cybercrime Phishing Banking Malware 84

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Eric George, Director, Solution Engineering – Digital Risk & Email Protection at Fortra , notes that “Organizations will continue to migrate to cloud-based email solutions. While these solutions (such as [Microsoft365]) offer a level of protection and capabilities (antivirus, anti-spam, archiving, etc.),

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SecureList

APRIL 10, 2023

It is also clear of alerts from Google Protect and built-in antivirus on devices from different vendors. The binder’s main operating principle is that when the legitimate application is launched, it prompts the user to allow installation from unknown sources on a timer using social engineering, so that the bot can be installed.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

APTs will contain a cyberattack component, but APTs also commonly include confidence schemes, social engineering , physical access to facilities , bribes, extortion, and other methods to gain system access. Use strong passwords. Maintain effective endpoint security ( antivirus , EDR ). How to Prevent APTs. Secure Assets.

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Firewall Malware Phishing Software 98

Spinone

JANUARY 20, 2020

That is why hackers use social engineering tricks to pressure victims into paying a ransom. There are two ways phishing scams operate: The email/SMS contains a link leading to a scam website. Don’t provide your passwords to unreliable sites. Use antivirus. Use ransomware prevention services.

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Ransomware Encryption Antivirus Backups 59

Adam Levin

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The massive shift to work from home in response to the Covid-19 pandemic has meant a rush to secure a wider range of home devices and networks, and an instant spike in demand for training and services that protect employees in identifying attempted cyberattacks and scams. Economic stimulus checks were targeted.

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IoT Artificial Intelligence Technology Scams 130

Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats. Here's what the program came back with: “The antivirus program blinked to life, its archaic interface flickering on the outdated CRT monitor.

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