Krebs on Security

JANUARY 7, 2025

Lookout researchers discovered multiple voice phishing groups were using a new phishing kit that closely mimicked the single sign-on pages for Okta and other authentication providers. Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as well as those working at the cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Binance. “ Annie.”

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2024

.” In a SIM-swapping attack, crooks transfer the target’s phone number to a device they control and intercept any text messages or phone calls sent to the victim — including one-time passcodes for authentication, or password reset links sent via SMS. Tylerb was reputed to have fled the United Kingdom after that assault.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

. “The reason that it is infeasible for them to use in-browser injects include browser and OS protection measures, and difficulties manipulating dynamic pages for banks that require multi-factor authentication,” Holden said.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 30, 2023

The attacker then loads the stolen token into their own browser session and (usually late at night after the admins are asleep) posts an announcement in the targeted Discord about an exclusive “airdrop,” “NFT mint event” or some other potential money making opportunity for the Discord members.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Using hard-to-crack unique passwords to protect sensitive data and accounts, as well as enabling multi-factor authentication. Running up-to-date security solutions and ensuring that your computers are protected with the latest security patches against vulnerabilities. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Since then, the response from LinkedIn users and readers has made clear that these phony profiles are showing up en masse for virtually all executive roles — but particularly for jobs and industries that are adjacent to recent global events and news trends. “It’s hit like hell since about January of this year. .

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Rather, he said, this explanation of events was a misunderstanding at best, and more likely a cover-up at some level. ” Rose said mobile phone stores could cut down on these crimes in much the same way that potential victims can combat SIM swapping: By relying on dual authentication. ” TWO-FACTOR BREAKDOWN.

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