Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Leaked CURP numbers, in combination with other personal information, could be used to open bank accounts or make unauthorized changes on government websites on behalf of the CURP number holder. Notes on users, submitted by admins and customer support agents. Notes on users, submitted by admins and customer support agents.

Passwords 105

Passwords Identity Theft Social Engineering Spyware 105

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Bank details. Social Security number (SSN). The following vectors represent some of the most common ways a criminal could gain access to your accounts and is also known as an account takeover : Social Engineering. Anti-Malware Software. Digital Attributes. Email addresses. Biometrics. Driving license. ID numbers.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

As the financial threat landscape has been dramatically evolving over the past few years, with the expansion of such activities as ransomware or cryptofraud, we believe it is no longer sufficient to look at the threats to traditional financial institutions (like banks), but rather assess financial threats as a whole.

Cryptocurrency 91

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 91

Malwarebytes

JULY 16, 2021

This means asking for payment, locking devices, or acting in a malware-like manner. Others go further, acting the same way actual spy/malware does while simultaneously saying the PC has an infection (spoiler – it does, but not in the way victims might think). There are some caveats to this, which we’ll cover below. Double win!

Social Engineering 115

Social Engineering Software VPN Engineering 115

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. Install Anti-Malware Software. Malware is a crucial tool used to carry out account takeover attacks. The Bottom Line.

Accountability 105

Accountability Data breaches Passwords Social Engineering 105

BH Consulting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Banks and insurance companies are telling customers to be wary of scam messages. Social engineering techniques, such as phishing, target not the systems but the people using them. After all, it’s called social engineering for a reason. spyware, ransomware).”. A message to you. Anyone can be a victim.

Security Awareness 52

Security Awareness Phishing Scams Social Engineering 52

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.

Malware 104

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 104

Security Affairs

JULY 4, 2023

A Mexican threat actor that goes online with the moniker Neo_Net is behind an Android malware campaign targeting banks worldwide. Neo_Net’s eCrime campaign was reportedly targeting clients of banks globally, with a focus on Spanish and Chilean banks, from June 2021 to April 2023. ” Thill explained.

Banking 83

Banking Phishing Social Engineering Authentication 83

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

DLP is included in the organization policy, but individuals must also use this strategy to keep all data safe during ransomware or malware attack. Malware and Ransomware Adware – Software that automatically displays or downloads material when a user is offline. The most widespread spyware are keyloggers and trojans.

Passwords 40

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

SecureList

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The most common malware family found in attachments were Agensla Trojans. The subject of investments gained significant relevance in 2021, with banks and other organizations actively promoting investment and brokerage accounts. Another trick was to pose as a major bank and invite victims to participate in investment projects.

Phishing 67

Phishing Scams Accountability Banking 67

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Threat actors can develop fake mobile apps to install adware, steal PII and financial data, extract cookies and credentials, and download further payloads (such as spyware) from a remote-controlled domain. VIPs and executives can also be impersonated to conduct social engineering attacks.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Media Social Engineering Mobile 52

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If the movie lover entered their bank card details on the fake site, they risked paying more than the displayed amount for content that did not exist and sharing their card details with the scammers. Soccer fans chasing merchandise risked compromising their bank cards or just losing some money.

Phishing 95

Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 95

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 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.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

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?

Malware 75

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 75

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

Our analysis of the rogue firmware, and other malicious artefacts from the target’s network, revealed that the threat actor behind it had tampered with the firmware to embed malware that we call MoonBounce. The attackers study their victims carefully and use the information they find to frame social engineering attacks.

Phishing 108

Phishing Spyware Firmware Malware 108

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.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Rootkits are malware implants that are installed deep in the operating system. However, on one of the infected machines, we found malware that we think is probably related to CosmicStrand. This malware creates a user named “aaaabbbb” in the operating system with local administrator rights. Other malware.

Malware 104

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 104

SecureList

AUGUST 5, 2021

In addition to various cloud-related emails, we blocked messages disguised as business correspondence and containing links to malware. However, attempts to claim the promised handout only led to monetary loss or compromised bank card details. This redirected the visitor to a page with a form for entering bank card details.

Phishing 118

Phishing Banking Scams Computers and Electronics 118

SecureList

JULY 27, 2023

The most remarkable findings Early in June, we issued an early warning of a long-standing campaign that we track under the name Operation Triangulation , involving a previously unknown iOS malware platform distributed via zero-click iMessage exploits. Kaspersky employees were also affected by this threat.

Malware 87

Malware Government Phishing Social Engineering 87

Webroot

MAY 12, 2021

However, when examined more closely, most hosting IPs were found to have hosted malicious content (such as some serious malware ) in the past, and had connections to other high-risk IPs. Contextual graphs such as these show the relationships between web hosts and dropped malware. For instance, rojadirecta[.]me Insecure Sites.

Scams 114

Scams Mobile Social Engineering Advertising 114

SecureList

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With millions of new users on streaming platforms, cyberattackers have recognized this heightened demand and seek to take advantage of it by distributing streaming phishing scams and spreading malware under the guise of users’ favorite shows. Malware and riskware instead of streaming. Methodology. Apple TV Plus.

Phishing 98

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 98

Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

The information the attacker is looking to gain could be login information, names, titles, phone numbers, banking information, or many other types of personally identifiable information. These can include viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware. However, this is simply not true.

Security Awareness 70

Security Awareness Wireless Ransomware Passwords 70

SecureList

MARCH 7, 2024

Remember that by installing any software from unverified sources, you risk infecting your device with malware. But to take a closer look, the user was asked to sign up for free and link a bank card to their account. However, the list of employees they distributed was malware in disguise.

Phishing 100

Phishing Scams Cryptocurrency Accountability 100

Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

1970-1995 — Kevin Mitnick — Beginning in 1970, Kevin Mitnick penetrates some of the most highly-guarded networks in the world, including Nokia and Motorola, using elaborate social engineering schemes, tricking insiders into handing over codes and passwords, and using the codes to access internal computer systems.

Cybercrime 135

Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Banking Hacking 135