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IT threat evolution Q1 2024

SecureList

This RAT allows an attacker to surveil and harvest sensitive data from a target computer. Cracked applications are one of the easiest ways for attackers to get malware onto people’s computers: to elevate their privileges, they only need to ask for the password, which usually arouses no suspicion during software installation.

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5 pro-freedom technologies that could change the Internet

Malwarebytes

The request is sent in plain text, which is the computer networking equivalent of yelling the names of all the websites you’re visiting out loud. Passwordless authentication could usher in a world where we no longer rely on passwords, and that could be an enormous, unabashed win for security and peace of mind.

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The author of the LuminosityLink RAT sentenced to 30 Months in Prison

Security Affairs

to more than 6,000 customers, he also helped them to hack computers worldwide. LuminosityLink, that Grubbs knew would be used by some customers to remotely access and control their victims’ computers without the victims’ knowledge or consent. Our modern society is dependent on computers, mobile devices, and the use of the internet.

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Florida Man Arrested in SIM Swap Conspiracy

Krebs on Security

Unauthorized SIM swaps often are perpetrated by fraudsters who have already stolen or phished a target’s password, as many banks and online services rely on text messages to send users a one-time code that needs to be entered in addition to a password for online authentication.

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The Hacker Mind Podcast: Never Mess With A Hacker

ForAllSecure

Lately, though, the TSA in the United States has been upgrading its scanning machines so that everyone -- not just those who pay to be Clear and TSA Pre -- can go through without having to take electronic items out of your luggage. Sometimes you can use surveillance tools in your favor. It really does speed things up in security.

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CISSPs from Around the Globe: An Interview with James Wright

CyberSecurity Insiders

Early in my childhood, I remember seeing my first computer in my elementary school's computer lab. Besides my love for computers, I always imagined myself serving in the Air Force. There, I learned all sorts of things about computers and electronics that I didn't even know existed.

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What is Malware? Definition, Purpose & Common Protections

eSecurity Planet

Anyone who has used a computer for any significant length of time has probably at least heard of malware. Once a system is infected, ransomware attacks usually come in 3 stages: Surveillance: The hackers scan their target for more information on the system they are attacking.

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