Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

In most cases, however, malware is about profiting from data theft by: Stealing consumer credit card information and other financial data. Tricking a target into providing sensitive information for identity theft. Infecting systems and using them to mine cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. How Does Malware Spread?

Malware 98

Malware Adware Spyware Advertising 98

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Restoration is offered in exchange for a ransom, usually in cryptocurrencies. Attackers use different techniques to trick victims into giving away sensitive information like passwords, social security numbers, and financial data, or tricking them into clicking or downloading malware. Crimeware and spyware. Other methods.

Backups 141

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 141

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

These sites referenced public figures and humanitarian groups, offering to accept cash in cryptocurrency, something that should have raised a red flag in itself. The scheme likely aimed at identity theft: the illegal use of others’ personal details for deriving profit.

Phishing 90

Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 90

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Malware and Ransomware Adware – Software that automatically displays or downloads material when a user is offline. Spyware – malware that spies on the computer to collect the information about a product, a company, a person. The most widespread spyware are keyloggers and trojans.

Passwords 40

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. Warning signs. Common types.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. Don’t worry though.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107