Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2023

stolen credit/debit cards Pegasus spyware used to spy on a Polish mayor Hundreds of thousands of websites hacked as part of redirection campaign MQsTTang, a new backdoor used by Mustang Panda APT against European entities Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 FiXS, a new ATM malware that is targeting Mexican banks BidenCash leaks 2.1M

Data breaches 98

Data breaches Spyware Ransomware Hacking 98

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

New XBash malware combines features from ransomware, cryptocurrency miners, botnets, and worms. NSO mobile Pegasus Spyware used in operations in 45 countries. Hackers stole $60 Million worth of cryptocurrencies from Japanese Zaif exchange. Homebuyers Being Targeted by Money Transfer Scam. Ngrok Mining Botnet.

Computers and Electronics 83

Computers and Electronics Cryptocurrency Data breaches Spyware 83

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Cryptocurrency targeted attacks. The cryptocurrency business continues to grow, and people continue to invest their money in this market because it’s a digital asset and all transactions occur online. More cryptocurrency-related threats: fake hardware wallets, smart contract attacks, DeFi hacks, and more.

Cryptocurrency 106

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 106

Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

The cryptocurrency sector that enables ransomware crime should be more closely regulated. Millions in the UK Targeted by Malware via a DHL Scam Text Message. Millions of UK citizens received a scam text message (aka smashing) which impersonated DHL in April. How Strong is Your Password? Million of the Costs.

Ransomware 124

Ransomware Passwords Scams Government 124

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

There are many types of cyberattacks , with top trends for 2022 including mobile attacks, ransomware, COVID-related scams and hacks, zero-click attacks , malicious QR codes , phishing , cryptojacking , and IoT malware attacks, among others. Restoration is offered in exchange for a ransom, usually in cryptocurrencies. Ransomware.

Backups 145

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 145

Security Affairs

MAY 8, 2020

Thus, the number of phishing attacks on cloud storages nearly doubled last year, while Internet providers have seen the three-fold increase in the number of phishing scams targeting them. They, in turn, let spyware and backdoors move ahead and become the second most popular malware with a 35-percent share. Balance of power.

Phishing 87

Phishing Spyware Banking Malware 87

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2022

Exposing a Currently Active Domain Portfolio of Tech Support Scam Domains – An OSINT Analysis. Exposing a Currently Active NSO Spyware Group’s Domain Portfolio – WhoisXML API Analysis. Introducing Astalavista.box.sk’s “Threat Crawler” Project – Earn Cryptocurrency for Catching the Bad Guys – Hardware Version Available.

Cybercrime 96

Cybercrime Hacking Scams Ransomware 96

SecureList

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This is the first known case of an app infected with OCR spyware being found in Apple’s official app marketplace. Conclusion Unfortunately, despite rigorous screening by the official marketplaces and general awareness of OCR-based crypto wallet theft scams, the infected apps still found their way into Google Play and the App Store.

Malware 136

Malware Encryption Mobile Cryptocurrency 136

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

The word “covid” in various combinations was typically used in the names of packages hiding spyware and banking Trojans, adware or Trojan droppers. It stole credentials for various financial systems including online banking applications and cryptocurrency wallets in Brazil. Pandemic theme in mobile threats. Great Britain.

Mobile 145

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 145

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

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. Crypojacking – when a hacker unauthorisedly uses someone’s computing power to mine cryptocurrency.

Passwords 40

Passwords Social Engineering Malware Encryption 40

Webroot

MAY 12, 2021

Bitcoin scams. With cryptocurrency values soaring again, executable based cryptojacking has been on the rise.” We observed targeted and localised bitcoin scams promising riches and asking users for banking details. An example of a bitcoin scam site that has been localised to appeal to users browsing with an Irish IP address.

Scams 126

Scams Mobile Social Engineering Advertising 126

Security Affairs

APRIL 27, 2025

million patients Crooks exploit the death of Pope Francis WhatsApp introduces Advanced Chat Privacy to protect sensitive communications Android spyware hidden in mapping software targets Russian soldiers Crypto mining campaign targets Docker environments with new evasion technique The popular xrpl.js

Data breaches 63

Data breaches Spyware Malware Retail 63

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Iran Crisis Russia-Aligned TAG-70 Targets European Government and Military Mail Servers in New Espionage Campaign U.S.

Spyware 129

Spyware Cyber Insurance Hacking Government 129

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

SecureList

AUGUST 5, 2021

Parcel scam: buy one, get none. Therefore, any offer to buy them is evidently a scam. Another traditional scam aims to persuade the user that they are the lucky winner of a tidy sum. Investments and public property scams. or cryptocurrency secured by these resources. In other words, ownerless parcels are not sold.

Phishing 133

Phishing Banking Scams Computers and Electronics 133

Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

Infecting systems and using them to mine cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. Hackers demand cryptocurrency in exchange for the decryption key that allows you to access your data again. Spyware is software designed to capture your activity and sensitive information without your knowledge or consent. How Does Malware Spread?

Malware 98

Malware Adware Spyware Advertising 98

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Thus, during the World Cup a brand-new scam appeared: it offered users to win a newly released iPhone 14 for predicting match outcomes. These sites referenced public figures and humanitarian groups, offering to accept cash in cryptocurrency, something that should have raised a red flag in itself.

Phishing 116

Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 116

SecureList

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Other scam pages featured surveys, offering respondents gifts or prize draws for participating. Such fake giveaways are a classic scam tactic. Beyond verification scams, fraudsters also lured victims with attractive offers. Some scams offered users a surprise “gift” a free Telegram Premium subscription.

Phishing 87

Phishing Scams Cryptocurrency Computers and Electronics 87

Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2025

from Bybit, it is the largest cryptocurrency heist ever International Press Newsletter Cybercrime Mining Company NioCorp Loses $500,000 in BEC Hack Inside Black Bastas Exposed Internal Chat Logs: A Firsthand Look The Bleeding Edge of Phishing: darcula-suite 3.0

Cybercrime 60

Cybercrime Hacking Ransomware Cryptocurrency 60

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

CISA adds new Ivanti Cloud Services Appliance Vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Ivanti warns of a new actively exploited Cloud Services Appliance (CSA) flaw International law enforcement operation dismantled criminal communication platform Ghost U.S.

Surveillance 118

Surveillance Cryptocurrency Spyware Phishing 118

Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

CISA adds Ivanti Connect Secure, Policy Secure and ZTA Gateways flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group pleads guilty The controversial case of the threat actor EncryptHub PoisonSeed Campaign uses stolen email credentials to spread crypto seed scams and and empty wallets EDR-as-a-Service (..)

Data breaches 60

Data breaches Cybercrime Ransomware Hacking 60