Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

The general manager of Escrow.com said he suspected the call was a scam, but decided to play along for about an hour — all the while recording the call and coaxing information out of the scammer. One multifactor option — physical security keys — appears to be immune to these advanced scams.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 6, 2022

The smash-and-grab attacks by LAPSUS$ obscure some of the group’s less public activities, which according to Microsoft include targeting individual user accounts at cryptocurrency exchanges to drain crypto holdings. The flash scam netted the perpetrators more than $100,000 in the ensuing hours.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

In the world of online scams, criminals care about one thing: Your money. Earlier this year, a woman in Tennessee was fooled in an online dating scam by a thief who stole $390,000 of her money. By selling fake raffle tickets for the promotion, the scammers raked in $438,000 worth of cryptocurrency. Do use a cybersecurity app.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Visit Microsoft Defender Pros & Cons Pros Cons Free Limited advanced features Integration with windows No VPN feature Automatic updates Only supports Windows Key Features Real-time threat protection: Microsoft Defender actively monitors your system for viruses, malware, and other threats. It supports Windows OS only. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Researchers at Cluster25 spotted similar activity , targeting a multitude of interests including how-to guides, cryptocurrency, VPN software, and more. Target machines are scanned for card details, passwords, cryptocurrency wallets and other forms of data. Tips to avoid scams.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Cybercriminals continued targeting gamers’ accounts filled with valuable in-game items or giving access to games on several devices, and often used in-game currency to lure victims to participate in their scams. Unfortunately, this ambiguity sets the stage for an anticipated increase in charity-related scams in 2024.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2025

CISA adds Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Threat actors breached the Argentinas airport security police (PSA) payroll Moxa router flaws pose serious risks to industrial environmets US adds Tencent to the list of companies supporting Chinese military Eagerbee backdoor targets govt entities (..)

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

a demo for anti-virus software, VPN, music players, photo editing or online games) to hijack the channel of YouTube creators. Once hijacked the channel, attackers either sell it to the highest bidder or employ it in cryptocurrency scam scheme. The hackers used fake collaboration opportunities (i.e.

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Security Affairs

MAY 9, 2021

Experts found critical authentication bypass flaw in HPE Edgeline Infrastructure Manager UNC2529, a new sophisticated cybercrime gang that targets U.S. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini. SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter, cyber security).

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Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2020

hacked, data of 600k users available for sale Updated: Italian email provider Email.it supports the Secure Boot Fake Cisco ‘Critical Update used in phishing campaign to steal WebEx credentials Hackers accessed staff mailboxes at Italian bank Monte dei Paschi SFO discloses data breach following the hack of 2 of its websites.

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Hacking Advertising Surveillance Phishing 109

Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2025

Malware AMOS and Lumma stealers actively spread to Reddit users MalwareBytes Reddit posts (directly on reddit.com ) by threat actors on subreddits frequented by cryptocurrency traders link to information stealing malware.

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Surveillance Telecommunications Data breaches Spyware 75

Malwarebytes

MARCH 16, 2022

The campaign distributes a file known for password theft, and hunts for those passwords in browsers, cookies, a variety of cryptocurrency wallets, VPN clients, and many more besides. This is the basis of a basic YouTube scam. Finally, many scams of this nature use URL shortening services. When history repeats itself.

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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. Unpatched Fortinet VPN Devices Vulnerable to New Cring Ransomware.

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Ransomware Passwords Scams Government 124

Hot for Security

MAY 25, 2021

Since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, spikes in online scams, fraud, identity theft, phishing and malware attacks have served as a constant reminder that individuals are waging war on two fronts.

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Cybersecurity Identity Theft Media Digital transformation 124

Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Can two VPN “wrongs” make a right? Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Amazon SIdewalk starts sharing your WiFi data tomorrow, thanks White hat, black hat, grey hat hackers: what’s the difference ?

Cybercrime 56

Cybercrime Scams Phishing Cryptocurrency 56

Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2019

You must always be cautious while browsing any site on the internet as it is a world full of scams and cons. Opt for VPN. VPN is the safest mode of surfing the internet and provides the best cybersecurity. These safety tips protect you from the general tricks and scams of hackers. Browse Safely.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 12, 2018

· Russian troll factory suspected to be behind the attack against Italian President Mattarella. · Salesforce warns of API error that exposed Marketing data. · Tech Support Scams improved with adoption of Call Optimization Service. · Dept.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Additionally, we looked at the phishing activity around gaming, specifically that related to cybersports tournaments, bookmakers, gaming marketplaces, and gaming platforms, and found numerous examples of scams that target gamers and esports fans. Key findings. Trojan-PSW.Win32.Convagent Convagent and Trojan-PSW.Win32.Stealer

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Transactions on the dark web are typically conducted using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin to maintain anonymity. Transactions on the dark web are often carried out with Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, which are unregulated and difficult to trace back to the user. Consider using a VPN to maintain greater anonymity.

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Identity Theft Cryptocurrency Government Engineering 98

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2022

Exposing a Currently Active Domain Portfolio of Tech Support Scam Domains – An OSINT Analysis. Exposing a Currently Active Free Rogue VPN Domains Portfolio Courtesy of the NSA – 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

Krebs on Security

MAY 22, 2023

Social networks are constantly battling inauthentic bot accounts that send direct messages to users promoting scam cryptocurrency investment platforms. The messages said recipients had earned an investment credit at a cryptocurrency trading platform called moonxtrade[.]com. “On Twitter, more spam and crypto scam.”

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Scams DDOS Cryptocurrency Accountability 310

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Another likely explanation is the rise in VPN vulnerabilities, as highlighted by the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), meaning more opportunities of attack for threat actors to exploit. ” APLHV disbanded in late December 2023 after conducting an exit scam against its affiliates.

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Cyber Attacks Phishing Ransomware Cyber Insurance 59

Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Virtual Private Network (VPN) – technology that extends a private network and all its encryption, security, and functionality across a public network. Crypojacking – when a hacker unauthorisedly uses someone’s computing power to mine cryptocurrency. It is used by websites to prevent bots from spamming.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

First Facebook scam Translation: Deadly accident on highway causes several fatalities Notable about this one is that it was posted as a fundraiser and so does not allow comments, which blocks me from posting a warning that this is a scam. I have seen two different types in German.

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Scams Passwords Accountability Identity Theft 141

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

People like Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Kim Kardashian West, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk were suddenly tweeting about a can't miss double your bitcoin opportunity, that was really a scam. The teens also took over Twitter accounts of several cryptocurrency companies regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS).

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Social Engineering Media Scams Financial Services 104

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Another likely explanation is the rise in VPN vulnerabilities, as highlighted by the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), meaning more opportunities of attack for threat actors to exploit. ” APLHV disbanded in late December 2023 after conducting an exit scam against its affiliates.

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 2, 2019

It’s still a relatively uncommon exploit, but if you are visibly in possession of something hackers want–whether it’s a cool “OG” handle on social media, cryptocurrency or the codes to launch nuclear war–the assaults on attractive targets will increase in 2019.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Last year, we suggested that charity-related scams would increase globally. We witnessed cases of abusing such efforts, particularly those associated with the Israeli-Hamas conflict, with Kaspersky researchers uncovering more than 540 scam emails and numerous fraudulent websites that imitated legitimate humanitarian aid campaigns.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We should expect more fraud, targeting mostly BTC , because this cryptocurrency is the most popular. In fact, from January through the end of October, Kaspersky detected more than 2,300 fraudulent global resources aimed at 85,000 potential crypto investors or users who are interested in cryptocurrency mining.

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