Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. It combines multiple security capabilities into one easy-to-use package that includes: Antivirus protection Detects and neutralizes viruses, malware , spyware , and ransomware.

Antivirus 84

Antivirus Identity Theft Cyber threats Phishing 84

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. A stepping stone to impactful cybercrime This tactic has tangible real-world implications. The silver lining is that such scams are fairly easy to avoid.

Cybercrime 108

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 108

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2025

Authorities recovered $31 Million Related to 2021 Uranium Finance cyber heist Serbian student activists phone hacked using Cellebrite zero-day exploit Qilin ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the Lee Enterprises attack Meta fired 20 employees for leaking information, more firings expected International Press Newsletter Cybercrime U.S.

Data breaches 71

Data breaches Hacking Artificial Intelligence Cybercrime 71

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Gov imposes visa restrictions on individuals misusing Commercial Spyware HPE is investigating claims of a new security breach Experts warn of a surge of attacks targeting Ivanti SSRF flaw How to hack the Airbus NAVBLUE Flysmart+ Manager Crooks stole $25.5

Spyware 129

Spyware Surveillance DDOS Identity Theft 129

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Threat actors involved in tech support scams have been running a browser locker campaign from November 2020 until February 2021 on the world’s largest adult platforms including PornHub. In all, we detected close to 100 decoy domain names set up as “advertising landing pages” used to redirect victims to browser locker scams.

Scams 101

Scams Advertising Spyware Mobile 101

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

CISA adds SonicWall SonicOS, ImageMagick and Linux Kernel bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Electronic payment gateway Slim CD disclosed a data breach impacting 1.7M

Data breaches 126

Data breaches Computers and Electronics Spyware Cybercrime 126

Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

Cybersecurity US holds conference on military AI use with dozens of allies to determine ‘responsible’ use DFSA’s Cyber Risk Management Guidelines: A Blueprint for Cyber Resilience?

Malware 129

Malware Cybercrime Hacking Cyber threats 129

Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2020

Spyware turned out to be the most common malware class hiding in fraudulent COVID-19 emails, with AgentTesla topping the list of phishers’ favorite strains. Spyware: the most likely COVID-19 payload. Most COVID-19-related phishing emails analyzed had different spyware strains embedded as attachments. Source: CERT-GIB.

Phishing 143

Phishing Malware Spyware DDOS 143

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2024

GootLoader is still active and efficient Hackers stole OpenAI secrets in a 2023 security breach Hackers leak 170k Taylor Swift’s ERAS Tour Barcodes Polyfill.io

Data breaches 124

Data breaches Hacking Banking Spyware 124

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Virtual Kidnapping: AI Tools Are Enabling IRL Extortion Scams How a ‘Refund Fraud’ Gang Stole $700,000 From Amazon Info from 5.6 Virtual Kidnapping: AI Tools Are Enabling IRL Extortion Scams How a ‘Refund Fraud’ Gang Stole $700,000 From Amazon Info from 5.6

DDOS 131

DDOS Data breaches Ransomware Marketing 131

Security Affairs

JUNE 25, 2023

Someone is sending mysterious smartwatches to the US Military personnel CISA orders govt agencies to fix recently disclosed flaws in Apple devices VMware fixed five memory corruption issues in vCenter Server Fortinet fixes critical FortiNAC RCE, install updates asap More than a million GitHub repositories potentially vulnerable to RepoJacking New Mirai (..)

DDOS 98

DDOS Cybercrime Spyware Malware 98

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2022

Folks, Who wants to dive deep into some of my latest commercially available research and stay on the top of their OSINT/cybercrime research and threat intelligence gathering game that also includes their team and organization? Dancho Danchev’s “Intell on the Criminal Underground – Who’s Who in Cybercrime for ” Presentation – [PDF].

Cybercrime 96

Cybercrime Hacking Scams Ransomware 96

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

CISA adds Apache OFBiz bug to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Critical flaw in WPML WordPress plugin impacts 1M websites China-linked APT Volt Typhoon exploited a zero-day in Versa Director Researchers unmasked the notorious threat actor USDoD The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber a record €290M Google addressed the tenth (..)

Malware 123

Malware Surveillance Firewall Phishing 123

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

NSO mobile Pegasus Spyware used in operations in 45 countries. Magecart cybercrime group stole customers credit cards from Newegg electronics retailer. Homebuyers Being Targeted by Money Transfer Scam. Cracked Windows installations are serially infected with EternalBlue exploit code. Sustes Malware: CPU for Monero.

Computers and Electronics 87

Computers and Electronics Cryptocurrency Data breaches Spyware 87

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. That being said, we have insufficient data to attribute the campaign to a known cybercrime gang. For instance, ComeCome for iOS was infected in the same way as its Android version.

Malware 142

Malware Encryption Mobile Cryptocurrency 142

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

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. Research by Verizon has shown that a third of all breaches in the past year involved phishing scams. Install Anti-Malware Software.

Accountability 105

Accountability Data breaches Passwords Social Engineering 105

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2019

ViceLeaker Android spyware targets users in the Middle East. Updates for Samsung, the scam app with 10M+ downloads. FBI warns on sextortion scams targeting teenagers. Israeli blamed Russia for jamming at Israeli Ben Gurion airport. New variant of Dridex banking Trojan implements polymorphism.

Scams 73

Scams Spyware Advertising DNS 73

IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

With so many well known banking sites falling short when it comes to blocking fraudsters, cybersecurity experts at VPNOverview have compiled a list of 12 safety tips to keep your money safe from malware and phishing scams. What are the possible dangers of online banking?

Banking 80

Banking Cybersecurity Antivirus Phishing 80

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

These are attractive aspects that cybercrime groups will be unable to resist. And not only cybercrime groups, but also state-sponsored groups who have already started targeting this industry. According to the freshest data on DeFi, every hour 15 newly deployed scams against smart contracts are detected.

Cryptocurrency 106

Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 106

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.

Phishing 88

Phishing Spyware Banking Malware 88

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

charity and movement by the cybersecurity industry that supports more than 2,000 individuals and sole traders impacted by cybercrime and online harm every month. It encompasses various forms of cybercrime and online harm, including cyberstalking, tracking, hacking accounts and intimate image abuse.

Surveillance 98

Surveillance Technology Accountability Spyware 98

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Uber scam lures victims with alert from a real Uber number Teaching cybersecurity skills to special needs children with Alana Robinson: Lock and Code S02E18.

Phishing 70

Phishing Surveillance Malware Backups 70

BH Consulting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Banks and insurance companies are telling customers to be wary of scam messages. Phishing and scam emails are – by some distance – the leading cause of ransomware infections, according to Statista. So with European Cybersecurity Month here, now’s a good time to familiarise ourselves again with a popular cybercrime tactic.

Security Awareness 52

Security Awareness Phishing Scams Social Engineering 52

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. That being said, we have insufficient data to attribute the campaign to a known cybercrime gang. For instance, ComeCome for iOS was infected in the same way as its Android version.

Malware 137

Malware Encryption Mobile Cryptocurrency 137

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Phishing phantoms: masters of disguise Phishing scams have become more sophisticated. Like vampires, malware strains can operate quietly, leeching data or encrypting files without warning, making ransomware and spyware infections incredibly haunting. Spooky fact : Sophos says the average ransom in 2024 is $2.73

IoT 120

IoT Phishing DDOS Backups 120

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 67

Data breaches Spyware Malware Retail 67

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 133

Spyware Cyber Insurance Hacking Advertising 133

Security Affairs

MAY 26, 2024

million individuals North Korea-linked Kimsuky used a new Linux backdoor in recent attacks International Press – Newsletter Cybercrime Healthcare company WebTPA discloses breach affecting 2.5

Healthcare 131

Healthcare Spyware Data breaches Banking 131

Security Affairs

AUGUST 11, 2024

CISA adds Apache OFBiz and Android kernel bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Russian cyber spies stole data and emails from UK government systems 0.0.0.0

Spyware 121

Spyware Ransomware Hacking Government 121

Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2024

US government sanctions twelve Kaspersky Lab executives Experts found a bug in the Linux version of RansomHub ransomware UEFICANHAZBUFFEROVERFLOW flaw in Phoenix SecureCore UEFI firmware potentially impacts hundreds of PC and server models Russia-linked APT Nobelium targets French diplomatic entities US bans sale of Kaspersky products due to risks (..)

Firmware 117

Firmware Data breaches Banking Hacking 117

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The cybercrime campaigns below demonstrate how crooks can get a leg up in this cat-and-mouse game. By granting this permission, victims unwittingly give the green light to an influx of pop-up ads that appear outside the browser and include links disseminating rogue extensions or promoting tech support scams.

Cybercrime 98

Cybercrime Phishing Accountability Government 98

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. An example of a phishing page mimicking the Netflix login page.

Phishing 127

Phishing Accountability Malware Adware 127

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 18, 2021

No surreptitious implantation of spyware to collect admin credentials. Online scams already ruin people’s lives by emptying their bank accounts. The breach at the Oldsmar water plant, however, may have involved no malware at all. No spear-phishing attack against an executive’s personal device. No initial breach and lateral movement.

Ransomware 145

Ransomware Firewall Antivirus Cybersecurity 145

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 63

Cybercrime Hacking Ransomware Cryptocurrency 63

Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2025

CVSS) in IOS XE That Enables Root Exploits via JWT Internet tracking: How and why were followed online Google to pay Texas $1.4 CVSS) in IOS XE That Enables Root Exploits via JWT Internet tracking: How and why were followed online Google to pay Texas $1.4

Spyware 65

Spyware Ransomware Malware DDOS 65

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 123

Surveillance Cryptocurrency Spyware Phishing 123