‘Predator’ — Nasty Android Spyware Revealed
Security Boulevard
MAY 30, 2023
Intellexa mercenary spyware chains five unpatched bugs—plus ‘Alien’ technology The post ‘Predator’ — Nasty Android Spyware Revealed appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Security Boulevard
MAY 30, 2023
Intellexa mercenary spyware chains five unpatched bugs—plus ‘Alien’ technology The post ‘Predator’ — Nasty Android Spyware Revealed appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 22, 2022
It could be via virus malware, phishing, social engineering, fileless malware, etc. So, we’re here to talk about one such common tactic: Spyware. What is spyware and how does it work? The post What is Spyware and How to Protect Against it? The post What is Spyware and How to Protect Against it?
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Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
The post More iOS Zero Days, More Mercenary Spyware — This Time: Cytrox Predator appeared first on Security Boulevard. Apple Scrambled to Fix 3 More CVEs: Egyptian opposition presidential candidate Ahmed Eltantawy targeted “by the government.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 28, 2023
The post Ironic: LetMeSpy Spyware Hackers Were Hacked (by Hackers) appeared first on Security Boulevard. Content warning: Abuse, stalking, controlling behavior, Schadenfreude, irony, doxxing.
Security Boulevard
JULY 29, 2022
The post Solved: Subzero Spyware Secret — Austrian Firm Fingered appeared first on Security Boulevard. DSIRF GmbH codenamed ‘Knotweed’ by Microsoft and RiskIQ.
Security Boulevard
JULY 19, 2023
Adds ‘Mercenary Spyware’ Firms to Ban List appeared first on Security Boulevard. European cousins Intellexa and Cytrox essentially banned by Commerce Dept. Predator/ALIEN not welcome in U.S. The post Biden Admin.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 22, 2022
NSO, notorious producer of the Pegasus nation-state spyware, is struggling. The post NSO Group Fires CEO — and 100 Staff — in Spyware ‘Streamlining’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. So it’s dumped its CEO, Shalev Hulio, and around 100 employees.
Security Boulevard
MAY 3, 2022
The notorious spyware, sold by NSO Group “only to governments,” caused large amounts of data to be exfiltrated. Hacked by NSO Pegasus Spyware (or was it?) The prime minister and the defense minister of Spain were infected with Pegasus. The post Spanish Govt. appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
APRIL 14, 2024
Crooks manipulate GitHub’s search results to distribute malware BatBadBut flaw allowed an attacker to perform command injection on Windows Roku disclosed a new security breach impacting 576,000 accounts LastPass employee targeted via an audio deepfake call TA547 targets German organizations with Rhadamanthys malware CISA adds D-Link multiple (..)
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
This Is What Will Change When You Sign On Growing use of AI in cybersecurity reveals new possibilities Are Software Updates Useless Against Advanced Persistent Threats? Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.
CyberSecurity Insiders
MARCH 16, 2023
But after the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, the focus of hackers has shifted more towards the smart phones with more phishing and social engineering attacks recorded in a 2nd quarter of 2022. The post Hackers shifting cybercrime focus towards smart phones and tablets appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 23, 2023
Vulns unpatched for FOUR years: ‘Triangulation’ spyware said to use backdoor Apple gave to NSA. The post Apple Fixes 0-Days — Russia Says US Used for Spying appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
JUNE 4, 2023
Xplain hack impacted the Swiss cantonal police and Fedpol Zyxel published guidance for protecting devices from ongoing attacks Kimsuky APT poses as journalists and broadcast writers in its attacks New Linux Ransomware BlackSuit is similar to Royal ransomware CISA adds Progress MOVEit Transfer zero-day to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (..)
Malwarebytes
JANUARY 25, 2024
Reconnaissance and social engineering are specific fields where AI can be deployed. Currently only state sponsored groups, professional spyware vendors, and the large criminal operations have access to, and know how to use advanced AI tools to increase the effectivity of their attacks.
SecureWorld News
JULY 11, 2022
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a warning in April that the group was targeting cryptocurrency and blockchain companies and that it was using social engineering schemes to gain access to the victim's network. The employee who fell for the social engineering scheme no longer works for Sky Mavis.
Security Affairs
JUNE 11, 2023
Gox exchange and operating BTC-e Japanese Pharmaceutical giant Eisai hit by a ransomware attack Clop ransomware gang was testing MOVEit Transfer bug since 2021 Stealth Soldier backdoor used is targeted espionage attacks in Libya Researchers published PoC exploit code for actively exploited Windows elevation of privilege issue Experts detail a new Kimsuky (..)
Security Boulevard
JULY 20, 2021
Yet another zero-day bug in iOS has allowed notorious spyware vendor NSO Group to break into the iPhones of journalists and activists. The post Apple’s Insecure iPhone Lets NSO Hack Journalists (Again) appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Cybersecurity neglect endangers gamblers Failure to properly set authentication poses significant risks, as merely knowing the website’s domain is enough for an attacker to access user data. The private user data was found in activity logs showing poor cybersecurity practices.
Hot for Security
JUNE 15, 2021
Given the portability and myriad of functionalities, mobile devices are highly susceptible to cyber threats, including malware, spyware and phishing attempts that may compromise that precious piece of tech we keep in our pocket and any information stored on it. Threat actors know that users often behave recklessly with their smart devices.
SecureWorld News
JULY 27, 2023
Cybersecurity vendor experts provided their commentary on the findings: Zane Bond, Head of Product at Keeper Security, said: "The first phase of any breach begins with an external facing risk, such as a software vulnerability or employee who falls victim to phishing. Historically, user errors have been more of a risk than technical issues.
SecureList
JANUARY 18, 2023
The threat landscape is constantly updated through new malware and spyware, advanced phishing methods, and new social engineering techniques. Last year, the cybersecurity of corporations and government agencies was more significant than ever before, and will become even more so in 2023.
BH Consulting
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Social engineering techniques, such as phishing, target not the systems but the people using them. So with European Cybersecurity Month here, now’s a good time to familiarise ourselves again with a popular cybercrime tactic. After all, it’s called social engineering for a reason. spyware, ransomware).”.
BH Consulting
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Cybersecurity conferences aren’t usually places where you expect to feel better about the world, but IRISSCON 2022 struck a surprisingly hopeful tone. I think we are living in the golden age of cybersecurity. He argued that security works when it costs €100,000 for spyware to hack into a politician’s iPhone.
Security Affairs
MARCH 8, 2020
FormBook data-stealing malware was used with cyber espionage purposes, like other spyware it is capable of extracting data from HTTP sessions, keystroke logging, stealing clipboard contents. See Using Caution with Email Attachments and Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Scams for more information.
SecureWorld News
MARCH 29, 2024
This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. One way or another, the fact persists that search engine abuse can amplify the problem. A mix of social engineering, hacking, and abuse of legitimate services makes this style of online crime incredibly effective.
Identity IQ
MAY 7, 2021
It’s one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity threats today, growing a staggering 300% since 2019 and leading to consumer losses of $3.5 Social Engineering: Cybercriminals are increasingly using sophisticated social engineering tools to trick people into revealing their login credentials.
Security Affairs
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a type of email phishing attack that relies on social engineering. Group-IB researchers note that the cybercriminals behind these BEC operations rely exclusively on a variety of publicly available Spyware and Remote Access Trojans (RATs), such as AgentTesla , Loky, AzoRult , Pony, NetWire , etc.
Identity IQ
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
The following vectors represent some of the most common ways a criminal could gain access to your accounts and is also known as an account takeover : Social Engineering. This involves manipulating individuals into sharing confidential information that can be used for fraudulent purposes. A common example is phishing.
Security Boulevard
MAY 8, 2024
PAFACA SueTok: U.S. Courts “likely” to rule whether new law is constitutional—or even practical. The post TikTok Ban — ByteDance Sues US to Kill Bill appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Identity IQ
JULY 17, 2023
Malware : Malicious software, such as viruses or spyware, can infect your devices and be used to steal your credentials. Social Engineering : Cybercriminals manipulate and deceive individuals into divulging their credentials through psychological manipulation or impersonation.
Identity IQ
JULY 17, 2023
Malware : Malicious software, such as viruses or spyware, can infect your devices and be used to steal your credentials. Social Engineering : Cybercriminals manipulate and deceive individuals into divulging their credentials through psychological manipulation or impersonation.
Spinone
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
Cybersecurity is an every-day growing industry, which inevitably infiltrates in the day-to-day life of each of us. With all the appearing tools, technologies, methods, and attacks, the cybersecurity field remains one of the hardest to grasp and to keep up with. The most widespread spyware are keyloggers and trojans.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 8, 2024
Hilltop BillTok: ByteDance mobilizing addicted user base, as U.S. TikTok ban steamrolls through Capitol Hill after unanimous committee vote. The post TikTok Ban Incoming — but ByteDance Fights Back appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 1, 2022
An Australian national has been charged for the creation and sale of the Imminent Monitor (IM) spyware, which was also used for criminal purposes. The 24-year-old Australian national Jacob Wayne John Keen has been charged for his alleged role in the development and sale of spyware known as Imminent Monitor (IM). Pierluigi Paganini.
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 1, 2023
For you plague, still: States can’t just ban apps, says federal judge. The post TikTok Ban Banned — Montana Loses in US Court appeared first on Security Boulevard.
eSecurity Planet
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Boost your organization’s IT literacy with ongoing cybersecurity training so they recognize the threats posed by malware attacks. In cybersecurity, a bot typically refers to an infected device containing malicious software. Additional features of botnets include spam, ad and click fraud, and spyware. Jump ahead: Adware.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2024
7521 momentum builds: Shou Zi Chew plays for time, while Electronic Frontier Foundation says TikTok-kill bill is DOA. The post TikTok ‘Ban’ — ByteDance CEO and EFF are BFFs appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Joseph Steinberg
JULY 13, 2022
Apple last week announced new security features specifically intended to offer “specialized additional protection to users who may be at risk of highly targeted cyberattacks from private companies developing state-sponsored mercenary spyware.”. Even in Lockdown mode, for example, people can easily install apps that spy on them.
Digital Shadows
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Threat actors can develop fake mobile apps to install adware, steal PII and financial data, extract cookies and credentials, and download further payloads (such as spyware) from a remote-controlled domain. 100% NOT a pyramid scheme Social media pages are not the only concern when it comes to brand and logo theft.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 2, 2023
Tit-For-Tat Triangulation Trojan Talk: Backdoor inserted at U.S. behest, alleges FSB. The post Russia Says NSA Hacked iOS With Apple’s Help — we Triangulate Kaspersky’s Research appeared first on Security Boulevard.
eSecurity Planet
JUNE 7, 2022
As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. Here are our picks for the top 20 cybersecurity software vendors plus 10 honorable mentions – with the caveat that at least a couple of those 30 companies are likely to merge.
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 28, 2023
“No Ordinary Vulnerability” — Operation Triangulation research uncovers new details of fantastic attack chain. The post NSA iPhone Backdoor? Apple Avoids Russian Blame Game appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
MAY 8, 2023
Clock Ticking for U.S. Ban: FT’s Cristina Criddle claims ByteDance spied on her—because she wrote damaging stories about TikTok. The post Knives Out for TikTok as Journo Reveals her Spy Story appeared first on Security Boulevard.
SecureList
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
In June, we identified a previously unknown Android spyware app that targets Persian-speaking individuals. The spyware itself collects various data from the victims’ devices, such as call logs or lists of contacts. SandStrike is distributed as a means to access resources about the Bahá?í í religion that are banned in Iran.
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