Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Ransomware is a type of malware, but others exist, including spyware, adware, bots and Trojans. Additionally, operating systems, firewalls and firmware must be hardened and updated with vendor provided patches regularly and timely, and previously mentioned anti-virus software must be kept up to date.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity DDOS Small Business Phishing 98

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. Later that year, we documented the PowerPepper campaign. When the fetched document is opened, it connects to the second C2 server.

Malware 121

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 121

Pen Test Partners

MAY 26, 2025

Our investigation revealed spyware with call-forwarding and banking credential capture, likely installed via custom firmware on the device. During that time, they remotely accessed the companys Google Workspace from an AWS-hosted IP, quietly exfiltrating over 2,800 sensitive HR documents. It redirected to a fake Microsoft login.

Banking 64

Banking VPN Ransomware Scams 64

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Sophos: Noted that 43% of all 2023 malware signature updates are for stealers, spyware, and keyloggers often used to steal credentials from devices. 60% of all mobile and browser zero-days are exploited by spyware vendors. 20% increase accesses of specific organizations advertised. and software libraries to attack the supply chain.

Cybersecurity 116

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Ransomware 116

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In May, Ars Technica reported that BootGuard private keys had been stolen following a ransomware attack on Micro-Star International (MSI) in March this year (firmware on PCs with Intel chips and BootGuard enabled will only run if it is digitally signed using the appropriate keys).

Hacking 140

Hacking Malware Energy and Utilities Government 140

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Endpoint Security: Antivirus , anti-spyware , endpoint detection and response (EDR), and other controls should be deployed to secure the endpoint against compromise. and mobile (phones, tablets, etc.)

Firewall 108

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 108

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Additional features of botnets include spam, ad and click fraud, and spyware. Cybersecurity vendors like Panda Security suggest the best way to defend against crimeware is using a combination of antivirus, anti-spyware, firewalls, and threat detection technology. Firmware rootkit. Jump ahead: Adware. Bots and botnets.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 1, 2023

ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang hacked the hotel chain Motel One FBI warns of dual ransomware attacks Progress Software fixed two critical severity flaws in WS_FTP Server Child abuse site taken down, organized child exploitation crime suspected – exclusive A still unpatched zero-day RCE impacts more than 3.5M

Artificial Intelligence 129

Artificial Intelligence Firmware Data breaches Hacking 129

SecureList

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This quarter we identified several malicious infection documents, droppers and implants that are typical of Gamaredon; and which may suggest an ongoing malicious campaign against the Ukrainian government, possibly active since May. The first was the use of weaponized Microsoft Office documents with malicious macros.

Malware 145

Malware Government Surveillance Spyware 145