The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Use strong passwords, 2FA. The security of your Bitcoin wallet is mostly dependent on the strength of your passwords. Use uppercase, lowercase, digits, special characters, and a combination of them to create strong, one-of-a-kind passwords. A virtual private network (VPN) can offer an additional layer of encryption and security.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Be cautious of websites that promise extravagant discounts, as they may be phishing scams or counterfeit sites. Avoid Grinchy Phishing Scams Phishing scams are the Grinches of the online shopping world. How can I identify phishing emails and websites? When in doubt, don’t click!

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

A Cookie Theft malware was employed in phishing attacks against YouTube creators, Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) warns. Financially motivated threat actors are using Cookie Theft malware in phishing attacks against YouTube creators since late 2019. Below are the job descriptions used to recruit the hackers.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In addition, fake QR codes can download malware onto your device, compromising your privacy and security. ” When scanned, they may redirect you to a phishing website that looks like the restaurant’s official website but is designed to steal your personal information, including credit card details.

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Troy Hunt

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

As I started delving back through my own writing over the years, the picture became much clearer and it really crystallised just this week after I inadvertently landed on a nasty phishing site. In the end I broke it down into 3 Ps: padlocks, phishing and privacy. Here's the value proposition of a VPN in the modern era: 1.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2024

The APT group was spotted exploiting public-facing servers, it was observed sending spear phishing emails to deliver previously undetected backdoors. We found that the group frequently uses compromised government webservers to host their backdoors and send download links to other government entities via spear phishing emails.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2021

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs, our podcast featured Malwarebytes senior security researcher JP Taggart, who talked to us about why you need to trust your VPN. But obscuring your Internet activity—including the websites you visit, the searches you make, the files you download—doesn’t mean that a VPN magically disappears those things.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 10, 2022

Although the mail is being described as phishing, there is no direct request for passwords or logins linked to in the mail itself. A rogue file called JesterStealer is downloaded to the victim’s PC and executes when the document is opened with macros enabled. ” Source: CERT-UA.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

Whether it’s through downloading a rogue attachment or playing a game from an unprotected website, computer viruses are common. Phishing and stolen identities – Phishing, the go-to method of attack for cybercriminals, is also a frequent tactic within the gaming community.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Use of a VPN – virtual private networks (VPN) create a secure connection to other networks over the internet. At the most basic level, it’s critical to change default passwords on routers at home and in the workplace. Beware passwords – passwords remain the weakest link for most organizations.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 3, 2018

Industrial sector hit by a surgical spear-phishing campaign aimed at installing legitimate remote administration software on victims’ machines. Attackers personalized the content of each phishing email reflecting the activity of the target organization and the type of work performed by the employee to whom the email is sent.

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IT Security Guru

AUGUST 9, 2022

Secure your accounts with complex passwords. Are your passwords so strong you struggle to remember them? If not, it might be time you shift to new password and cryptography strategies. . This method works because many people set ordinary and easy-to-remember passwords, often using the same one for multiple accounts.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Make sure your smartphone, tablet and laptop are password-protected, particularly if you’re in the habit of carrying them around wherever you go. VPNs encrypt data , making it much harder to intercept when transmitted through a shared or suspect internet connection. Create long and strong passwords. Change passwords repeatedly.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2022

It scans your computer and other gadgets for viruses, adware and other malware you may inadvertently come across as you browse the web, download software or open email attachments. Some antivirus solutions can help protect you against other threats like phishing attacks by warning you about suspicious emails and risky links or attachments.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 23, 2023

AT&T Alien Labs researchers have discovered a new variant of BlackGuard stealer in the wild, infecting using spear phishing attacks. When it finishes collecting sensitive data, the malware will zip the main folder using the password “xNET3301LIVE” and send it to its command & control. Figure 4) Figure 4.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The 2021 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report observes passwords caused 89% of web application breaches, either through stolen credentials or brute force attacks, making the protection of credentials a high priority. Hackers are well aware of this and collect passwords from credential dumps or the dark web. million to $4.24

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

To limit the research scope, we analyzed several lists of most popular games and based on this, created a list of TOP 28 games and game series available for download or about to be released on the streaming platforms Origin and Steam, as well as platform-independent titles. Trojan-Downloader. Cyberthreats using games as a lure.

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Javvad Malik

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Cloud usage has increased, we’ve seen VPN’s crop up everywhere, and the shiny hotness that is MFA (multi factor authentication). At the beginning of lockdown, we saw phishing emails which claimed to be from IT asking unwitting staff to download the latest VPN. Spoiler alert, it wasn’t a VPN.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 25, 2022

Use of vendor-supplied default configurations or default login usernames and passwords. Network devices are also often preconfigured with default administrator usernames and passwords to simplify setup. Remote services, such as a virtual private network (VPN), lack sufficient controls to prevent unauthorized access.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

More Phishing Attacks. Phishing may seem like an ordinary part of online life, but it could also be the initial volley in a major cyberattack. Phishing here is shorthand for the Pantheon of Ishings: generic, spearphishing (personalized), vishing (phone based), and SMishing (text based). password, 123456, qwerty, etc.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

PYSA/Mespinoza can arrive on victims’ networks either via phishing campaigns or by brute-forcing Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) credentials to gain access. Phishing campaigns and domain typosquatting also come into play. Consider installing and using a VPN. And this isn’t just limited to ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Apparently the incident disabled at least a part of the internal network as employees were asked to stay at home and not use the VPN to log in. Train your staff so they have the information they need to: Be alert about phishing attempts. Use secure and unique passwords. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Phishing continues to be key for these campaigns and it’s typically the first step in compromising a business for the nastiest malware. They steal and lock files away and they will absolutely leak data in the most damaging way if a ransom settlement is not reached. Discover more about 2021’s Nastiest Malware on the Webroot Community.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 6, 2020

Consider installing and using a VPN. Use two-factor authentication with strong passwords. One of the images shared by the group shows a directory containing folders such as Accounts Receivable, Finance, collection letters, Expenses, and Employees. . Install and regularly update anti-virus or anti-malware software on all hosts.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 17, 2021

. “Mandiant Consulting observed the Trojanized installer downloaded on a Windows workstation after the user visited a legitimate site that the victim organization had used before.” “Mandiant confirmed the user intended to download, install, and use the SmartPSS software. ” continues the analysis.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Most security threats faced by regular users arrive via the Internet, whether it’s a malicious app or a rigged website , a scam delivered through the user’s social media channels, or a phishing scheme carried out via email or SMS. Furthermore, most consumer-oriented threats focus on stealing data (passwords, credit card information, etc).

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

App downloads. A common example is phishing. Phishing is a type of social engineering attack whereby hackers send fictitious emails or other communication , from what appears to be a trusted company, to induce victims to reveal personal information such as passwords, usernames or payment details. Bank details. Biometrics.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2019

It may be used to download unauthorized stuff or may be used for uploading disputed content on the internet. VPN or Virtual Private Network is the most secure way of connecting with the online world. VPN also provides an encrypted tunnel for all your online activities and closes all doors for spies and cybercriminals.

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Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2023

The spear-phishing message appears as a benign conversation lure masquerading as a senior fellow with the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) to the public media contact for a nuclear security expert at a US-based think tank focused on foreign affairs. Once executed the macro, the recipient is directed to a Dropbox URL.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Common Data Threats in the Workplace Many of the most common data threats involve an employee being careless or making a simple mistake: Phishing and smishing. Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

This leads to a loss of control over what is downloaded, what links are clicked on, and what files are being accessed or even uploaded; thus, leaving the business exposed to various security incidents. Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

As with other “big game” ransomware, the delivery method changes according to the preferences of the group operating it, but among the most common attack vectors are remote desktop protocol (RDP) , phishing , and weaknesses in either software or hardware. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 22, 2019

They can see the passwords you use, your email address, your name and physical address, phone numbers and any other type of personal information that you might happen to enter into a website. For instance there are automated tools that look for passwords and write them into a file whenever they see one. In the name of self defence.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 5, 2022

While looking for threats targeting Ukraine, we identified a group we call “Nigerian Tesla” that has been dabbling into phishing and other data theft activities for a number of years. It contained a link to a file sharing site that downloads an archive containing an executable file. Spam campaign. hackforums.net exploit.in

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Make it a habit to reboot devices often, ensuring that downloaded updates are activated. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps.

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