Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The CyberNews research team discovered an unsecured data bucket that belongs to View Media, an online marketing company. The user record files were created based on locations and ZIP codes that the marketing company’s campaigns were targeting and contained full names, addresses, zip codes, emails, and phone numbers of people based in the US.

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Marketing Media Advertising Identity Theft 114

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 20, 2023

Related: How Google, Facebook enable snooping In fact, a majority of scams occur through social engineering. The rise of social media has added to the many user-friendly digital tools scammers, sextortionists, and hackers can leverage in order to manipulate their victims.

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Media Identity Theft Internet Internet 214

Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2020

Example of leaked email addresses: Besides the CSV files, the bucket also contained voice recordings of several sales pitches to digital marketers about RepWatch, which appears to be a long-defunct domain reputation management tool and may or – considering when the files were uploaded – may not be related to the CSV files stored in the bucket.

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Social Engineering Passwords Marketing Phishing 145

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2022

Removing the unlock allowed the phones to be sold on the black market and enabled T-Mobile customers to stop using T-Mobile's services and thereby deprive T-Mobile of revenue generated from customers' service contracts and equipment installment plans.". mandatory two years in federal prison for aggravated identity theft.

Mobile 98

Mobile Identity Theft Social Engineering Retail 98

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Digital activities provide a fuller picture of your preferences and personality and are often used by companies for targeted marketing or to help improve user experience. Social media activity: likes, shares, comments and posts. population vulnerable to identity theft. ID numbers. Passport details. Digital Activities.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2021

What’s more, Hodson observed, the email addresses and phone numbers in the leak can easily be leveraged for email or phone scams, spam campaigns, and identity theft. ” If so, there’s still a market for that information. As reports have stated, this is likely scraped instead of a breach.”

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Hacking Social Engineering Identity Theft Data breaches 109

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The evolution of technology has also led to adjustments in tactics by adversaries looking to exploit the latest trends and dynamics in the global ICT market for their own benefit. Resecurity forecasts a variety of social engineering schemes that could be orchestrated by abusing and gaining access to trusted conversational AI platforms.

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Social Engineering Risk Identity Theft Technology 129

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. It is used to avoid unauthorized data access, cyber-attacks, and identity theft. are the different parts of cybersecurity. The benefits of cybersecurity software.

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Cybersecurity Identity Theft Encryption Antivirus 126

Approachable Cyber Threats

JULY 7, 2022

The booming market on the Dark Web for passwords and other personal information make it a lucrative business for any cybercriminal - and Raccoon Stealer’s Malware-as-a-Service model makes it even easier for anyone to steal your information to make a profit. DropBox and social engineering.

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Social Engineering Cryptocurrency Malware Antivirus 105

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2022

With ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) hackers like Conti, Hive and LockBit narrowing their focus from larger healthcare systems to smaller hospitals and specialty clinics, it is becoming easier than ever to retrieve the data and use it for launching various fraud and identity theft schemes.

Healthcare 105

Healthcare Ransomware Social Engineering Backups 105

Security Affairs

JULY 29, 2022

Passwords no longer meet the demands of today’s identity and access requirements. Reduce identity theft from phishing and other social engineering schemes. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed to improve security without hindering user convenience.

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Authentication Passwords Data privacy Identity Theft 132

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Robust security measures can build trust with users and regulators alike, potentially opening up new markets and opportunities. The risks are also pretty obvious: Identity Theft: Personal and financial data can be compromised if a gambling site is breached. This makes them prime targets for cybercriminals.

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Cybersecurity Scams Phishing Mobile 117

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

It collects information and criminal intelligence on matters such as mass marketing fraud, advance fee fraud, internet fraud, and identity theft complaints. Individuals are more susceptible to social engineering manipulation when they are pressed for urgent action.

Scams 104

Scams Identity Theft Phishing Social Engineering 104

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The dark web created a unique opportunity for digital black markets to thrive, and people began to take advantage. The way he saw it, he was setting up a truly free market that was safe from the grasp of law enforcement. If your personal information is found on the dark web using a dark web scan , your identity is already at risk.

Identity Theft 98

Identity Theft Cryptocurrency Government Engineering 98

Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Together, they use native English speakers to execute sophisticated social engineering operations, contributing significantly to their newfound dominance. To counter these methods, organizations should prioritize educating users on phishing and social engineering techniques. compared to Q3 2023.

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Ransomware Social Engineering Insurance Cyber Insurance 94

The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

A study by Verizon in their 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report found that 68% of breaches involved a human element, such as social engineering, misuse of privileges, or simple mistakes. In an increasingly competitive market, robust cybersecurity measures can be a differentiator. Highlight Competitive Advantage.

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CISO Cybersecurity Data breaches Cyber threats 113

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 3, 2022

Spamming with the aim of, for example, disseminating information related to cryptocurrency or the stock market. Phishing to obtain sensitive user information, which is then used to launch other social engineering attacks or identity theft. State of API security: malicious attack traffic grew 117%.

Mobile 98

Mobile Authentication Accountability Identity Theft 98

Approachable Cyber Threats

AUGUST 2, 2021

social engineer a mobile provider employee to facilitate a SIM swap). social engineer a mobile provider employee to facilitate a SIM swap). Should TikTok be breached, like many companies before them, your data can be obtained by hackers and scammers.

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Data collection Media Identity Theft Mobile 98

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 1, 2024

As our digital lives increasingly intertwine with our real-world identities, we leave a trail of personal information on the internet. Cyber threats such as phishing, identity theft, and malware attacks are ever-present dangers that can compromise our privacy and security.

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Identity Theft Cyber threats Authentication Passwords 63

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 31, 2024

As our digital lives increasingly intertwine with our real-world identities, we leave a trail of personal information on the internet. Cyber threats such as phishing, identity theft, and malware attacks are ever-present dangers that can compromise our privacy and security.

Identity Theft 62

Identity Theft Cyber threats Authentication Passwords 62

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

These bots are used for various purposes, including artificially inflating views, likes, and follower counts, primarily to serve marketing objectives. Social botnets are commonly used to manipulate public opinion, spread fake news, launch coordinated spam campaigns, or carry out social engineering attacks by impersonating legitimate users.

Media 52

Media Social Engineering Marketing Scams 52

Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

1834 — French Telegraph System — A pair of thieves hack the French Telegraph System and steal financial market information, effectively conducting the world’s first cyberattack. Dateline Cybercrime . It is thought to be the first computer virus. . He becomes the most-wanted cybercriminal of the time. . retailer (Polo Ralph Lauren).

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Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Banking Hacking 135

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Since zero-day vulnerabilities are valuable, there’s a market for them. Researchers can get paid by companies or governments for finding these weaknesses (the "white market"). Financial Loss: Some users faced fraud or identity theft due to stolen account information.

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Media Spyware Accountability Marketing 52

Security Through Education

MAY 21, 2024

Clicking on any links or downloading attachments within these emails can lead to malware infections, identity theft, or financial loss. These scams often thrive on the secondary market that resell tickets, or through unverified online sellers, promising discounted tickets, or exclusive access.

Scams 52

Scams Identity Theft Advertising Phishing 52

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This can lead to account takeover, identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches. The Persistent Dark Market of Telegram Telegram is a favorite among threat actors for selling and leaking credentials thanks to its user-friendly interface and reputation (until recently) for privacy and security.

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Passwords Accountability Data breaches Marketing 59

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This can lead to account takeover, identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches. The Persistent Dark Market of Telegram Telegram is a favorite among threat actors for selling and leaking credentials thanks to its user-friendly interface and reputation (until recently) for privacy and security.

Passwords 52

Passwords Accountability Data breaches Marketing 52

Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

One common objective is identity theft, where hackers assume your identity to commit fraudulent activities like opening credit accounts or making unauthorized purchases. Moreover, stolen personal information often finds its way to the black market, where it is sold to other criminals seeking to exploit it further.

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Cyber threats Penetration Testing Passwords Backups 52

Digital Shadows

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This stolen data is often sold on underground markets, leading to identity theft, financial fraud, and initial acess into enterprise networks. Though this may sound generic, an informed workforce is a critical defense against social engineering attacks.

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Malware Passwords Education Identity Theft 40

Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

But marketing security products and services based on specific cybercriminal groups can be tricky, particularly if it turns out that robbing and extorting victims is by no means the most abhorrent activity those groups engage in on a daily basis.

Cybercrime 347

Cybercrime Accountability Mobile Hacking 347

Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2021

The illegal market in the Dark Web has grown significantly from last year. The Cloned Credit Card and Cardholder Data Market. It’s supposed to be the cornerstone mechanics of free markets. The supply in this market has increased markedly. Hacked social media accounts’ prices are decreasing across all platforms.

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Accountability Marketing Hacking Cryptocurrency 142

Hot for Security

MARCH 2, 2021

While some may be harmless, consisting of ads from retailers, criminals also use emails in mass-market phishing campaigns. They use social engineering techniques such as clickbait and scare tactics to persuade recipients to access a fraudulent link or malicious attachment.

Scams 116

Scams Identity Theft Banking Phishing 116

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

Scenario 3: Spamming is another way to reach a massive audience and disseminate information related to cryptocurrency or the stock market. And the collected PII can be used to launch other social engineering attacks or identity theft.

Mobile 98

Mobile Accountability Identity Theft Cryptocurrency 98

SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Internet balkanization will lead to more diverse (and localized) behavior tracking market and checks on cross-border data transfer. Companies will fight the human factor in cybersecurity to curb insider threat and social engineering to protect user data. One way to do that might be to insure yourself against data breaches.

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Insurance Social Engineering IoT Data breaches 130

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The scheme likely aimed at identity theft: the illegal use of others’ personal details for deriving profit. Due to economic sanctions in 2022, enterprising businessmen offered replacements for goods and services from suppliers who left the Russian market. For example, in April we blocked around a million of such mailings.

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Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 113