Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2025

Attackers infiltrated the supply chain, embedding malware in pre-installed apps. The experts found malware-laced applications pre-installed on the phone. The malware injected via LSPatch into ~40 legitimate-looking apps, including messengers and QR scanners, is dubbed dubbed Shibai. ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2025

The FBI warns of a significant increase in scams involving free online document converters to infect users with malware. The FBI warns that threat actors use malicious online document converters to steal users sensitive information and infect their systems with malware. ” reads the alert. ” continues the alert.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 30, 2025

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns of RESURGE malware, targeting a vulnerability in Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS) appliances. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published a Malware Analysis Report (MAR) on a new malware called RESURGE.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Experts warn of a new wave of attacks involving the Bumblebee malware, months after Europol’s ‘ Operation Endgame ‘ that disrupted its operations in May. The Bumblebee malware loader has resurfaced in new attacks, four months after Europol disrupted it during “ Operation Endgame ” in May.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 14, 2025

The FBI has removed Chinese PlugX malware from over 4,200 computers in networks across the United States, the U.S. The Justice Department and FBI, along with international partners, announced they deleted PlugX malware from thousands of infected computers worldwide as part of a multi-month law enforcement operation.

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Schneier on Security

MARCH 14, 2025

There is a new botnet that is infecting TP-Link routers: The botnet can lead to command injection which then makes remote code execution (RCE) possible so that the malware can spread itself across the internet automatically.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Last time FakeCall reared its head, BleepingComputer reported that the malware was being distributed as fake banking apps that impersonate large financial institutions, as well as being distributed in phishing emails. The FakeCall malware abuses this trust by hijacking the user’s call to a financial institution.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2025

Researchers discovered a 13,000-device MikroTik botnet exploiting DNS flaws to spoof 20,000 domains and deliver malware. Infoblox researchers discovered a botnet of 13,000 MikroTik devices that exploits DNS misconfigurations to bypass email protections, spoof approximately 20,000 domains, and deliver malware.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Physical letters that contain a QR code to trick people into downloading malware are being sent through the mail, according to a warning issued by The Swiss National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Use anti-malware protection on your devices Your mobile devices are in need of protection just as much as your computer.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 22, 2024

These malware scams lure individuals with fake conference invitations designed to mimic legitimate meeting requests and exploit users’ trust. You are then guided to execute PowerShell code designed to “fix” the supposed problem, unwittingly allowing malware to infiltrate their systems.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2025

It activates upon detecting a “magic packet” with predefined parameters, enabling attackers to establish a reverse shell, control devices, steal data, or deploy malware. The J-magic campaign is notable for targeting JunoOS, a FreeBSD-based operating system that threat actors rarely target in malware attacks.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The latest FakeCall malware version for Android intercepts outgoing bank calls, redirecting them to attackers to steal sensitive info and bank funds. Zimperium researchers spotted a new version of the FakeCall malware for Android that hijacks outgoing victims’ calls and redirects them to the attacker’s phone number.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2025

Instead of converting files, the tools actually load malware onto victims computers. The FBI warned specifically about that malware leading to ransomware attacks, but we’ve also seen similar sites that install browser hijackers, adware, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). This is the actual malware.

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SecureList

MARCH 3, 2025

million attacks involving malware, adware or unwanted mobile software were prevented. million malware, adware or unwanted software attacks targeting mobile devices. Some time later, the user received a phishing link to download malware disguised as a shipment tracking app. A total of 1.1 A total of 1.1

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 12, 2025

AhnLab Security intelligence Center (ASEC) has revealed a cyberattack campaign where Arabic-speaking attackers are distributing ViperSoftX malware, targeting The post ViperSoftX Malware: Arabic-Speaking Attackers Exploit PowerShell in New Cyberattack Campaign appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 20, 2025

Researchers linked the threat actor DoNot Teamto a new Android malware that was employed in highly targeted cyber attacks. CYFIRMA researchers linked a recently discovered Android malware to the Indian APT group known as DoNot Team. The group persistently employs similar techniques in their Android malware.”

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Ramat Gan, Israel, January 7th, 2025, CyberNewswire — CyTwist , a leader in advanced next-generation threat detection solutions, has launched its patented detection engine to combat the insidious rise of AI-generated malware. Evasion: AI-generated threats mimic human behavior, complicating detection for security teams.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2025

Despite advanced AI detection and telemetry analysis offered in todays EDR solutions, modern infostealer malware is designed to evade even the most sophisticated defenses, using tactics like polymorphic malware, memory-only execution, and exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities or outdated software.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2025

A recent report from Tenable highlights how DeepSeek R1, an open-source AI model, can generate rudimentary malware, including keyloggers and ransomware. While the AI-generated malware required manual debugging to function properly, its mere existence signals an urgent need for security teams to adapt their defenses.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 9, 2025

Small businesses and boutique organizations should use caution when leaning on browser-friendly artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate ideas, content, and marketing copy, as a set of Google Chrome extensions were recently compromised to deliver info-stealing malware disguised as legitimate updates.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2025

The FBI says it has removed PlugX malware from thousands of infected computers worldwide. The move came after suspicion that cybercriminals groups under control of the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) used a version of PlugX malware to control, and steal information from victims’ computers.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 14, 2025

A clever malware deployment scheme first spotted in targeted attacks last year has now gone mainstream. This particular scam usually starts with a website popup that looks something like this: This malware attack pretends to be a CAPTCHA intended to separate humans from bots.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The company’s Mobile Threat Hunting feature uses a combination of malware signature-based detection, heuristics, and machine learning to look for anomalies in iOS and Android device activity or telltale signs of spyware infection. This tool seems to do a pretty good job.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 1, 2025

Sucuri researchers spotted threat actors deploying WordPress malware in the mu-plugins directory to evade security checks. The experts detailed two cases of malware hiding in the mu-plugins directory, which use different methods to compromise WordPress sites. “The presence of this malware can be identified by most obvious signs.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

CYFIRMA researchers discovered that the SpyLend Android malware was downloaded 100,000 times from the official app store Google Play. CYFIRMA researchers discovered an Android malware, named SpyLend, which was distributed through Google Play as Finance Simplified.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 15, 2025

Bypassing SIP enables attackers to install rootkits, create persistent malware, bypass TCC protections, and expand the system’s vulnerability to further exploits. SIP in macOS safeguards the system by blocking the execution of unauthorized code. It allows App Store apps and notarized apps while blocking others by default.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 27, 2025

A newly discovered VPN backdoor uses some interesting tactics to avoid detection: When threat actors use backdoor malware to gain access to a network, they want to make sure all their hard work can’t be leveraged by competing groups or detected by defenders.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Valve removed a game from Steam because it contained malware, the company also warned affected users to reformat their operating systems. The Steam account of the developer for this game uploaded builds to Steam that contained suspected malware. ” A game called PirateFi released on Steam last week and it contained malware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Lazarus Expands Malicious npm Campaign: 11 New Packages Add Malware Loaders and Bitbucket Payloads BadBazaar: iOS and Android Surveillanceware by Chinas APT15 Used to Target Tibetans and Uyghurs GOFFEE continues to attack (..)

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Security Affairs

APRIL 20, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Malicious NPM Packages Targeting PayPal Users New Malware Variant Identified: ResolverRAT Enters the Maze Nice chatting with you: what connects cheap Android smartphones, WhatsApp and cryptocurrency theft?

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APRIL 6, 2025

The threat actors are deploying new npm packages that deliver the previously identified BeaverTail malware and are introducing new packages with remote access trojan (RAT) loader […] The post Lazarus Group Expands Malicious Campaign on npm, Targets Developers with New Malware appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 14, 2025

Horn tooting time: We’re excited to say we’ve earned a coveted spot in PCMags Best Antivirus Software for 2025 list, and been recognized as the Best Malware Removal Service 2025 by CNET. Malwarebytes Premium proved highly effective in malware protection and defending against malicious and fraudulent web pages.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 3, 2025

The The post CVE-2025-22457: UNC5221 Exploits Ivanti Zero-Day Flaw to Deploy TRAILBLAZE and BRUSHFIRE Malware appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity. Ivanti has recently disclosed a critical security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-22457, affecting several of its widely-used products.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 26, 2025

The threat intel research used in this post was provided by Malwarebytes Senior Director of Research, Jrme Segura. DeepSeeks rising popularity has not only raised concerns and questions about privacy implications , but cybercriminals are also using it as a lure to trap unsuspecting Google searchers.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 10, 2025

At least one APT group has exploited a vulnerability in ESET software to stealthily execute malware, bypassing security measures. Kaspersky researchers reported that an APT group, tracked as ToddyCat , has exploited a vulnerability in ESET software to stealthily execute malware, bypassing security. ” states the report.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Banshee Stealer, a MacOS Malware-as-a-Service, shut down after its source code leaked online. In August 2024, Russian hackers promoted BANSHEE Stealer, a macOS malware targeting x86_64 and ARM64, capable of stealing browser data, crypto wallets, and more. The code is now available on GitHub. concludes the report.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

.” McCarthy also pointed to CVE-2024-43498 , a remote code execution flaw in.NET and Visual Studio that could be used to install malware. Any one of these bugs could be used to install malware if an authenticated user connects to a malicious or hacked SQL database server. This bug has earned a CVSS severity rating of 9.8 (10

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