Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2024

We’re going to let you in on a little cybersecurity secret… There’s malware on Mac computers. This mass adoption was good for Microsoft and its revenue, but it also drew and maintained the interests of cybercriminals, who would develop malware that could impact the highest number of victims. There pretty much always has been.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 2, 2024

It’s a digital swindle as old as the internet itself, and yet, as the data tells us, the vast majority of security incidents are still rooted in the low-tech art of social engineering. Some 74 percent of cyber breaches are caused by human factors, including errors, stolen credentials, misuse of access privileges, or social engineering.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 1, 2021

The attackers used a new cryptor to obfuscate the malware code they hid in seemingly legitimate files and evade detection from antivirus software. Secondly, it replaces much of the legwork that goes into a hacking operation with a simple and straightforward social engineering approach.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Reliance on VPNs for remote access is putting enterprises at significant risk as social engineering , ransomware , and malware attacks continue to advance, exposing businesses to greater risk, according to a new report by cloud security company Zscaler. To read this article in full, please click here

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Their top areas of concern include cybersecurity risk (58%), information security risk (53%) and compliance risk (39%). In fact, all of their other concerns—malware, stolen data, phishing, ransomware and misconfiguration of cloud services—include an element of human error and/or malice.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2024

The post North Korea IT Worker Scam Brings Malware and Funds Nukes appeared first on Security Boulevard. DPRK IT WFH: Justice Department says N. Korean hackers are getting remote IT jobs, posing as Americans.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

2021 Research Highlights Growing Security Vulnerabilities Around Targeted Social Engineering, Ransomware and Malware Attacks. To download the full study, see the Zscaler 2021 VPN Risk Report. The full findings of the Zscaler VPN Risk Report are now available to the public. Zscaler, Inc. About Zscaler.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Researchers have found a new method by which cybercriminals are spreading the DarkGate Loader malware. The malspam campaign used stolen email threads to lure victims into clicking a hyperlink, which downloaded the malware. Until now, DarkGate was typically distributed via phishing emails. Malwarebytes blocks 5.188.87.58

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 29, 2024

The post PyPI Goes Quiet After Huge Malware Attack: 500+ Typosquat Fakes Found appeared first on Security Boulevard. Emergency stop button: The Python Package Index was drowning in malicious code again, so they had to shut down registration for cleanup.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 22, 2023

Malware authors are artificially pumping up the size of the document in order to try and fool or break security tools. Opening the document quickly becomes a game of Macro-related risk. Macros, used to automate aspects of your documents , are a tried and tested way of infecting a PC with malware. This is no exception.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Here are three risk mitigation imperatives that can help organizations get a better handle on these latest risks and threats. The latest bill to address data threats is the RESTRICT Act , also known as the Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology Act.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2024

Assess risks. Creating a solid cybersecurity foundation begins with understanding the organization’s risks. A recent study found only 27% of charities undertook risk assessments in 2023 and only 11% said they reviewed risks posed by suppliers. Keep software updated.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 11, 2023

Intro In February 2022, Microsoft disabled VBA macros on documents due to their frequent use as a malware distribution method. This move prompted malware authors to seek out new ways to distribute their payloads, resulting in an increase in the use of other infection vectors, such as password-encrypted zip files and ISO files.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

That’s largely because the splashy headlines and online buzz created by bringing down the pair of casinos will only motivate more mid-level cybercriminals to follow Scattered Spiders’ model, putting wide-reaching businesses at risk of ransomware attacks due to the rise of ransomware-as-a-service models.

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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. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 5, 2024

The post Self-Replicating AI Malware is Here? Skrik: Researchers worm themselves into your nightmares. ComPromptMized appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Kaspersky researchers recently found evidence of an advanced threat group continuously updating its malware to evade security products, similar to a release cycle for developers. The sophisticated malware was hidden in malicious Word file attachments. However, the same also goes for antivirus software and other anti-malware solutions.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Octo Tempest is believed to be a group of native English speaking cybercriminals that uses social engineering campaigns to compromise organizations all over the world. This can be done in a number of ways, but the most common ones involve social engineering attacks on the victim's carrier. Prevent intrusions.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Not to mention the heightened cyber awareness and risk mitigation across businesses and industries. With 85% of campaigns targeting victims with phishing emails containing malicious links, another form of a social engineering attack, education and cyber vigiliance remain a high priority. You should always stop and verify.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

In the future, quantum computing has the potential to contribute to finance, military intelligence, pharmaceutical development, aerospace engineering, nuclear power, 3D printing, and so much more. What are the security risks? The global internet economy relies on cryptography as the foundation for a secure network.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. CSP collaboration improves the security environment where there’s a need to mitigate the emerging risks quickly and comprehensively.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

A new study from Uptycs has uncovered an increase in the distribution of information stealing malware. Newly discovered stealer families include modules that specifically steal logs from MFA applications, like the Rhadamanthys malware. Examining the dark web reveals that infostealer malware has become increasingly widespread.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Microsoft and OpenAI warn that nation-state actors are using ChatGPT to automate some phases of their attack chains, including target reconnaissance and social engineering attacks. LLM-aided development : Utilizing LLMs in the development lifecycle of tools and programs, including those with malicious intent, such as malware.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Category News, Social Engineering. Risk Level. All of the attacks were carried out with relatively simple phishing and social engineering techniques. Unfortunately for IHG, their IT Department was so good at preventing this ransomware attack that the couple became vindictive, deploying wiper malware instead.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 26, 2024

Nevertheless, the development of IoT and fleet management systems brings up issues with cybersecurity risks. With this in mind, it is crucial for organizations to understand the possible implications of cybersecurity breaches in fleet management systems and take proactive actions to circumvent these risks.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

March Madness is a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to deploy phishing lures, malicious apps, and social engineering tactics," warns Krishna Vishnubhotla, VP of Product Strategy at mobile security firm Zimperium. These can be vehicles for delivering malware, committing fraud, or harvesting valuable data.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

If you’re the parent of a gamer, or if you’re a gamer yourself, it’s important to learn about the risks. Unfortunately, hackers realize this and use the lure of free games to infect people with malware. Many gamers are unaware of the cybersecurity risks that they face. Phishing and social engineering.

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Hacker Combat

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Google has reported that it disrupted the phishing attacks where threat actors had tried to hijack various YouTube accounts using cookie theft malware. When the victims clicked on the link, it would redirect the victim to some malware landing page. . The malware has the ability to steal passwords and cookies.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

Malware Analysis: Explore malware types, their behavior, and the techniques used for analyzing and detecting them. Investigate malware’s propagation methods, evasion techniques, and methods for identifying and mitigating potential threats.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2020

Experts uncovered a new Coronavirus (COVID-19 ) -themed campaign that is distributing a malware downloader that delivers the FormBook information-stealing Trojan. Experts at MalwareHunterTeam uncovered a new malspam campaign exploiting the fear in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) to deliver malware. states the analysis published by FireEye.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 17, 2022

Ukraine is again under malware attack. The post ‘Russian’ Wiper Malware: ‘Prelude to war’ in Ukraine appeared first on Security Boulevard. And the tactics look strikingly similar to 2017’s NotPetya hack by the Russian GRU.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Cyberrisk is business risk. But how should we communicate this risk to the business, to clients, or to investors? Accenture annual report: risks we face from cyberattacks. However, we were most interested in seeing how Accenture articulated a particular business risk: the risk from a cyberattack.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JULY 7, 2022

Risk Level. 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. Wait, what is Malware-as-a-Service?”

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Appknox

JUNE 23, 2022

The risks to the privacy of Australian customers are at an all-time high, as the nation has reported the highest percentage of mobile threats globally, standing at 26.9%. The Australian population is at most risk if you consider the statistics on a per-device basis. Australian Mobile Cybersecurity in 2022.

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Google Security

MAY 15, 2024

Google Play Protect live threat detection Google Play Protect now scans 200 billion Android apps daily, helping keep more than 3 billion users safe from malware. We’re also sharing new tools and policies to help developers build safer apps and keep their users safe. These features require device OEM integration and compatible hardware.

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Hacker's King

MAY 20, 2023

Service providers continually work to address such vulnerabilities, so it’s crucial to keep your software and applications up to date to minimize the risk. Social Engineering: Guarding Against Manipulation Social engineering remains a potent tool in hackers’ arsenal.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 3, 2021

TA544 is a financially motivated threat actor that is active at least since 2017, it focuses on attacks on banking users, it leverages banking malware and other payloads to target organizations worldwide, mainly in Italy and Japan. Upon enabling the macro, the infection process will start. ” reads the analysis published by Proofpoint.

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