Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. It combines multiple security capabilities into one easy-to-use package that includes: Antivirus protection Detects and neutralizes viruses, malware , spyware , and ransomware.

Antivirus 84

Antivirus Identity Theft Cyber threats Phishing 84

SecureList

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

In March 2023, researchers at ESET discovered malware implants embedded into various messaging app mods. The campaign, which targeted Android and Windows users, saw the malware spread through unofficial sources. The campaign, which targeted Android and Windows users, saw the malware spread through unofficial sources.

Malware 142

Malware Encryption Mobile Cryptocurrency 142

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

What are the risks? Here’s how data awareness can help HTTP Client Tools Exploitation for Account Takeover Attacks Dangerous hacker responsible for more than 40 cyberattacks on strategic organizations arrested Whos Behind the Seized Forums Cracked & Nulled?

Spyware 61

Spyware Cybercrime Scams Social Engineering 61

Threatpost

APRIL 26, 2021

The malware is spreading rapidly through ‘missed package delivery’ SMS texts, prompting urgent scam warnings from mobile carriers.

Spyware 98

Spyware Scams Mobile Malware 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 23, 2022

According to a research conducted by Avast, grandparents aged between in 55 to 64 are being targeted mainly by those spreading ransomware, tech support scams, spyware and botnets. Whereas, the younger generation was being hit by TikTok scams that mainly spread malware, spyware, adware and data, stealing Trojans to mobiles.

Scams 90

Scams Ransomware Spyware Adware 90

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Even McAfee’s most basic plan includes a VPN, identity monitoring, and text scam detection. Norton 360 lacks text scam detection, but again, Norton does offer a free detection tool, Genie. Norton doesn’t have spyware protection; I recommend looking at business antivirus products if that’s a priority for you. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

Antivirus 62

Antivirus Software Identity Theft Spyware 62

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

CISA adds Craft CMS and Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Atlassian fixed critical flaws in Confluence and Crowd Salt Typhoon used custom malware JumbledPath to spy U.S. Military & Defense Sector: A Cybersecurity Disaster in the Making Analyzing ELF/Sshdinjector.A!tr

Scams 66

Scams Malware Encryption Phishing 66

Malwarebytes

MARCH 24, 2025

AVLab honors ThreatDown Endpoint Protection Welcome to the era of macOS stealers Introducing ThreatDown OneView free self-serve trial for MSPs Ransomware in February 2025Cl0p and RansomHub run riot Stay safe!

Spyware 56

Spyware Scams Ransomware Banking 56

Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2025

Researchers name several countries as potential Paragon spyware customers TechCrunch The Citizen Lab, a group of academics and security researchers, recently published a report indicating the governments of Australia, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Israel, and Singapore are "likely" customers of Israeli spyware maker Paragon Solutions.

Surveillance 75

Surveillance Telecommunications Data breaches Spyware 75

Dark Reading

MAY 6, 2022

An operational slip-up led security researchers to an attacker associated with Nigerian letter scams and malware distribution, after he infected himself with Agent Tesla.

Spyware 92

Spyware Scams Malware 92

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

The word “covid” in various combinations was typically used in the names of packages hiding spyware and banking Trojans, adware or Trojan droppers. The mobile malware Trojan-Ransom.AndroidOS.Agent.aq Last year was notable for both malware and adware, the two very close in terms of capabilities. More on that later.

Mobile 145

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 145

Threatpost

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Threat actors impersonate Google Play store in scam as Sony pulls the game off the PlayStation store due to myriad performance issues.

Spyware 104

Spyware Scams Malware 104

Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

In simpler terms, phishing scams, brute force attacks, and MFA bypass techniques. The rest of the breaches are a result of malware, zero-day exploits, system misconfiguration, and so on. Recently, phishing scams have expanded and come out of emails. Credential-based attacks include usernames, passwords, and tokens.

Cyber Attacks 59

Cyber Attacks Passwords Education Phishing 59

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2025

Quantum computers threaten to break online security in minutes, expert warns ENISA NIS360 2024 Catalan court says NSO Group executives can be charged in spyware investigation Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs hacking,newsletter)

Data breaches 68

Data breaches Hacking Cybercrime Artificial Intelligence 68

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Gov imposes visa restrictions on individuals misusing Commercial Spyware HPE is investigating claims of a new security breach Experts warn of a surge of attacks targeting Ivanti SSRF flaw How to hack the Airbus NAVBLUE Flysmart+ Manager Crooks stole $25.5

Spyware 125

Spyware Surveillance DDOS Identity Theft 125

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Microsoft Defender (previously called Windows Defender) and McAfee are device security solutions designed to protect devices from viruses, malware, and security threats. McAfees most basic plan consists of a VPN and text scam detection features that Microsoft Defender lacks. Simply put, they are antivirus solutions. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

Antivirus 67

Antivirus Identity Theft VPN Spyware 67

Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2025

Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw). Malware campaigns covered generally target/affect the end user.

Surveillance 59

Surveillance Data breaches Spyware Malware 59

Malwarebytes

MAY 10, 2023

(Verizon Mobile Security Index 2022) 9 percent of organizations suffered a mobile malware attack in 2022. In this post, we’ll delve into mobile malware trends, gather critical insights, and anticipate future scenarios to prepare MSPs for the complex landscape of mobile malware.

Mobile 80

Mobile Malware Phishing Spyware 80

Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In 2020, phishing scams spiked by 510 percent between January and February alone. To combat phishing scams, it helps to have filters that can proactively alert users if there’s a high chance that a form field or website is likely to steal credentials. Web-borne malware remains widespread.

Identity Theft 131

Identity Theft Spyware Phishing Antivirus 131

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

CISA adds SonicWall SonicOS, ImageMagick and Linux Kernel bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Electronic payment gateway Slim CD disclosed a data breach impacting 1.7M

Data breaches 123

Data breaches Computers and Electronics Spyware Cybercrime 123

Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. surfaces in the threat landscape Pokemon Company resets some users’ passwords Ukraine cyber police arrested crooks selling 100 million compromised accounts New AcidPour wiper targets Linux x86 devices.

Malware 126

Malware Cybercrime Hacking Cyber threats 126

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Google's reCAPTCHA is not only useless, it's also basically spyware Techspot This study demonstrates Google's reCAPTCHA v2 and v3 are flawed and don't actually keep out bots. Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw).

Surveillance 52

Surveillance Data breaches VPN Malware 52

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

reward for Belarusian man involved in mass malware distribution U.S. CISA adds Google Chromium V8 bug to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Young Consulting data breach impacts 954,177 individuals BlackByte Ransomware group targets recently patched VMware ESXi flaw CVE-2024-37085 US offers $2.5M

Surveillance 120

Surveillance Malware Firewall Phishing 120

Malwarebytes

JUNE 20, 2022

“Unpatchable” Mac vulnerability discovered Introducing Malwarebytes Vulnerability Assessment for OneView: How to check for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) “Multiple adversaries” exploiting Confluence vulnerability, warns Microsoft Instagram scam steals your selfies to trick your friends Karakurt extortion group: Threat profile Email compromise (..)

Spyware 79

Spyware DDOS Scams Internet 79

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

billion malware attacks were identified by the report. Cisco Umbrella , analyzing the threat environment for 2022, found that 86% of organizations experienced phishing, 69% experienced unsolicited crypto mining, 50% were affected by ransomware, and 48% experienced some form of information-stealing malware. Crimeware and spyware.

Backups 145

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 145

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. In many cases, no malware is needed to compromise this data. Platform-agnostic threats. Weaponizing hype.

Mobile 132

Mobile Malware Spyware Media 132

Threatpost

JANUARY 31, 2022

Finland is weathering a bout of Pegasus infections, along with a Facebook Messenger phishing scam.

Spyware 67

Spyware Scams Phishing Mobile 67

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Virtual Kidnapping: AI Tools Are Enabling IRL Extortion Scams How a ‘Refund Fraud’ Gang Stole $700,000 From Amazon Info from 5.6 Virtual Kidnapping: AI Tools Are Enabling IRL Extortion Scams How a ‘Refund Fraud’ Gang Stole $700,000 From Amazon Info from 5.6

DDOS 128

DDOS Data breaches Ransomware Marketing 128

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

If a “Not Secure” warning appears on your browser when you visit a website, it is not necessarily affected by malware. Malware is any type of software or program designed to harm a computer, steal data or hold victims to ransom such as a computer virus, Trojan horse, ransomware, spyware, wiper, worm or adware.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2022

Anonymous: Operation Russia after 100 days of war GitLab addressed critical account take over via SCIM email change LuoYu APT delivers WinDealer malware via man-on-the-side attacks Clipminer Botnet already allowed operators to make at least $1.7 If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here.

Spyware 106

Spyware Firmware Ransomware Scams 106

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

We talked to members of our Malware Removal Support team and asked them what kind of problems they get asked to solve for our customers. Some people get so convinced they have spyware on their system that they contact our support team to help them get rid of it. Social media and scams. More Facebook concerns.

Media 116

Media Cybersecurity Advertising Passwords 116

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2024

GootLoader is still active and efficient Hackers stole OpenAI secrets in a 2023 security breach Hackers leak 170k Taylor Swift’s ERAS Tour Barcodes Polyfill.io GootLoader is still active and efficient Hackers stole OpenAI secrets in a 2023 security breach Hackers leak 170k Taylor Swift’s ERAS Tour Barcodes Polyfill.io

Data breaches 121

Data breaches Hacking Banking Spyware 121

Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2023

FiXS, a new ATM malware that is targeting Mexican banks BidenCash leaks 2.1M stolen credit/debit cards Pegasus spyware used to spy on a Polish mayor Hundreds of thousands of websites hacked as part of redirection campaign MQsTTang, a new backdoor used by Mustang Panda APT against European entities Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0

Data breaches 98

Data breaches Spyware Ransomware Hacking 98

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2022: 6,463,414 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. These types of apps occupy seven out of the twenty places in our malware ranking for Q1. Scam apps targeting Russian-speaking users. Distribution of detected mobile malware by type. Quarterly figures.

Mobile 131

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 131

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2021: 9,599,519 malware, adware and riskware attacks on mobile devices were prevented. We have seen no new mass campaigns seeking to distribute any specific mobile malware family; nor were there any newsworthy events similar to what we had early into the COVID-19 pandemic. Verdict. %*.

Mobile 134

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 134

Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

Millions in the UK Targeted by Malware via a DHL Scam Text Message. Millions of UK citizens received a scam text message (aka smashing) which impersonated DHL in April. That link would attempt to install spyware called Flubot, malware designed to steal online banking data from Andriod devices. .

Ransomware 124

Ransomware Passwords Scams Government 124

Hot for Security

JUNE 15, 2021

Given the portability and myriad of functionalities, mobile devices are highly susceptible to cyber threats, including malware, spyware and phishing attempts that may compromise that precious piece of tech we keep in our pocket and any information stored on it. Security at home or on the go.

Mobile 137

Mobile Banking Phishing Social Engineering 137