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

Google Security

MAY 15, 2024

In addition to our new suite of advanced theft protection features to help keep your device and data safe in the case of theft, we’re also focusing increasingly on providing additional protections against mobile financial fraud and scams. We’re also sharing new tools and policies to help developers build safer apps and keep their users safe.

Scams 91

Scams Threat Detection Social Engineering Surveillance 91

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Threat actors involved in tech support scams have been running a browser locker campaign from November 2020 until February 2021 on the world’s largest adult platforms including PornHub. In all, we detected close to 100 decoy domain names set up as “advertising landing pages” used to redirect victims to browser locker scams.

Scams 89

Scams Advertising Spyware Mobile 89

Malwarebytes

JULY 2, 2023

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: A proxyjacking campaign is looking for vulnerable SSH servers New technique can defeat voice authentication "after only six tries" "Free" Evil Dead Rise movie scam lurks in Amazon listings Spyware app LetMeSpy hacked, tracked user data posted online Online safety tips for LGBTQIA+ communities Top contenders in Endpoint (..)

Spyware 75

Spyware Surveillance IoT Scams 75

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 63

Spyware DDOS Scams Internet 63

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Iran Crisis Russia-Aligned TAG-70 Targets European Government and Military Mail Servers in New Espionage Campaign U.S.

Spyware 95

Spyware Cyber Insurance Hacking Advertising 95

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: 2.6

Spyware 80

Spyware Scams Data breaches Ransomware 80

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Cameron added that most of the cyber threat actors were interested in stealing COVID related research information from the past 8 months and now they have indulged in COVID themed attacks for scamming the populace. The post Russia launches some devastating ransomware attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Ransomware 108

Ransomware Spyware Cyber Attacks Scams 108

Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

Government’s Antitrust Case Against Apple Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, Ramadan )

Malware 99

Malware Cybercrime Hacking Cyber threats 99

Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2023

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 FiXS, a new ATM malware that is targeting Mexican banks BidenCash leaks 2.1M

Spyware 83

Spyware Data breaches Retail Ransomware 83

Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2022

Unpatched critical Atlassian Confluence Zero-Day RCE flaw actively exploited Microsoft blocked Polonium attacks against Israeli organizations LockBit ransomware attack impacted production in a Mexican Foxconn plant Conti leaked chats confirm that the gang’s ability to conduct firmware-based attacks An international police operation dismantled FluBot (..)

Spyware 102

Spyware Firmware Ransomware Scams 102

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 120

Identity Theft Spyware Phishing Antivirus 120

Security Affairs

JUNE 25, 2023

Someone is sending mysterious smartwatches to the US Military personnel CISA orders govt agencies to fix recently disclosed flaws in Apple devices VMware fixed five memory corruption issues in vCenter Server Fortinet fixes critical FortiNAC RCE, install updates asap More than a million GitHub repositories potentially vulnerable to RepoJacking New Mirai (..)

DDOS 88

DDOS Cybercrime Spyware Malware 88

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

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. There are many kinds of Bitcoin scams to be found on YouTube, Twitter, and other platforms. More Facebook concerns. And please use Multi-Factor Authentication wherever possible.

Media 95

Media Cybersecurity Advertising Passwords 95

Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2022

Phishing attacks using the topic “Azovstal” targets entities in Ukraine Conti ransomware claims responsibility for the attack on Costa Rica Cyber Insurance and the Changing Global Risk Environment A stored XSS flaw in RainLoop allows stealing users’ emails QNAP firmware updates fix Apache HTTP vulnerabilities in its NAS Pwn2Own Miami hacking contest (..)

Cyber Insurance 75

Cyber Insurance Spyware Firmware Insurance 75

BH Consulting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Banks and insurance companies are telling customers to be wary of scam messages. Phishing and scam emails are – by some distance – the leading cause of ransomware infections, according to Statista. One giveaway of a scam was that the sender didn’t bother to disguise their email address as the organisation they were impersonating.

Security Awareness 52

Security Awareness Phishing Scams Social Engineering 52

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2020

FormBook data-stealing malware was used with cyber espionage purposes, like other spyware it is capable of extracting data from HTTP sessions, keystroke logging, stealing clipboard contents. See Using Caution with Email Attachments and Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Scams for more information.

Malware 121

Malware Scams Social Engineering Phishing 121

Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

Spyware is software designed to capture your activity and sensitive information without your knowledge or consent. Anti-malware that defends against all e-threats, including viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, zero-day exploits, rootkits and spyware. Complete Data Protection. Rest easy knowing your data is safe. Anti-Fraud.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Spyware Advertising 98

Malwarebytes

JULY 11, 2022

TikTok is “unacceptable security risk” and should be removed from app stores, says FCC Google to delete location data of trips to abortion clinics IconBurst software supply chain attack offers malicious versions of NPM packages Discord Shame channel goes phishing Verified Twitter accounts phished via hate speech warnings Apple Lockdown (..)

Cyber Insurance 74

Cyber Insurance Insurance Spyware Healthcare 74

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The trojan horse can be hidden in software or attachments that, if downloaded, install different spyware and viruses on your device. This spyware and viruses can cause many problems on your device and compromise personal details. Fake Offers and Lottery Scams Many people want to get lucky and hit the jackpot.

Identity Theft 97

Identity Theft Phishing Malware Data breaches 97

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. The silver lining is that such scams are fairly easy to avoid. If a user gets on the hook, they are redirected to a landing page or prompted to download an ostensibly innocuous file.

Cybercrime 83

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 83

IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

With so many well known banking sites falling short when it comes to blocking fraudsters, cybersecurity experts at VPNOverview have compiled a list of 12 safety tips to keep your money safe from malware and phishing scams. What are the possible dangers of online banking?

Banking 63

Banking Cybersecurity Antivirus Phishing 63

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

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. Awareness of Phishing Scams. Getting clued up about phishing scams is the best way to help keep your data safe.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Spyware 95

Spyware Hacking Advertising Antivirus 95

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. A vulnerability in WhatsApp allegedly allows threat actors to install spyware onto iPhones.

Mobile 132

Mobile Malware Spyware Media 132

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. NCSC advice FluBot: Guidance for ‘package delivery’ text message scam . Flubot: Warning over SMS “Package Delivery” Scam Message which Delivers Android Malware.

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. Threat actors know that users often behave recklessly with their smart devices.

Mobile 137

Mobile Banking Phishing Social Engineering 137

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

There are many types of cyberattacks , with top trends for 2022 including mobile attacks, ransomware, COVID-related scams and hacks, zero-click attacks , malicious QR codes , phishing , cryptojacking , and IoT malware attacks, among others. Crimeware and spyware. Ransomware. Ransomware is the fastest-growing trend. Other methods.

Backups 141

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 141

Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Once they have access to an account with sufficient authority, cybercriminals can use that trusted email address to scam other companies into making fraudulent payments or just distribute malware en mass. Research by Verizon has shown that a third of all breaches in the past year involved phishing scams. Install Anti-Malware Software.

Accountability 105

Accountability Data breaches Passwords Social Engineering 105

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

“The main Simjacker attack involves an SMS containing a specific type of spyware-like code being sent to a mobile phone, which then instructs the SIM Card within the phone to ‘take over’ the mobile phone to retrieve and perform sensitive commands.” The attacker could exploit the flaw to. ” continues the post.

Hacking 106

Hacking Mobile Spyware Manufacturing 106

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

NSO mobile Pegasus Spyware used in operations in 45 countries. Homebuyers Being Targeted by Money Transfer Scam. Cracked Windows installations are serially infected with EternalBlue exploit code. New XBash malware combines features from ransomware, cryptocurrency miners, botnets, and worms. Ngrok Mining Botnet.

Computers and Electronics 55

Computers and Electronics Cryptocurrency Spyware Data breaches 55

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Thus, during the World Cup a brand-new scam appeared: it offered users to win a newly released iPhone 14 for predicting match outcomes. In a typical internet hoax manner, crypto scam sites offered visitors to get rich quick by paying a small fee. “Promotional campaigns by major banks” were a popular bait in 2022.

Phishing 90

Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 90

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The pop up blocker in particular was a big help with the proliferation of adware and spyware plugging into advertising networks. Exploits were rampant. Prior to this, you mostly went on a Frodo and Sam style journey to find crucial settings hidden away in the far flung corners of your desktop.

Internet 68

Internet Internet Adware Spyware 68

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

Defining and recognizing tech abuse Malicious online behaviors in the form of those motivated by financial gain, such as scams and fraud, have existed, and awareness around them has been raised for years. Traditionally, these crimes are thought of as being committed by strangers online. A common example of this is surveillance.

Surveillance 83

Surveillance Technology Accountability Spyware 83

SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2023

According to an FBI "Scams and Safety" brief , which also discusses system and data protection and protecting money information: Be careful when connecting to a public Wi-Fi network and do not conduct any sensitive transactions, including purchases, when on a public network.

Computers and Electronics 89

Computers and Electronics Malware IoT Spyware 89

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

One of the schemes used by scammers which has been becoming more popular since last year are scam apps for receiving social benefits. Scam apps targeting Russian-speaking users. Third place was taken by Yemen (21.23%), where the most widespread mobile threat was Trojan-Spy.AndroidOS.Agent.aas spyware. Mobile banking trojans.

Mobile 98

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 98

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Uber scam lures victims with alert from a real Uber number Teaching cybersecurity skills to special needs children with Alana Robinson: Lock and Code S02E18. Other cybersecurity news.

Phishing 58

Phishing Surveillance Malware Backups 58