Krebs on Security

AUGUST 2, 2022

com , a malware-based proxy network that has been in existence since at least 2010. Cached versions of the site show that in 2010 the software which powers the network was produced with a copyright of “ Escort Software.” Among the more frequently recommended alternatives to 911 is SocksEscort[.]com SocksEscort[.]com

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 16, 2019

In March 2010, Aqua would divulge in an encrypted chat that his crew was working directly with the Zeus author (Slavik/Lucky12345), but that they found him abrasive and difficult to tolerate: dimka: I read about the king of seas, was it your handy work? 2010 Criminal complaint vs. Yukabets, et. Besides us no one reads his column .

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 27, 2021

There was no need for a password or login credentials to access this information, and the data was not encrypted. Then, if it has indeed been accessed and exploited, it’s probable that most of the data would be sold on the DarkWeb to people looking for such details to help provide fake identities, phishing scams or else.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 6, 2021

To be honest, between scraping vulnerabilities dating back to 2010 , and the Cambridge Analytica scandal , an old data breach is still a data breach, and you’re probably still going to need to pay attention to it. The first thing that comes to mind is a scam where people text you pretending to be a relative or dear friend.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Fraud: Sophisticated scams, including bonus abuse and account takeovers, pose significant financial risks. Using strong, unique passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication when available, and being cautious about sharing personal information are crucial steps in protecting oneself. Online gamblers, meanwhile, must remain vigilant.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 3, 2021

Malaysia Airlines faces the daunting task of investigating over nine years’ worth of compromised data after learning of a “data security incident” at a third-party IT service provider that exposed Enrich frequent flyer program member data from March 2010 through June 2019. Airline loyalty program data is a popular target among cybercriminals.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2024

According to available data, more than 4,600 common IT vulnerabilities were discovered in 2010. It does not block phishing scams, hacking attempts, viruses, or malware. Employees must understand that any email that looks like it’s a scam, is a scam. Users must be educated in secure password protocols.

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