Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2019

In February 2019, SI-LAB captured multiple samples of phishing campaigns using an Office Excel document carrying a malicious Excel 4.0 This technology is stored in the Workbook OLE stream in Excel 97-2003 format which makes it very difficult to detect and parse by antivirus (AV) engines.

Malware 109

Malware Antivirus Technology Phishing 109

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

For example, an attacker could log in to a victim’s Facebook account and post a phishing link or spread spam. Individuals who generate that many installation packages are obviously not worried about antivirus software. The verdict is applied where the antivirus databases still lack the signatures or heuristics for detection.

Mobile 145

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 145

Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Compare that to 2012 when the UAE ranked fifth in the Global Cybersecurity Index. It serves as a warning to regularly backup company data and train every employee on how to identify phishing and social engineering attacks. The email directs victims to download antivirus software. Thats a hefty price tag for businesses to pay.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Banking Education Antivirus 52

Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Giving Tuesday originated in the United States in 2012 to contrast the commercialism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Giving Tuesday scams can take various forms, including phishing emails , fraudulent websites, and even door-to-door solicitations. It has since spread worldwide to more than 150 countries.

Scams 52

Scams Identity Theft Antivirus Insurance 52

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

McAfee is widely known for bringing the first antivirus software to market. Vendors continue to develop new features to address an existing number of security risks for databases: Data corruption or loss Inappropriate access Malware, phishing, and other cyberattacks Security vulnerabilities or configuration problems Denial of service attacks.

Firewall 120

Firewall Encryption Computers and Electronics Software 120

Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In March 2014, hackers used login information leaked by eBay employees to access sensitive user data of 145 million customers , putting these users at risk of identity theft, password theft and phishing risks. According to the 2016 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report , 13% of those tested clicked on the attachment of a phishing email.

Data breaches 40

Data breaches Passwords Backups Accountability 40

Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 29, 2024

For initial access, RansomHub affiliates often compromise internet-facing systems and user endpoints via phishing emails, password spraying, and exploiting high-risk remote code execution (RCE) and privilege escalation vulnerabilities. In November 2022, IntelBroker reportedly used Endurance to target the US Federal Government.

Ransomware 88

Ransomware Encryption Technology Malware 88

Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 29, 2024

For initial access, RansomHub affiliates often compromise internet-facing systems and user endpoints via phishing emails, password spraying, and exploiting high-risk remote code execution (RCE) and privilege escalation vulnerabilities. In November 2022, IntelBroker reportedly used Endurance to target the US Federal Government.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Encryption Technology Malware 52

Security Affairs

MARCH 6, 2025

The cyber espionage group has been active since at least 2012 and has been using the Sagerunex backdoor since at least 2016. The initial access vector for recent intrusions is unclear, but the threat actor used spear-phishing and watering hole attacks in past campaigns.

Telecommunications 85

Telecommunications Manufacturing Malware Media 85