Schneier on Security

JUNE 4, 2019

Really interesting paper calculating the worldwide cost of cybercrime: Abstract: In 2012 we presented the first systematic study of the costs of cybercrime. Our conclusions remain broadly the same as in 2012:it would be economically rational to spend less in anticipation of cybercrime (on antivirus, firewalls, etc.)

Cybercrime 246

Cybercrime Scams Cryptocurrency Antivirus 246

Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

That investigation detailed how the 38-year-old Shefel adopted the nickname Rescator while working as vice president of payments at ChronoPay , a Russian financial company that paid spammers to advertise fake antivirus scams, male enhancement drugs and knockoff pharmaceuticals. In a series of live video chats and text messages, Mr.

Retail 253

Retail Advertising Cryptocurrency Cybercrime 253

Krebs on Security

JULY 18, 2022

These two software are currently unknown to most if not all antivirus companies.” The website’s copyright suggests the ExE Bucks affiliate program dates back to 2012. “Our technology ensures the maximum security from reverse engineering and antivirus detections,” ExEClean promised.

VPN 349

VPN Computers and Electronics Antivirus Software 349

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

FBI spoofs 2012 – 2013. This quirk made the attack look more trustworthy and added a layer of flexibility to these scams. It surfaced in November 2012 and was making thousands of victims a day. David Balaban is a computer security researcher with over 17 years of experience in malware analysis and antivirus software evaluation.

Ransomware 243

Ransomware Hacking Encryption Penetration Testing 243

Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

5 Tips to Help Avoid Charity Scams This Giving Tuesday IdentityIQ Giving Tuesday is a day to extend a helping hand, support charitable causes, and share kindness with those in need. However, despite the noble intention of Giving Tuesday, there is an alarming concern that continues to grow – the presence of Giving Tuesday scams.

Scams 52

Scams Identity Theft Antivirus Insurance 52

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

And even if most users didn’t fall for the scam, even a small percentage of hundreds of millions was enough to make the attacks very lucrative for criminals. And if you think that simply relying on antivirus software will get you through safely, there’s some more bad news. Email and spam were by far the most popular.

Cybercrime 87

Cybercrime Small Business Antivirus Malware 87

SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

Individuals who generate that many installation packages are obviously not worried about antivirus software. Many members of these families became publicly available, serving as test subjects: for instance, their code was obfuscated to test the antivirus engine’s detection quality. Where did these come from?

Mobile 145

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 145