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Warning over free online file converters that actually install malware

Malwarebytes

The FBI warned specifically about that malware leading to ransomware attacks, but we’ve also seen similar sites that install browser hijackers, adware, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). These extensions are often browser hijackers and adware. com (Adware) freejpgtopdfconverter[.]com This is the actual malware.

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Mobile malware evolution in 2024

SecureList

million attacks involving malware, adware or unwanted mobile software were prevented. Adware, the most common mobile threat, accounted for 35% of total detections. million malware, adware or unwanted software attacks targeting mobile devices. A total of 1.1 A total of 1.1 Verdict %* 2023 %* 2024 Difference in p.p.

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How rogue TikTok accounts are promoting malicious mobile apps

Tech Republic Security

The accounts are pushing games, wallpaper, and other apps designed to deploy adware scams toward iOS and Android users, says Avast.

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Apps on Google Play Store with in-built Adware

CyberSecurity Insiders

Security researchers from Dr. Web have discovered in their latest study that many of the applications hosted in the Google Play Store were loaded with adware and info stealing malicious software. The post Apps on Google Play Store with in-built Adware appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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IT threat evolution in Q3 2024. Non-mobile statistics

SecureList

The third quarter’s most prolific ransomware gang was RansomHub, which accounted for 17.75% of all victims. Adware and other potentially unwanted applications were as usual the most widespread threats for macOS. For example, AdWare.OSX.Angent.ap (9%) adds advertising links as browser bookmarks without the user’s knowledge.

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Apple removed the popular app Adware Doctor because steals user browsing history

Security Affairs

Apple has removed one of the most popular anti-malware app called Adware Doctor:Anti Malware &Ad from the official macOS App Store. Adware Doctor the top paid utility in the official Mac App Store, it has a good reputation with thousands of reviews and a 4.8 Adware Doctor is stealing your privacy. star rating.

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The mobile malware threat landscape in 2022

SecureList

Number of detected malicious installation packages in 2019–2022 ( download ) Distribution of detected mobile malware by type Distribution of newly detected mobile malware by type in 2021 and 2022 ( download ) RiskTool-type potentially unwanted software (27.39%) topped the rankings in 2022, replacing the previous leader, adware (24.05%).

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