SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Short-lived phishing sites often offered to see the premieres before the eagerly awaited movie or television show was scheduled to hit the screen. At the beginning of that year, we still observed phishing attacks that used the themes of infection and prevention as the bait.

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Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 118

SecureList

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Our Anti-Phishing system blocked 253 365 212 phishing links. Safe Messaging blocked 341 954 attempts to follow phishing links in messengers. They used official advertisements and provided a synopsis of the film on the website. Hurry up and lose your account: phishing in the corporate sector. Trends of the year.

Phishing 97

Phishing Scams Accountability Banking 97

Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2020

Hackers launched spear-phishing attacks against organizations in the oil and gas industry sector spreading the Agent Tesla info-stealer malware. To do this, the spyware creates different threads and timer functions in the main function. ” ~ Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Spyware 136

Spyware Manufacturing Malware Engineering 136

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2020

The emails provide updates on the Coronavirus outbreak, it includes stats on the epidemic and contains an email of corona-virus@caramail.com that is likely used for phishing purposes. See Using Caution with Email Attachments and Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Scams for more information. Pierluigi Paganini.

Malware 145

Malware Scams Social Engineering Phishing 145

Security Affairs

APRIL 9, 2019

In the last weeks, a new Android surveillance malware dubbed Exodus made the headlines, now expert found the iOS version of the government spyware. So far, this software (along with the Android version) has been made available through phishing sites that imitated Italian and Turkmenistani mobile carriers.” Pierluigi Paganini.

Surveillance 103

Surveillance Spyware Phishing Malware 103

Security Affairs

MAY 19, 2020

Spear-phishing is a rapidly emerging threat. It’s more specific than generic phishing attempts and often targets a single person or company. Data from Barracuda cybersecurity researchers identified a 667% increase in spear-phishing attacks between the end of February and the following month.

Energy and Utilities 124

Energy and Utilities Phishing Advertising Technology 124

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

At its core, malware exploits existing network, device, or user vulnerabilities , posing as little a risk as annoying advertisements to the much more damaging demand for millions of dollars in ransom. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. RAM scraper.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

SecureList

MARCH 15, 2021

From targeted attacks to exploiting all things COVID-related, the biggest trends in spam and phishing. Phishing is still one of the most effective types of attacks because it exploits users’ emotions, particularly their fear and anxiety. A fake landing page for a mask advertised in a phishing email. Lessons learned.

Phishing 145

Phishing Advertising Spyware Internet 145

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

You know how it freaks people out when Facebook shows them advertisements for things they have only just thought about buying? They say, “I haven’t searched for the item yet, but here they are showing me this advertisement.”. Many wonder how Facebook knows this. More Facebook concerns. Don’t give information like that away.

Media 118

Media Cybersecurity Advertising Passwords 118

Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2024

carmaker with phishing attacks Law enforcement operation dismantled phishing-as-a-service platform LabHost Previously unknown Kapeka backdoor linked to Russian Sandworm APT Cisco warns of a command injection escalation flaw in its IMC. Automotive Industry Chinese Organized Crime’s Latest U.S.

Data breaches 131

Data breaches Ransomware Phishing Malware 131

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Security researchers at F-Secure have recently uncovered a small spam campaign aimed at delivering spyware to Mac users that use Exodus wallet. The campaign leverages Exodus-themed phishing messages using an attachment named “Exodus-MacOS-1.64.1-update.zip.” Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Cryptocurrency 103

Cryptocurrency Spyware Advertising Surveillance 103

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

It could be hidden in a malicious advertisement, fake email or illegitimate software installation. Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. Don’t worry though. Common types. Ransomware. Trojan horse.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

These are some ways malware can find its way into your devices: Phishing Emails. Phishing emails trick a victim into clicking on a link or opening an attachment that contains a malicious file. Malicious advertisement. Your information is then relayed to data firms, advertisers, or sold on the dark web for profit.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Advertising Spyware 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

It could be hidden in a malicious advertisement, fake email or illegitimate software installation. Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. Don’t worry though. Common Types of Malware. Ransomware. Trojan Horse.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Security Affairs

MARCH 12, 2019

Malware authors created well-designed fake web pages, replicating all the graphics of the game misleading the user to download the app, as shown in the following image: Figure 1:fake/phishing Apex Legends web page. The third sample is an attempt to hijack the user towards a phishing site. An example is “hxxps://apexhack[.]site/”,

Spyware 106

Spyware Malware Mobile Phishing 106

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 23, 2018

The latest version of the Azorult was delivered through the RIG exploit kit as well as other sources, previous variants were mainly distributed via weaponized Office documents as attachment of phishing messages. Now experts from Check Point have discovered a new version that is being advertised in an underground forum.

Marketing 105

Marketing Cybercrime Cryptocurrency Advertising 105

Security Affairs

JULY 4, 2023

. “The campaign employs a multi-stage attack strategy, starting with targeted SMS phishing messages distributed across Spain and other countries, using Sender IDs (SIDs) to create an illusion of authenticity and mimicking reputable financial institutions to deceive victims.” ” Thill explained.

Banking 98

Banking Phishing Social Engineering Authentication 98

Security Affairs

AUGUST 23, 2019

Asruex first appeared in the threat landscape 2015, researchers linked it to the spyware used by the DarkHotel APT group. Trend Micro researchers discovered the new Asruex variant in malicious.PDF files that was spread via phishing messages. ” ~ Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Malware 110

Malware Advertising Spyware Encryption 110

Security Affairs

AUGUST 16, 2020

gun exchange site on hacking forum Threat Report Portugal: Q2 2020 Emotet malware employed in fresh COVID19-themed spam campaign PoC exploit code for two Apache Struts 2 flaws available online XCSSET Mac spyware spreads via Xcode Projects. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini.

Hacking 87

Hacking Spyware Advertising Passwords 87

Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2019

Scranos – A Cross Platform, Rootkit-Enabled Spyware rapidly spreading. Google is going to block logins from embedded browsers against MitM phishing attacks. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Computers and Electronics 95

Computers and Electronics Data breaches Advertising Spyware 95

Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2019

Hackers published a list of allegedly phished Discord login credentials. Android Spyware Monokle, developed by Russian defense contractor, used in targeted attacks. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Antivirus 91

Antivirus Advertising Spyware Hacking 91

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Google's reCAPTCHA is not only useless, it's also basically spyware Techspot This study demonstrates Google's reCAPTCHA v2 and v3 are flawed and don't actually keep out bots. The research also shows that reCAPTCHA relies on fingerprinting (collecting "user agent data and other identifying information") and shares this data with advertisers.

Surveillance 52

Surveillance Data breaches VPN Malware 52

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The TA886 hacking group targets organizations in the United States and Germany with new spyware tracked as Screenshotter. The attack chain starts with an phishing emails containing a malicious URL or malicious attachment that lead to deployment of WasabiSeed and Screenshotter malware. ” reads the post published by Proofpoint.

Malware 98

Malware Phishing Spyware Cybercrime 98

Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2019

This data comes not only from the analysis of underground forums and phishing websites, but also from the analysis of cybercriminals’ infrastructure (including but not limited to C&Cs) and malware disassembling. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini.

Artificial Intelligence 97

Artificial Intelligence Government Banking Advertising 97

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2018

According to Group-IB experts, cyber criminals stole user accounts’ data using special spyware – form grabbers, keyloggers, such as Pony Formgrabber, AZORult and Qbot ( Qakbot ). Phishing emails were sent to personal and corporate email accounts. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

Government 111

Government Cybercrime Accountability Advertising 111

Security Affairs

AUGUST 25, 2019

5 Common Phishing Attacks and How to Avoid Them? App tainted with Ahmyst Open-source spyware appeared on Google Play Store twice. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Texas attackers demand $2.5

Small Business 79

Small Business Data breaches Advertising Spyware 79

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

You may be most familiar with computer malware such as Trojan viruses and spyware, which can be used to retrieve sensitive data from a computer or even take control of the system. Malvertising, or malicious advertising, is the use of advertisements to spread malware. Malvertising.

Small Business 98

Small Business DDOS Malware Phishing 98

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Swedish Government grants police the use of spyware against violent crime suspects. Spear-phishing attacks target United Nations and NGOs. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Adobe Creative Cloud Users.

Advertising 63

Advertising Spyware Hacking DDOS 63

Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2018

Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. . · Hundreds of thousands MikroTik Routers involved in massive Coinhive cryptomining campaign. · Industrial Sector targeted in surgical spear-phishing attacks.

Cryptocurrency 58

Cryptocurrency Data breaches Spyware Advertising 58

SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

Cybersecurity vendor experts provided their commentary on the findings: Zane Bond, Head of Product at Keeper Security, said: "The first phase of any breach begins with an external facing risk, such as a software vulnerability or employee who falls victim to phishing. Historically, user errors have been more of a risk than technical issues.

Malware 90

Malware Social Engineering Passwords Spyware 90

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Cybercriminals often use malware to gain access to a computer or mobile device to deploy viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. FormBook FormBook is an information stealer advertised in hacking forums. AZORult's developers are constantly updating its capabilities. Remcos installs a backdoor onto a target system.

Malware 98

Malware Banking Penetration Testing Healthcare 98

IT Security Guru

AUGUST 9, 2022

Be cautious when you enter public wi-fi and use VPN to protect you from hacking techniques and phishing attacks. Worms, adware, rootkits, spyware, trojans, ransomware, and many other viruses that may have come to your ears along the time are your personal data’s enemies. Pay attention to symptoms of malware.

Data breaches 117

Data breaches Passwords Accountability Antivirus 117

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2021

Adware : Though not all security professionals consider adware malicious, this threat category presents users with unwanted advertisements and may track their activities without consent. A 2020 report showed how three out of four phishing attempts targeting pharmaceutical employees also delivered malware to victims.

Mobile 105

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 105

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

There's a tongue-in-cheek saying about a common piece of advice for avoiding phishing attacks: you can't tell the user to stop clicking things on the thing-clicking machine. Either way, they serve no legitimate purpose for anyone other than shady advertisers and deserve to be deleted with extreme prejudice.

Adware 95

Adware Software Spyware Passwords 95

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. Sophos: Noted that 43% of all 2023 malware signature updates are for stealers, spyware, and keyloggers often used to steal credentials from devices.

Cybersecurity 122

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 122

Pen Test Partners

JANUARY 14, 2025

The ability to manipulate partitions on the device is especially concerning because it allows for a wide range of malicious activities, including rooting the device, installing spyware or creating backdoors for further exploitation. smsservice: Displays advertisements and installs applications based on responses from the C&C servers.

Firmware 75

Firmware Malware Manufacturing Mobile 75

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

NullMixer is a dropper that includes more than just specific malware families; it drops a wide variety of malicious binaries to infect the machine with, such as backdoors, bankers, downloaders, spyware and many others. The malware is known to be sold on online forums, and distributed via phishing emails. NullMixer execution chain.

Malware 141

Malware Cryptocurrency Passwords Software 141