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IT threat evolution in Q3 2024. Non-mobile statistics

SecureList

Attacks on macOS Password stealers were the third quarter’s most noteworthy findings associated with attacks on macOS users. Adware and other potentially unwanted applications were as usual the most widespread threats for macOS. 2 Tajikistan 1.63 3 Kazakhstan 1.34 4 Ethiopia 1.30 5 Uzbekistan 1.20 6 Belarus 1.20 8 Panama 1.10

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OpenSSH trojan campaign targets Linux systems and IoT devices

Malwarebytes

Poorly configured Linux and Internet of Things (IoT) devices are at risk of compromise from a cryptojacking campaign , according to researchers at Microsoft. Years ago you’d occasionally see adware programs try to remove rivals from a PC, in order to take all of the ad revenue for its creator.

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Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

Jump ahead: Adware. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads. Most users are familiar with adware in the form of unclosable browser pop-ups.

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IT threat evolution in Q2 2024. Non-mobile statistics

SecureList

This spyware is notable for requesting an administrator password through osascript, displaying a phishing window. Other common threats include adware and fake “system optimizers” that demand money to “fix” nonexistent issues. Attackers regularly update and repackage this Trojan to avoid detection.

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IT threat evolution Q1 2021. Non-mobile statistics

SecureList

Analysis of network threats in Q1 2021 continued to show ongoing attempts to attack servers with a view to brute-force passwords for network services such as Microsoft SQL Server, RDP and SMB. Updated adware for the new Macs also immediately appeared, in particular the Pirrit family (whose members placed high in our Top 20 threats for macOS).

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IT threat evolution in Q1 2024. Non-mobile statistics

SecureList

Its key feature was the ability to replace Bitcoin and Exodus wallet apps with infected versions to steal passwords and wallet recovery phrases. More often than not, it delivers various kinds of adware to the infected device, but there are no technical limitations in terms of the type of downloads, so it may as well drop any other malware.

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Top 9 Cybersecurity Challenges SMEs Currently Face

Responsible Cyber

IoT Opens Excessive Entry Points. The Internet of Things (IoT) is undeniably the future of technology. It is imperative for employers to now ensure that all IoT devices are set up correctly and no room for a network breach is left. Hold training sessions to help employees manage passwords and identify phishing attempts.