Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Today, we are showing readers just what that evolution looked like, in our State of Malware 2021 report. This report provides our most comprehensive analysis of last year’s malware trends, with breakdowns by malware category, malware type, operating system, region, industry, and more.

Malware 133

Malware Scams Spyware Healthcare 133

Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2019

Scranos is a powerful cross-platform rootkit-enabled spyware discovered while investigating malware posing as legitimate software like video players, drivers and even anti-virus products. Although the campaign has not reached the magnitude of the Zacinlo adware campaign, it is already infecting users worldwide.”

Spyware 101

Spyware Adware Malware Accountability 101

SecureList

MARCH 20, 2024

Introduction Malware for mobile devices is something we come across very often. million malware, adware, and riskware attacks on mobile devices. Last month, we wrote a total of four private crimeware reports on Android malware, three of which are summarized below. In 2023 , our technologies blocked 33.8

Malware 130

Malware Mobile Firmware Spyware 130

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Information is out that an advanced persistent threat group has reportedly stolen data from the US Defense servers with the help of CovalentStealer Malware. However, it can only conclude after the YARA tool that is used for research and detection of malware specifies an input.

Government 111

Government Malware Adware Spyware 111

Security Affairs

MAY 18, 2022

Researchers spotted a new variant of the UpdateAgent macOS malware dropper that was employed in attacks in the wild. Researchers from the Jamf Threat Labs team have uncovered a new variant of the UpdateAgent macOS malware dropper. Upon executing the malware, it connects to a remote server and retrieves a bash script to be executed.

Adware 100

Adware Malware Spyware Hacking 100

Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2022

2021 saw a massive surge in detections of malware, adware, and Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs). Detections of malware on Windows business machines were 143% higher in 2021 than in 2020, and 65% higher on consumer machines. Windows malware detection totals 2019-2021.

Malware 98

Malware Adware Cryptocurrency Cybercrime 98

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2021

As users have increasingly moved from desktop operating systems to mobile devices as their primary form of computing, cyber attackers have taken notice and malware has followed. Mobile malware statistics. More than 3 million of those attacks represented new types of malware. Types of mobile malware. ransomware?

Mobile 104

Mobile Malware Adware Banking 104

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 11, 2021

So, just by simply following the below steps, you can not only secure your smart phone from hacking campaigns, but also keep it free from adware or mining malware. 2- Using an antivirus solution on your smart device helps in keeping malware, adware and spyware at bay.

Adware 128

Adware Spyware Antivirus Passwords 128

SecureList

AUGUST 15, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2022: 5,520,908 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. The most common threat to mobile devices was adware: 25.28% of all threats detected. As in the previous quarter, fraudulent apps occupied seven out of twenty leading positions in the malware rankings.

Mobile 141

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 141

Webroot

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The most common form of cyberattack is malware , a type of software that’s used to break into your computer system. Last year alone, there were more than 6 billion malware attacks detected worldwide. Some of the many forms of malware include: Ransomware : Prevents you from accessing your files, devices or network unless you pay money.

Malware 106

Malware Backups Adware Ransomware 106

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2024: 7 million attacks using malware, adware or unwanted mobile software were blocked. In April of this year, new versions of Mandrake spyware were discovered. The most common threat to mobile devices was RiskTool software – 41% of all detected threats.

Mobile 106

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 106

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As a website owner, chances are you’ve heard a great deal about malware. But you may wonder what exactly malware is, and why it’s such a serious threat to your website and your site’s visitors. What is Malware? And if you own a business website, a malware attack can cost you revenue and customers. Fileless Malware.

Malware 98

Malware Spyware Adware Software 98

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q3 2021: 9,599,519 malware, adware and riskware attacks on mobile devices were prevented. We have seen no new mass campaigns seeking to distribute any specific mobile malware family; nor were there any newsworthy events similar to what we had early into the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mobile 134

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 134

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q1 2022: 6,463,414 mobile malware, adware and riskware attacks were blocked. These types of apps occupy seven out of the twenty places in our malware ranking for Q1. Distribution of detected mobile malware by type. Top 20 mobile malware programs. Quarterly figures.

Mobile 131

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 131

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Attacks on macOS In Q2 2024, numerous samples of the spyware Trojan-PSW.OSX.Amos (also known as Cuckoo) were found. This spyware is notable for requesting an administrator password through osascript, displaying a phishing window. New versions of the LightRiver/LightSpy spyware were also discovered.

Mobile 114

Mobile Antivirus Adware Ransomware 114

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

With malware increasingly targeting macOS, many users wonder how to protect their devices best. The answer is simple: invest in the right anti-malware and anti-virus software designed specifically for Mac users in 2025. This guide will explore the essential tools to help you secure your Mac against malware threats.

Software 62

Software Malware Antivirus Spyware 62

SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

Quarterly figures According to Kaspersky Security Network, in Q2 2023: A total of 5,704,599 mobile malware, adware, and riskware attacks were blocked. Quarterly highlights The number of malware, adware, or unwanted software attacks on mobile devices began to climb again in Q2 2023. of all threats detected. 16.79 +3.52

Mobile 98

Mobile Adware Banking Malware 98

Malwarebytes

MAY 10, 2023

(Verizon Mobile Security Index 2022) 9 percent of organizations suffered a mobile malware attack in 2022. In this post, we’ll delve into mobile malware trends, gather critical insights, and anticipate future scenarios to prepare MSPs for the complex landscape of mobile malware.

Mobile 81

Mobile Malware Phishing Scams 81

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Malware, or code written for malicious purposes, is evolving. To understand the new dangers malicious code poses to developers, it helps to take a brief look back at the history of malware. Malicious code, or malware, is intentionally written to disrupt, damage, or otherwise inflict undesirable effects on a target system.

Malware 96

Malware Software Ransomware Adware 96

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

You had very rich and powerful adware companies, making liberal use of bundled installers. The adware was frequently incredibly invasive, with affiliate networks often in meltdown promoting every kind of rogue install under the sun. As an added bonus, so were many representatives from the adware vendors.

Internet 86

Internet Internet Adware Spyware 86

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 23, 2022

According to a research conducted by Avast, grandparents aged between in 55 to 64 are being targeted mainly by those spreading ransomware, tech support scams, spyware and botnets. Whereas, the younger generation was being hit by TikTok scams that mainly spread malware, spyware, adware and data, stealing Trojans to mobiles.

Scams 90

Scams Ransomware Spyware Adware 90

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 24, 2021

Some freeware programs may have added software packages that can include malicious software such as trojans, spyware, or adware. The Managed Threat Detection and Response (MTDR) analyst team was notified of malware on a customer’s assets who frequently uses freeware. Read full post.

Malware 52

Malware Adware Threat Detection Spyware 52

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 5, 2021

That culprit could be spyware. Spyware is software that tracks your internet surfing and [.]. The post Spyware: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Prevent It appeared first on TechSpective. The post Spyware: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Prevent It appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Spyware 59

Spyware Internet Internet Software 59

The Last Watchdog

MAY 20, 2019

Malware deliveries Upon reviewing Android usage data for all of 2018, Google identified a rise in the number of “potentially harmful apps” that were preinstalled or delivered through over-the-air updates. Here are a few key developments everyone should know about.

Mobile 138

Mobile Spyware Banking Manufacturing 138

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 20, 2023

Spyware is a type of malicious software designed to gather data from a computer system without the user’s knowledge or consent. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of spyware and how you can detect them on your computer. To detect adware on your computer, you can use an adware scanner.

Adware 52

Adware Spyware Antivirus Passwords 52

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Threat Intelligence Report Date: September 4, 2024 Prepared by: David Brunsdon, Threat Intelligence - Security Engineer, HYAS Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any software designed to harm, exploit or otherwise compromise the functionality and security of computers, networks and devices.

Malware 59

Malware Spyware Software Encryption 59

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Rootkits are malware implants that are installed deep in the operating system. However, on one of the infected machines, we found malware that we think is probably related to CosmicStrand. This malware creates a user named “aaaabbbb” in the operating system with local administrator rights. Other malware.

Malware 123

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 123

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Recent research by Positive Technologies looked at the cyber threat landscape during Q2 2021 and found that ransomware attacks reached “stratospheric” levels, accounting for 69% of all malware attacks, a huge jump from 39% in Q2 2020. Detect compromised accounts, insider threats, and malware. EnigmaSoft. Scan scheduling.

Ransomware 109

Ransomware VPN Backups Malware 109

Malwarebytes

MARCH 1, 2023

Malware and phishing are two particular mobile threats that you need to defend against in 2023. Verizon Mobile Security Index 2022) 9 percent of organizations suffered a mobile malware attack in 2022. In this post, we’ll talk about the threat that phishing and malware pose to mobile endpoint security and how to crush them.

Mobile 92

Mobile Phishing Malware Adware 92

Hacker's King

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In this article, we are going learn what is malware, how many types of malware and how to do analysis on malware. In today’s digital landscape, the threat of malware is ever-present. Open-source tools for malware analysis have become essential allies in this ongoing battle.

Malware 59

Malware Cybersecurity Engineering Antivirus 59

Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2023

Gox exchange and operating BTC-e Japanese Pharmaceutical giant Eisai hit by a ransomware attack Clop ransomware gang was testing MOVEit Transfer bug since 2021 Stealth Soldier backdoor used is targeted espionage attacks in Libya Researchers published PoC exploit code for actively exploited Windows elevation of privilege issue Experts detail a new Kimsuky (..)

Social Engineering 98

Social Engineering Data breaches Ransomware Cybercrime 98

Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

If a “Not Secure” warning appears on your browser when you visit a website, it is not necessarily affected by malware. Malware is any type of software or program designed to harm a computer, steal data or hold victims to ransom such as a computer virus, Trojan horse, ransomware, spyware, wiper, worm or adware.

Identity Theft 119

Identity Theft Passwords Data breaches Scams 119

Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2022

MRG-Effitas, which produces quarterly reports about cybersecurity products that publicly participate in evaluations, focuses its analyses on “real world” malware attacks and detection capabilities. The malware load used during the 360° Assessment is significant.

Adware 77

Adware Ransomware Banking Malware 77

IT Security Guru

AUGUST 9, 2022

Search for the official sources: there’s no risk of malware when you download a file or software from them. Pay attention to symptoms of malware. 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.

Data breaches 117

Data breaches Passwords Accountability Antivirus 117

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 9, 2018

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Adware 64

Adware Hacking Data breaches Advertising 64

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Malvertising acts as a vessel for malware propagation. Scammers and malware operators are increasingly adept at mimicking popular brands in their ad snippets, which makes it problematic for the average user to tell the wheat from the chaff. One of the biggest pitfalls with malvertising is how difficult it can be to detect.

Cybercrime 108

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 108

Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

As cybercrime has become well-funded and increasingly sophisticated, phishing remains one of the most effective methods used by criminals to introduce malware into businesses. Malware is a blanket term used to describe any software that gets installed on a machine to perform unwanted tasks for the benefit of a third party.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity DDOS Small Business Phishing 98