SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

law enforcement, regulators, or media) should be contacted. Antivirus solutions, monitoring systems, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools play a critical role in combating these threats. Social engineering techniques enable them to bypass technical security measures effectively.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

Phishing and social engineering. Gaming is now an online social activity. If you have a gaming account with Steam, Epic, or another large gaming platform, take steps to keep it safe just as you would a banking or social media account. Watch for phishing and social engineering. Account takeovers.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

That’s a crazy long time for an independent media outlet these days, but then again I’m bound to keep doing this as long as they keep letting me. This bold about-face dumbfounded many longtime Norton users because antivirus firms had spent years broadly classifying all cryptomining programs as malware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 16, 2023

But after the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, the focus of hackers has shifted more towards the smart phones with more phishing and social engineering attacks recorded in a 2nd quarter of 2022. According to the Jurgen Stock, the Interpol Secretary, the global cost of cyber crime is said to reach $10.5

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Webroot

APRIL 22, 2025

Phishing and social engineering : Using your personal information, scammers can craft more convincing phishing emails or messages to trick you into giving up even more sensitive details, like passwords and PIN numbers. Selling it on the dark web : Stolen data is frequently sold to the highest bidder on dark web marketplaces.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 1, 2021

The attackers used a new cryptor to obfuscate the malware code they hid in seemingly legitimate files and evade detection from antivirus software. First, it provides a plausible excuse to urge users to disable their antivirus software, since that is often the first step to installing a cheating mod.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

However, researchers at threat intelligence firm Intel 471 in a report this week said they have seen a rise in these services, enabling attackers to target everything from bank accounts to social media platforms. Phishing, Social Engineering are Still Problems. OTP Interception Services Emerge.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 7, 2019

Human fallibility is the reason social engineering has proven to be so effective – and why phishing persists. Web-based social engineering attacks jumped 233% vs. the previous quarter. •99% Cyber criminals get this. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are wide open for intelligence gathering.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

There were no social media sites to speak of, companies were selling antivirus and anti-Trojan solutions, but nobody cared about adware, PUPs, and assorted nuisances. Governments are now scrambling to protect at least the children of this generation against the ruthless environment that these social media platforms have become.

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SecureList

APRIL 21, 2025

Lumma has also been observed using exploit kits, social engineering, and compromised websites to extend its reach and evade detection by security solutions. The attackers also use social media posts to lure victims to these channels. In this article, we’ll focus mainly on the fake CAPTCHA distribution vector.

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SecureList

JANUARY 30, 2025

Introduction Since mid-2024, we’ve observed a malicious Android campaign leveraging wedding invitations as a lure to social-engineer victims into installing a malicious Android app (APK), which we have named “Tria Stealer” after unique strings found in campaign samples.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 24, 2022

And security researchers from ESET have discovered that the malware was uploaded to the VirusTotal operated system in Brazil and was targeted by a social engineering attack. As BianLian follows the process of dividing the encrypted content in 10 bytes of data, it easily evaded detection by antivirus products.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

This can be done if you have someone’s valid Social Security number, complete name, birth date, and other personal details that are usually not very difficult to learn (from the person’s social media channels most likely). Still, most attackers will use trusted methods such as phishing, ransomware, or social engineering.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Introduction Social media platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook are now essential for communication and business, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. You may like to read more about Social Media Botnets – Hackers leveraging bots for large-scale attacks What Are Zero-Day Exploits? million users.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

A new blog post report has shone a light on the malicious practice known as voice phishing or vishing – a social engineering tactic that some cyber experts say has only grown in prominence since COVID-19 forced employees to work from home. (Ser Amantio di Nicolao, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Regularly review privacy settings on social media platforms to ensure that your personal information is not being exposed to potential threats.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 1, 2018

“I’m both a TD customer and Rogers phone subscriber and just experienced what I consider a very convincing and/or elaborate social engineering/vishing attempt,” Curt wrote. Consider the following vishing attempt, reported to KrebsOnSecurity in August by “Curt,” a longtime reader from Canada.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

It was once the case that the majority of businesses could rely on a good firewall and antivirus solution. Indeed, while antivirus and firewall software do still play an important role in cybersecurity, they are not enough on their own. Today, things have changed significantly. Working with experts who understand your industry.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 1, 2025

In today's world, social media platforms like Twitter have become a huge part of our lives as we keep them updated about ourselves. We use Twitter, which can be defined as a famous social media platform and microblogging service that we use to share small messagestweetsto keep everyone updated.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Phishing attackers are increasingly using social engineering techniques to personalize their attacks and target specific individuals or organizations. For example, attackers may research their victims on social media or other online sources to gather personal information that can be used to make their phishing emails more believable.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

Ryan Flores, senior manager of forward-looking threat research in APAC region at Trend Micro, told SC Media that the finding was pretty striking, because typically you would see a spam or phishing campaign sent to a wide range of email addresses. ” Additionally, the phishing kit can detect bot scans and web crawlers.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Even some of the top consumer antivirus tools have begun to add machine learning-based detection. malicious links) by email or social media messages using techniques like spoofing and social engineering. Phishing attacks are a traditional but efficient way to compromise a network. ML can automate the whole process.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In the early afternoon of Friday 12 May 2017, the media broke the news of a global computer security attack carried out through a malicious code capable of encrypting data residing in information systems and demanding a ransom in cryptocurrency to restore them, the Wannacry ransomware. About the author: Salvatore Lombardo.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

This method involves using emails, social media, instant messaging, and other platforms to manipulate users into revealing personal information or performing actions that can lead to network compromise, data loss, or financial harm. These details allow attackers to assess their target’s roles, relationships, and behavior.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Of course, there is a PDF attachment showing my receipt of payment. ** Please do not open these files unless you want to test your antivirus and anti-malware software loaded on your device! Phishing attacks often rely on social engineering techniques to trick users into revealing sensitive data.

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Security Through Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

At Social-Engineer, we define impersonation as “the practice of pretexting as another person with the goal of obtaining information or access to a person, company, or computer system.” Implement Security Software: Install reputable antivirus and anti-malware software on your devices and keep them updated regularly.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The technology can capture and mimic a person’s unique vocal patterns with just a few seconds of audio, which scammers can easily extract from public sources like social media, YouTube videos, or even voicemail messages. This makes voice cloning one of the most dangerous AI-driven scams, as it preys on trust and familiarity.

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Vipre

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Most antivirus and cybersecurity solutions tell you that they protect your attack vectors. Other paths and scenarios begin with social engineering. Attack Vector – Social Media. If you’re familiar with the industry, you know exactly what that means. However, most people aren’t cybersecurity professionals.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

As with on-premises systems, attackers can exploit users via malicious email attachments or social media links. Mitigating Malware Reduce malware threats in cloud storage using these strategies: Deploy antivirus solutions: Install antivirus solutions, update them on a regular basis, and monitor cloud environments continuously.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Infected hardware, for example, removable media. If no: Run the antivirus software to eliminate ransomware. Keep in mind that these steps do not guarantee the recovery of your files unless you have backup or DLP. How to prevent a ransomware attack There are multiple strategies to defend against this type of malware.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

APTs will contain a cyberattack component, but APTs also commonly include confidence schemes, social engineering , physical access to facilities , bribes, extortion, and other methods to gain system access. Maintain effective endpoint security ( antivirus , EDR ). Strong Access Control for Users. Use strong passwords.

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SecureList

APRIL 27, 2021

According to Google TAG’s blog, this actor used highly sophisticated social engineering, approached security researchers through social media, and delivered a compromised Visual Studio project file or lured them to their blog and installed a Chrome exploit. Other interesting discoveries. Final thoughts.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information.”

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Without proper training, however, they may unknowingly expose the business to risks such as phishing scams or social engineering attacks. Loss of customer trust and negative media coverage can deter both existing and potential customers.

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Identity IQ

MAY 13, 2024

Breaches can occur due to various reasons, including cyberattacks, hacking, employee negligence, physical loss of devices, and social engineering to name a few. Be Mindful When Sharing Online Information Limit the amount of personal information you share online and on social media platforms.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This underscores the importance of having additional compensating controls and educating employees on the risks associated with phishing and other social engineering attacks. This incident shows that while security tools are essential, phishing emails can still slip through.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In a phishing attack, the spam email appears to be from a trusted source, such as a bank or social media platform and often asks you to click on a link or provide personal information. Whether it’s your email client, operating system, or antivirus software, keeping everything up to date ensures you have the latest security patches.

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