Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

CISA adds Palo Alto Networks Expedition bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Hackers target critical flaw CVE-2024-10914 in EOL D-Link NAS Devices China-linked threat actors compromised multiple telecos and spied on a limited number of U.S.

Cryptocurrency 109

Cryptocurrency Malware Hacking Ransomware 109

Security Affairs

MARCH 16, 2025

SuperBlack Ransomware operators exploit Fortinet Firewall flaws in recent attacks U.S.

Spyware 70

Spyware Cybercrime Ransomware IoT 70

Security Affairs

JANUARY 19, 2025

CISA adds Fortinet FortiOS flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Codefinger ransomware gang uses compromised AWS keys to encrypt S3 bucket CVE-2024-44243 macOS flaw allows persistent malware installation FBI deleted China-linked PlugX malware from over 4,200 US computers Russia-linked APT UAC-0063 target Kazakhstan in with HATVIBE malware (..)

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Spyware Data breaches DNS Artificial Intelligence 67

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

CISA adds Microsoft Outlook, Sophos XG Firewall, and other flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Cisco addressed two critical flaws in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) Notorious hacker behind 40+ cyberattacks on strategic organizations arrested Lazarus APT targets crypto wallets using cross-platform JavaScript stealer U.S.

Spyware 59

Spyware Cybercrime Scams Social Engineering 59

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Use passcodes and anti-spyware programs. Since phishing attempts infect an individual’s system with malware, spyware, or viruses, it’s critical to use dedicated programs installed on all gadgets and throughout your system. Enact robust data security processes and firewalls.

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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 18, 2019

With only a $150 hot-air soldering tool, a $40 microscope, and some $2 chips ordered online, Elkins was able to alter a Cisco firewall in a way that he says most IT admins likely wouldn't notice, yet would give a remote attacker deep control.

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Firewall Hacking Spyware 159

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

The spyware is offered on download sites pretending to be installers for freeware and cracked versions of paid software. Several campaigns were found to push out this spyware, but all of them were easily connected by the malicious program embedded in the cracked versions of installers, and freeware. Other functionality.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Aside from the antivirus feature, it offers features like a Windows firewall, smart app control, device health, family options, browser control, and robust security settings. Firewall and network protection : Microsoft Defender’s built-in firewall actively monitors private and public network traffic, preventing unauthorized connections.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The post Fake VS Code extension on npm uses altered ScreenConnect utility as spyware appeared first on Security Boulevard. A counterfeit 'Truffle for VS Code' extension, published on the npmjs registry, abuses the ConnectWise ScreenConnect remote desktop utility, allowing threat actors to compromise Windows systems that install the package.

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Spyware Firewall Malware 59

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Following a strong Cybersecurity hygiene while online like keeping the software updated with the latest patches, never opening links embedded in emails, using firewalls and VPN, implementing multi factor authentication while accessing critical apps, training employees on what not do when online will help in keeping malware such as viruses, worms, ransomware, (..)

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Crimeware and spyware. On the other hand, spyware malware can breach a device and access specific functions like webcams, website history, cookies, or even record conversations on a phone. Next-generation firewalls (NGFW). Firewalls have come a long way. See the Top Rootkit Scanners. Other methods.

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Backups Ransomware Malware Firewall 145

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Antivirus Software WiFi 6 Routers Virtual Private Networks Password Managers Email Security Software Web Application Firewall Bot Management Software. While some email accounts include protections, others may require additional layers of security, including spam filtering, ransomware protection, spyware protection, and encryption.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

tr with a Human and Artificial Analyst Training Approach for Long Short-Term Memory Network Classifier Hacking whoAMI: A cloud image name confusion attack Xerox Versalink C7025 Multifunction Printer: Pass-Back Attack Vulnerabilities (FIXED) How Hackers Manipulate Agentic AI with Prompt Engineering Palo Alto Networks tags new firewall bug as exploited (..)

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Scams Malware Encryption Phishing 64

Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2023

Xplain hack impacted the Swiss cantonal police and Fedpol Zyxel published guidance for protecting devices from ongoing attacks Kimsuky APT poses as journalists and broadcast writers in its attacks New Linux Ransomware BlackSuit is similar to Royal ransomware CISA adds Progress MOVEit Transfer zero-day to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (..)

Spyware 98

Spyware Hacking Malware Social Engineering 98

Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2022

Experts believe that Russian Gamaredon APT could fuel a new round of DDoS attacks The strange link between Industrial Spy and the Cuba ransomware operation Reuters: Russia-linked APT behind Brexit leak website GitHub: Nearly 100,000 NPM Users’ credentials stolen in the April OAuth token attack Android pre-installed apps are affected by high-severity (..)

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

A cyberattack on gambling giant IGT disrupted portions of its IT systems China-linked APT Gelsemium uses a new Linux backdoor dubbed WolfsBane Microsoft seized 240 sites used by the ONNX phishing service U.S.

Cybercrime 68

Cybercrime Artificial Intelligence Hacking VPN 68

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 21, 2021

Therefore, make sure to set up the latest network routers and firewall protocols across all IT equipment to strengthen your security and create a defense against hackers and security breaches. Firewalls . Install hardware firewalls for the maximum level of network security. . Two-factor authentication . Monitoring system.

Small Business 145

Small Business Cyber Attacks VPN Backups 145

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Here are a few EDR vendors with an MSP focus: Sophos Intercept X with XDR synchronizes endpoint, server, firewall, and email security. Sophos XGS Series firewall appliances can identify and stop advanced known and potential threats – including ransomware. Read next: Choosing a Managed Security Service: MDR, Firewalls & SIEM.

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Backups Firewall DDOS Antivirus 140

Security Affairs

JANUARY 21, 2024

million cryptojacking scheme arrested in Ukraine Cybercrime Cryptojacker arrested in Ukraine over EUR 1.8

Artificial Intelligence 126

Artificial Intelligence Hacking VPN Firewall 126

Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2024

Crooks manipulate GitHub’s search results to distribute malware BatBadBut flaw allowed an attacker to perform command injection on Windows Roku disclosed a new security breach impacting 576,000 accounts LastPass employee targeted via an audio deepfake call TA547 targets German organizations with Rhadamanthys malware CISA adds D-Link multiple (..)

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Data breaches Social Engineering Malware Hacking 125

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

For instance, we see a new trend emerging in the criminal ecosystem of spyware-based authentication data theft, with each individual attack being directed at a very small number of targets (from single digits to several dozen). Update firewalls and SSL VPN gateways in good time.

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Spyware Phishing Cybercrime Energy and Utilities 138

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Government of Bermuda blames Russian threat actors for the cyber attack City of Dallas has set a budget of $8.5 Government of Bermuda blames Russian threat actors for the cyber attack City of Dallas has set a budget of $8.5

Cyber Attacks 119

Cyber Attacks Firewall Data breaches Telecommunications 119

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

CISA adds Apache OFBiz bug to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Critical flaw in WPML WordPress plugin impacts 1M websites China-linked APT Volt Typhoon exploited a zero-day in Versa Director Researchers unmasked the notorious threat actor USDoD The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber a record €290M Google addressed the tenth (..)

Malware 117

Malware Surveillance Firewall Phishing 117

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

ransomware builder used by multiple threat actors Cisco fixes 3 high-severity DoS flaws in NX-OS and FXOS software Cybercrime Unpacking the MOVEit Breach: Statistics and Analysis Cl0p Ups The Ante With Massive MOVEit Transfer Supply-Chain Exploit FBI, Partners Dismantle Qakbot Infrastructure in Multinational Cyber Takedown U.S.

Social Engineering 122

Social Engineering Spyware Data breaches Malware 122

Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2020

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Data breaches Spyware Advertising Hacking 100

Security Affairs

JUNE 17, 2023

Margaret’s Health is the first hospital to cite a cyberattack as a reason for its closure A database containing data of +8.9 Margaret’s Health is the first hospital to cite a cyberattack as a reason for its closure A database containing data of +8.9

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Data breaches DDOS Backups Firewall 98

Security Affairs

JUNE 20, 2022

US DoJ announced to have shut down the Russian RSOCKS Botnet MaliBot Android Banking Trojan targets Spain and Italy Chinese DriftingCloud APT exploited Sophos Firewall Zero-Day before it was fixed Experts link Hermit spyware to Italian surveillance firm RCS Lab and a front company A Microsoft 365 feature can ransom files on SharePoint and OneDriveCould (..)

Spyware 104

Spyware DNS Ransomware Surveillance 104

Dark Reading

JULY 8, 2022

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Antivirus Firewall Spyware Malware 55

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Spyware is malware that is installed on a user’s device without their permission and steals their data. There are numerous types of spyware, such as adware, tracking cookies, and system monitors that can detect virtually anything you do on your computer.

Malware 98

Malware Spyware Adware Software 98

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 27, 2023

Targeting Firewalls and IPS/IDS Appliances In the case of CVE-2022-42475, a flaw in Fortinet’s FortiOS SSL-VPN, Mandiant observed a Chinese state-sponsored group exploiting the vulnerability in late 2022. firewalls, IPS/IDS appliances, etc.),” the researchers wrote.

Firewall 104

Firewall Internet Internet Telecommunications 104

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

The tools also depend upon physical controls that should also be implemented against malicious physical access to destroy or compromise networking equipment such as routers, cables, switches, firewalls, and other networking appliances. These physical controls do not rely upon IT technology and will be assumed to be in place.

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 15, 2024

CISA adds Cleo Harmony, VLTrader, and LexiCom flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog German agency BSI sinkholed a botnet of 30,000 devices infected with BadBox U.S.

Firewall 62

Firewall Spyware Surveillance Cybercrime 62

SecureList

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Fortinet firewall vulnerabilities What happened? In the Triangulation campaign , discovered by Kaspersky last year, attackers compromised the integrity of system software and hardware by exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities to load advanced spyware onto devices. However, targeted attacks remain a viable possibility.

Internet 112

Internet Internet Risk Social Engineering 112

eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

IDS and IPS solutions help fill in the gaps between endpoint protection , firewalls , and other parts of the security stack. Even the smallest organizations know that they should implement firewalls and endpoint protection solutions. This equipment usually cannot be protected by antivirus solutions or device-specific firewalls.

Firewall 109

Firewall Wireless Software Encryption 109

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

When the internet arrived, the network added a firewall to protect networks and users as they connected to the world wide web. Technical controls may be implemented by: Hardware appliances : switches, routers, firewalls, etc. In a complex, modern network, this assumption falls apart.

Network Security 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Unlike traditional antivirus programs, which primarily focus on viruses, anti-malware solutions address a wider array of threats, including spyware, adware, ransomware, and trojans. Intego offers robust malware detection and removal, firewall protection, and anti-phishing measures. Its sleek, intuitive interface makes navigation easy.

Software 62

Software Malware Antivirus Spyware 62

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

In 2016, researchers from non-profit organization CitizenLab published a report that describes a campaign of targeted spyware attacks carried by the Stealth Falcon. The abuse of the BITS mechanism is hard to be detected, its tasks are more likely permitted by host-based firewalls. ” reads the analysis published by ESET.

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Malware Advertising System Administration Spyware 105