Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

This includes your personally identifiable information as well as your online behavior and any authentication factors you use to verify your identity when accessing online services. In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? Why is Your Digital Identity Important?

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Hackology

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

The emergence of Kamran spyware, targeting users of a regional news website, has raised concerns among cybersecurity experts. Distributed through a possible watering-hole attack on the Hunza News website , the spyware prompts users to grant permissions, allowing access to sensitive data.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

The Rapid7 Insight Platform gives you a broad spectrum of solutions for cloud security, vulnerability risk management, threat detection and response, and threat intelligence. It is used to avoid unauthorized data access, cyber-attacks, and identity theft. Learn more about CyberProof. Visit website.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Source: Cybernews The fact that these indices were discovered suggests that the instance was not under regular monitoring, putting users at risk. Cybersecurity neglect endangers gamblers Failure to properly set authentication poses significant risks, as merely knowing the website’s domain is enough for an attacker to access user data.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

This represents the greatest transfer of economic wealth in history, risks the incentives for innovation and investment, is exponentially larger than the damage inflicted from natural disasters in a year, and will be more profitable than the global trade of all major illegal drugs combined,” the report warned. Crimeware and spyware.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. With more than 15 billion login credentials available on the dark web because of data breaches, millions of online accounts remain at risk of unauthorized access. The Bottom Line.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 1, 2024

As our digital lives increasingly intertwine with our real-world identities, we leave a trail of personal information on the internet. Cyber threats such as phishing, identity theft, and malware attacks are ever-present dangers that can compromise our privacy and security.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 31, 2024

As our digital lives increasingly intertwine with our real-world identities, we leave a trail of personal information on the internet. Cyber threats such as phishing, identity theft, and malware attacks are ever-present dangers that can compromise our privacy and security.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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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. Bitdefender uses advanced algorithms to detect and neutralize various malware types , including ransomware and spyware. Do Macs Need Antivirus Protection?

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

WhatsApp Pegasus Spyware Attack (2019) One of the most famous zero-day exploits happened on WhatsApp in 2019. Hackers discovered a vulnerability in WhatsApp’s call feature, allowing them to install spyware on phones without the user’s knowledge. Even if the user didn’t answer the call, spyware called Pegasus was installed.

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Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

2005 — PhoneBusters — PhoneBusters reports 11K+ identity theft complaints in Canada, and total losses of $8.5M, making this the fastest growing form of consumer fraud in North America. . 2008 — Heartland Payment Systems — 134 million credit cards are exposed through SQL injection to install spyware on Heartland’s data systems.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. What is Malware . Don’t worry though. Ransomware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. It is not unusual to have your system or network infected with malware, such as spyware, that often lingers secretly with no apparent symptoms. What is Malware? Don’t worry though. Ransomware.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 29, 2021

In most cases, however, malware is about profiting from data theft by: Stealing consumer credit card information and other financial data. Tricking a target into providing sensitive information for identity theft. Spyware is software designed to capture your activity and sensitive information without your knowledge or consent.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If the movie lover entered their bank card details on the fake site, they risked paying more than the displayed amount for content that did not exist and sharing their card details with the scammers. Soccer fans chasing merchandise risked compromising their bank cards or just losing some money.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In this case, victims risked both their credentials and their money. Technically, such emails are not scams, as their links lead to real banking websites, and recipients do not face any risks. This meant that the supplier bore all the risks of delivery and could lose their goods without receiving any payment.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 23, 2025

Installing an unsigned app requires a jailbreak and it can pose significant risks to your device and personal data. Files from unreliable sources may contain malware, spyware, or information stealers and, once installed, these malicious programs can compromise your device’s security. My advice would be to exercise some patience.

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