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Trojans and Spyware Are Making a Comeback

Adam Levin

Trojan horse-based malware attacks and spyware rose sharply in 2018 as ransomware-based attacks declined, according to a new report published by Malwarebytes. Ransomware attacks remain a persistent threat, but are not as prevalent as they were at their peak in 2017, which coincided with the meteoric rise in cyptocurrency values.

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Google Chrome AI extensions deliver info-stealing malware in broad attack

Malwarebytes

Small businesses and boutique organizations should use caution when leaning on browser-friendly artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate ideas, content, and marketing copy, as a set of Google Chrome extensions were recently compromised to deliver info-stealing malware disguised as legitimate updates.

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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 31

Security Affairs

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

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ThiefQuest Ransomware for the Mac

Schneier on Security

There's a new ransomware for the Mac called ThiefQuest or EvilQuest. The spyware component also lurks persistently as a backdoor on infected devices, meaning it sticks around even after a computer reboots, and could be used as a launchpad for additional, or "second stage," attacks.

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Malware Detection: How to detect and remove malware ?

Security Boulevard

Malware, a contraction of malicious software, encompasses any intrusive program developed by cybercriminals to compromise data integrity, damage systems, or gain unauthorized access. This broad category includes viruses, ransomware, spyware, and trojans, among others. appeared first on Seceon Inc.

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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 27

Security Affairs

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

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Beware the Cyber Ghouls: Spooky Threats Lurking in Digital Shadows

SecureWorld News

Vampire malware: draining systems dry This malware creeps in undetected, draining resources and stealing data in the dark. Like vampires, malware strains can operate quietly, leeching data or encrypting files without warning, making ransomware and spyware infections incredibly haunting.

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