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FBI warns of malicious free online document converters spreading malware

Security Affairs

The FBI warns of a significant increase in scams involving free online document converters to infect users with malware. The FBI warns that threat actors use malicious online document converters to steal users sensitive information and infect their systems with malware. ” reads the alert. The FBI urges reporting to IC3.gov.

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Warning over free online file converters that actually install malware

Malwarebytes

Instead of converting files, the tools actually load malware onto victims computers. The FBI warned specifically about that malware leading to ransomware attacks, but we’ve also seen similar sites that install browser hijackers, adware, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). This is the actual malware. Imageconvertors[.]com

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From Risk Assessment to Action: Improving Your DLP Response

Security Affairs

DLP is key in cybersecurity; a risk assessment identifies data risks, helping turn findings into real-world security improvements. So, how can you conduct a DLP risk assessment? What is a DLP Risk Assessment? Why Conduct a DLP Risk Assessment? Protecting sensitive data is what cybersecurity is all about.

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Android malware FakeCall intercepts your calls to the bank

Malwarebytes

As you can imagine handing these options to a malicious app comes with some serious risks. Last time FakeCall reared its head, BleepingComputer reported that the malware was being distributed as fake banking apps that impersonate large financial institutions, as well as being distributed in phishing emails.

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See No Risk, Hear No Warning, Speak No Breach: The Cybersecurity Trap for Small Businesses

Jane Frankland

Just like the three wise monkeys , some small business owners are unintentionally following a philosophy of see no risk, hear no warning, speak no threat when it comes to cybersecurity. Why Small Business Cybersecurity Matters More Than Ever In a supply chain world, your weakest link is someone elses risk exposure. Here’s how: 1.

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Deceptive Google Meet Invites Lures Users Into Malware Scams

eSecurity Planet

These malware scams lure individuals with fake conference invitations designed to mimic legitimate meeting requests and exploit users’ trust. You are then guided to execute PowerShell code designed to “fix” the supposed problem, unwittingly allowing malware to infiltrate their systems.

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Malicious QR codes sent in the mail deliver malware

Malwarebytes

Physical letters that contain a QR code to trick people into downloading malware are being sent through the mail, according to a warning issued by The Swiss National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Use anti-malware protection on your devices Your mobile devices are in need of protection just as much as your computer.

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