Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

FBI warns ransomware gangs are actively targeting organizations in the food and agriculture sector. Small farms, large producers, processors and manufacturers, and markets and restaurants are particularly exposed to ransomware attacks. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. ” reads the FBI’s PIN.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2021

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Home routers are being hijacked using a vulnerability disclosed just 2 before Ransomware turncoat leaks Conti data, lifts the lid on the ransomware business Check your passwords!

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

The experts pointed out that the majority of all Black Friday spam (by volume) (56%) received in the same period was marked as a scam. The report provides details about some of the Black Friday scams analyzed by the experts, such as Louis Vuitton and Ray Ban sales scams. SecurityAffairs – hacking, scam).

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2021

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs, our podcast featured Malwarebytes senior security researcher JP Taggart, who talked to us about why you need to trust your VPN. But obscuring your Internet activity—including the websites you visit, the searches you make, the files you download—doesn’t mean that a VPN magically disappears those things.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

The Ransomware Scourge. The Institute for Science and Technology ' Ransomware Task Force ' (RTF), which is a collaboration of more than 60 stakeholders, finally released its ransomware framework , which comprised of 48 strategies to tackle the ransomware problem.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

On the 14th of May, the Health Service Executive (HSE) , Ireland’s publicly funded healthcare system, fell victim to a Conti ransomware attack, forcing the organization to shut down more than 80,000 affected endpoints and plunging them back to the age of pen and paper. Threat profile: Conti ransomware.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 5, 2021

Lil’ skimmer, the Magecart impersonator What is the WireGuard VPN protocol ? Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Is it Game Over for VR Advergaming ? Other cybersecurity news.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Beyond the VPN: Ultimate online privacy with the Tor Project’s Isabela Bagueros: Lock and Code S02E20 Patch now to bypass Firefox add-ons that abuse the proxy API to deny updates How social media mistakes can impact cybersecurity Update now! Last week on Malwarebytes Labs. Other cybersecurity news. Stay safe, everyone!

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

Avoid Common Scams and Sketchy Characters Since you are likely a one-person company that doesn’t have an IT team to detect issues and solve problems, you will need to be extra cautious of the companies and clients with which you interact. Part of that is being aware of common scams that could spell big trouble.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Use a VPN to Protect Online Communications. With this new mobility, organizations should make it a requirement for all employees to use a virtual private network (VPN) on their work devices, ensuring company assets and communications are secure. Top 3 online security tips for remote workers. Communicate Security Best Practices.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Can two VPN “wrongs” make a right? Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Amazon SIdewalk starts sharing your WiFi data tomorrow, thanks White hat, black hat, grey hat hackers: what’s the difference ? Other cybersecurity news. Stay safe, everyone! The post A week in security (June 7 – June 13) appeared first on Malwarebytes Labs.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In fact, the most popular time for criminals to send emails targeting workers with funds-transfer scams is 9 a.m. That same employee might not think twice before opening an attachment in an email that appears to come from their manager, only to learn the attachment contained ransomware when it’s too late. on a Tuesday.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack whereby hackers send fictitious emails or other communication , from what appears to be a trusted company, to induce victims to reveal personal information such as passwords, usernames or payment details. Weak or Limited Number of Passwords. Bank details. Email addresses. Biometrics.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 23, 2024

PROXY WARS Security experts say that not long after the war started, Stark began hosting dozens of proxy services and free virtual private networking (VPN) services, which are designed to help users shield their Internet usage and location from prying eyes. is a company that tracks VPNs and proxy services worldwide.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It serves as a vessel for various strains of malware, including ransomware, and underlies data-stealing campaigns that target large organizations and individuals alike. This hoax involves what's called a captive portal, which is a web page that prompts users to enter personal information or login credentials, such as usernames and passwords.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Most security threats faced by regular users arrive via the Internet, whether it’s a malicious app or a rigged website , a scam delivered through the user’s social media channels, or a phishing scheme carried out via email or SMS. Even ransomware can make its way onto your phone if you jump through enough hoops set up by a threat actor.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Never buy a device that doesn’t allow you to set a long and strong password. Passwords are easy to guess, especially when they are any of the worst that continue to be the favored security solution for a majority of users–i.e., password, 123456, qwerty, etc. Consider using a password manager.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus. Malware and ransomware. Ransomware blocks an employer’s access to its data via encryption, and the employer will have to pay a ransom to access it.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

80 defendants charged with participating in massive BEC and romance scams. Bad Packets warns of over 14,500 Pulse secure VPN endpoints vulnerable to CVE-2019-11510. Nemty Ransomware, a new malware appears in the threat landscape. Foxit Software discloses a data breach that exposed user passwords. Once again thank you!

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

By focusing on this context, we hope that you’ll come away with a stronger understanding about, for instance, why you should use a password manager rather than that you should use a password manager. In the world of online scams, criminals care about one thing: Your money. Don’t lose thousands upon thousands of dollars.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 12, 2018

· Russian troll factory suspected to be behind the attack against Italian President Mattarella. · Salesforce warns of API error that exposed Marketing data. · Tech Support Scams improved with adoption of Call Optimization Service. · Dept.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Ransomware is everywhere these days, striking fear into the hearts of IT and business managers alike. And studies support that perception, showing ransomware growing in both prevalence and effectiveness. Best Ransomware Removal Tools. Here we’ll focus on removal tools. Protect against cloud threats and misconfiguration.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan. DLP is included in the organization policy, but individuals must also use this strategy to keep all data safe during ransomware or malware attack. Identity check – a set of actions (a password, a fingerprint, or a face scan) designed for verification of someone’s identity.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Consider using a VPN to maintain greater anonymity. You could become the victim of financial fraud, employment identity scams, tax identity theft, and more. Change your passwords for your online accounts and create strong, unique passwords for each account. What should you do if your information is on the dark web?

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 6, 2022

Many organizations are already struggling to combat cybersecurity threats from ransomware purveyors and state-sponsored hacking groups, both of which tend to take days or weeks to pivot from an opportunistic malware infection to a full blown data breach. The flash scam netted the perpetrators more than $100,000 in the ensuing hours.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 21, 2021

These emails persuade employees to reveal passwords for important applications or download malicious files to their devices. Phishing scams remain such a widely used attack vector because of their efficiency. Some phishing scams are so convincing that they can fool even seasoned security professionals.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 16, 2023

This exclusive bundle includes online dark web monitoring and identity theft support, so don't miss out on this discounted year-long subscription.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This allows you to password protect your software so that it can’t be removed remotely. Our Premium Plus plan now includes a full-featured VPN to help keep your connections private, no matter where you are. It’s the world’s first browser extension to do this, while at the same time identifying and stopping tech support scams.

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 2, 2019

Cryptocurrency retreat will make ransomware less profitable: The gold rush for bitcoin and similar currencies went hand-in-hand with a plague of ransomware: Bitcoin’s peak at close to $20,000 in value in 2017 coincided with a 400% increase in ransomware attacks.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

For example, ReasonLabs researchers recently uncovered a scam that used stolen credit cards and fake websites to skim monthly charges off of unsuspecting consumers. You can also invest in a virtual private network (VPN) for use when you are connected to a public network.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 16, 2021

In fact, Abacode partner Coveware says that RDP was a factor in nearly two-thirds of targeted ransomware campaigns last year. But if not configured properly, RDP can serve as a gateway for cybercriminal gangs to gain entry to your enterprise, move laterally, steal sensitive data, and launch malicious code such as ransomware.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The most common type of attack being used is brute-force , wherein criminals attempt to find the username and password for the RDP connection by trying different combinations until the correct one is discovered. Scam and phishing. One of the most common concerns for workers is related to phishing scams. Online cinemas.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

These controls include: Active Directory (AD): Manages users, groups, and passwords as a fundamental access control for an organization and the basis for most other security tools. Virtual private networks (VPNs): Secure remote user or branch office access to network resources through encrypted connections to firewalls or server applications.

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