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Malware Uses WiFi BSSID for Victim Identification

An anonymous reader shares a report: Malware operators who want to know the location of the victims they infect usually rely on a simple technique where they grab the victim's IP address and check it against an IP-to-geo database like MaxMind's GeoIP.....»»

Category: topSource:  slashdotJan 4th, 2021

New malware strain stealing business data from Intel Macs

Malware called "MetaStealer" is being used by hackers to attack businesses and to steal data from Intel-based Macs, with techniques including posing as legitimate app installers.Malware attacks against macOS continue to be a problem, with users being.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsSep 17th, 2023

Concordium Web3 ID prioritizes user privacy for both individuals and businesses

Concordium unveils Web3 ID: an edge identification platform offering age-verification capacities designed to prioritize user privacy for both individuals and businesses. Concordium’s age verification tooling works to protect minors online amids.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsSep 15th, 2023

Using lasers to choose and export single-cell cultures: An efficient upgrade to static droplet array tool

Static droplet array (SDA) is a necessary and integral tool when it comes to high-capacity screening tests, or assays, for identifying and targeting specific cells or analytes (substances whose chemical composition is the target of identification). H.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 13th, 2023

This dangerous new Mac malware steals your credit card info

A dangerous new strain of Mac malware has emerged that uses deceptive tactics to steal your passwords, credit card info, and more. Here’s how to stay safe......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 13th, 2023

Password-stealing Linux malware served for 3 years and no one noticed

It's not too late to check if a Linux device you use was targeted. Enlarge / A digital Trojan horse. (credit: Getty Images | posteriori) A download site surreptitiously served Linux users malware that stole passwords and.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsSep 12th, 2023

Cloud-based AI helps to reduce river pollution

A cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to detect blockages in sewers has shown an almost 90% accuracy rate in a recent trial. Early identification of sewer blockages is essential to reduce pollution incidents affecting our rivers......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsSep 12th, 2023

Requests via Facebook Messenger lead to hijacked business accounts

Hijackers of Facebook business accounts are relying on fake business inquiries and threats of page/account suspension to trick targets into downloading password-stealing malware. Examples of phishing messages. (Source: Guardio Labs) The campaign Hija.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsSep 12th, 2023

Hackers are sending malware through seemingly innocent Microsoft Teams messages

Microsoft Teams is subject to a new phishing malware that disguises itself as a convincing notice about company vacation time. .....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 11th, 2023

Microsoft Teams users targeted in phishing attack delivering DarkGate malware

A new phishing campaign taking advantage of an easily exploitable issue in Microsoft Teams to deliver malware has been flagged by researchers. Delivering malware to Microsoft Teams users Late last month, Truesec researchers spotted two compromised Mi.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsSep 11th, 2023

Cruise says robotaxi didn"t delay San Francisco ambulance

General Motors-backed Cruise says video shows that its autonomous vehicles didn't keep an ambulance from getting an accident victim to a hospital in time for life-saving treatment......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsSep 10th, 2023

Exploit that delivered Pegasus spyware patched in iOS 16.6.1 update

Apple's operating system updates on Thursday patched an exploit chain capable of compromising iOS 16.6 devices with the Pegasus spyware without any interaction from the victim.The exploit was discovered on an iPhone owned by an individual employed by.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsSep 8th, 2023

Apple patches “clickless” 0-day image processing vulnerability in iOS, macOS

"BLASTPASS" bug can install malware without user interaction. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple has released security updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS today to fix actively exploited zero-day security flaws that c.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsSep 8th, 2023

Exploit patched in iOS 16.6.1 update delivered Pegasus spyware

Apple's operating system updates on Thursday patched an exploit chain capable of compromising iOS 16.6 devices with the Pegasus spyware without any interaction from the victim.The exploit was discovered on an iPhone owned by an individual employed by.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 7th, 2023

FBI and European Partners Seize Major Malware Network in Blow to Global Cybercrime

The FBI and its European partners infiltrated and seized control of a global malware network used to commit a gamut of online crimes. LOS ANGELES (AP) — U.S. officials said Tuesday that the FBI and its European partners infilt.....»»

Category: topSource:  timeRelated NewsSep 7th, 2023

This grade "A" refurbished iPhone SE 2nd-gen is only $160

Save on a refurbished second-generation iPhone SE at the Mashable Shop. TL;DR: If your phone is feeling old and slow, you can upgrade for cheap by grabbing this refurbished second-generation iPhone SE (WiFi + unlocked) for just $159.99. That's.....»»

Category: topSource:  mashableRelated NewsSep 7th, 2023

The best VPN deals in September 2023: Top VPN subscriptions start at just $2.19 per month

Here's a roundup of the best VPN deals for September 2023. Using a VPN is an easy way to bypass geo-restrictions, protect company data while working remotely, and browse privately on public WiFi networks. UPDATE: Sep. 7, 2023, 10:20 a.m. ED.....»»

Category: topSource:  mashableRelated NewsSep 7th, 2023

Malicious Google ads deceive Mac users into installing Atomic Stealer malware

A macOS malware discovered in April has found a new vector of attack, with people searching for software on Google finding malware presented as legitimate ads.Google search can turn up malicious adsThe malware payload known as Atomic macOS Stealer (A.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsSep 6th, 2023

AirTag and Find My helps traveler bust Brussels theft ring

A theft ring in Europe has been busted by a determined victim, who used AirTag and Find My to track down his stolen MacBook and help police secure an arrest within 24 hours.Formerly of Google AI, Tony Aube was traveling in Brussels, Belgium, to catch.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsSep 5th, 2023

macOS Sonoma could be locked down with XProtect behavioral security

Apple could make macOS Sonoma more proactive when it comes to scanning for malware, with a malicious behavior-detecting iteration of XProtect seemingly getting closer to going live.Malware illustrationApple's XProtect is a set of rules that are used.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsSep 5th, 2023

Free decryptor released for Key Group ransomware

Error allowed cybersecurity pros to create a Key Group ransomware decryptor and save victim's files......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 1st, 2023