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This devious malware is able to disable your antivirus

Hackers have found a way to disable antivirus programs by using vulnerable legitimate drivers......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagOct 6th, 2022

Lazarus exploit Log4Shell vulnerability to deliver novel RAT malware

North Korea-backed group Lazarus has been spotted exploiting the Log4Shell vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228) and novel malware written in DLang (i.e., the memory-safe D programming language). “This campaign consists of continued opportunistic targ.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 12th, 2023

The growing abuse of QR codes in malware and payment scams prompts FTC warning

The convenience of QR codes is a double-edged sword. Follow these tips to stay safe. Enlarge / A woman scans a QR code in a café to see the menu online. The US Federal Trade Commission has become the latest organizatio.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 12th, 2023

Stealthy Linux rootkit found in the wild after going undetected for 2 years

Krasue infects telecom firms in Thailand using techniques for staying under the radar. Enlarge Stealthy and multifunctional Linux malware that has been infecting telecommunications companies went largely unnoticed for t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 8th, 2023

Short-term AWS access tokens allow attackers to linger for a longer while

Attackers usually gain access to an organization’s cloud assets by leveraging compromised user access tokens obtained via phishing, by using malware, or by finding them in public code repositories. These are long-term access tokens associated w.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 7th, 2023

Searchlight Cyber launches Exposure Data view in DarkIQ

Searchlight Cyber has launched a new Exposure Data view in DarkIQ, collating 450+ billion dark web data points from data breaches and malware infection to help organizations spot threats related to their business long before they trigger detection sy.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 6th, 2023

Jamf shares exploit that fools users into believing their hacked iPhone is safe

If an iPhone has already been infected with malware, Jamf has shown how an attacker can trick the user into believing Lockdown Mode is active when it isn't.Lockdown ModeDespite popular belief, iPhones can get infected with malware — but it is rare......»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 5th, 2023

eBook: Defending the Infostealer Threat

Enterprises’ increasing digital reliance has fueled an array of cybersecurity threats. One rapidly growing area is information-stealing malware known as infostealers, which is malicious software designed to steal data. Unlike ransomware, where info.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 5th, 2023

New Mac ransomware doesn"t pose much of a threat yet

A recently unearthed sample of macOS malware continues the trend of attacks against Apple's ecosystem, but in its current state it's not a major threat to Mac users.24-inch iMacMalware producers are seeing macOS as a bigger target than ever, and have.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 5th, 2023

iOS 17’s NameDrop feature for iPhone: How it works and why it’s not a privacy threat

NameDrop is a new feature introduced with iOS 17 this year that allows iPhone users to share their contact details simply by holding their iPhones close to each other. Here are more details on how NameDrop works, how to disable it, and more. more.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 28th, 2023

North Korean hackers combine malware to attack macOS

North Korea is becoming more of an online threat, with its hackers conducting multiple campaigns and frequently targeting macOS.North Korea is among a number of countries best known for having hackers working on its behalf, and occasionally they caus.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 28th, 2023

PSA: Watch out for these fake Safari and Chrome updates infecting Macs with AMOS

A powerful new malware launched in early 2023 called Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) that targets Apple users and has become a growing threat. Now with the latest iteration of the malware, malicious parties are planting AMOS inside fake Safari and Chro.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 22nd, 2023

Apache ActiveMQ bug exploited to deliver Kinsing malware

Attackers are exploiting a recently fixed vulnerability (CVE-2023-46604) in Apache ActiveMQ to install Kinsing malware and cryptocurrency miners on targeted Linux systems. CVE-2023-46604 exploitation Apache ActiveMQ is a popular Java-based open sourc.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 21st, 2023

This McAfee antivirus deal is so good it could possibly be a mistake

Amazon has a huge discount on McAfee Total Protection 2024 so you pay just $20 for a year's protection for up to 5 devices. Here's why you need to buy......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 20th, 2023

iOS 17.2 lets users disable inline text predictions without turning off predictive text

Apple has made a number of improvements to the iPhone and iPad virtual keyboard with iOS 17, which now uses a large language model (LLM) to improve autocorrection and provide inline text predictions. Until now, turning off inline text predictions req.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 14th, 2023

No, you don"t need to pay to install Google Bard - it"s a malware scam

Google fights back against scammers using Bard to lure SMBs into installing malware.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 14th, 2023

Google tackles scammers offering malware-laden ‘Bard’ tool

Google says it's suing alleged scammers who are offering malware-laden generative AI software called Bard – the same name as Google’s own generative AI tool......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 14th, 2023

Malware operators using common attack methods on Discord

Discord users do not necessarily realize the risks they face when using the platform......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 13th, 2023

State Attorneys General Warn Public About Piracy Scams and Malware

In a series of new public service announcements, several state attorneys general are warning the public that some very bad actors are exploiting pirate sites to distribute ransomware and steal credit card information. The Digital Citizens Alliance is.....»»

Category: internetSource:  torrentfreakRelated NewsNov 9th, 2023

How to defend against CherryBlos and protect your passwords

CherryBlos: Malware extracting passwords from images prompts an urgent call for enhanced Android management......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 9th, 2023

Highly invasive backdoor snuck into open source packages targets developers

Packages downloaded thousands of times targeted people working on sensitive projects. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Highly invasive malware targeting software developers is once again circulating in Trojanized code libr.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 9th, 2023