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Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 months ago

That weird CAPTCHA could be a malware trap - here's how to protect yourself

Cybercriminals are exploiting CAPTCHA to steal data, targeting unsuspecting users who usually comply with verification prompts.
Marketing tech
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Nearly 1 million Windows devices targeted in advanced "malvertising" spree

The campaign aimed at nearly 1 million devices and targeted individuals and organizations without specificity.
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Over 4,000 ISP IPs Targeted in Brute-Force Attacks to Deploy Info Stealers and Cryptominers

ISPs in China and the US West Coast are under a coordinated exploitation campaign by unidentified threat actors stealing data and mining cryptocurrencies.
Video games
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Hackers planted a Steam game with malware to steal gamers' passwords | TechCrunch

Valve removed the game PirateFI from Steam due to it containing malware designed to steal sensitive information.
Bootstrapping
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

Ransomware Gangs Use Skitnet Malware for Stealthy Data Theft and Remote Access

Skitnet, a malware tool, is increasingly used in ransomware attacks for data theft and remote access.
Bootstrapping
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Malicious Python Packages on PyPI Downloaded 39,000+ Times, Steal Sensitive Data

Malicious packages in PyPI aim to steal sensitive information and commit fraud.
Researchers discovered packages impersonating legitimate libraries that lead to data exfiltration.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 months ago

That weird CAPTCHA could be a malware trap - here's how to protect yourself

Cybercriminals are exploiting CAPTCHA to steal data, targeting unsuspecting users who usually comply with verification prompts.
Marketing tech
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Nearly 1 million Windows devices targeted in advanced "malvertising" spree

The campaign aimed at nearly 1 million devices and targeted individuals and organizations without specificity.
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Over 4,000 ISP IPs Targeted in Brute-Force Attacks to Deploy Info Stealers and Cryptominers

ISPs in China and the US West Coast are under a coordinated exploitation campaign by unidentified threat actors stealing data and mining cryptocurrencies.
Video games
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Hackers planted a Steam game with malware to steal gamers' passwords | TechCrunch

Valve removed the game PirateFI from Steam due to it containing malware designed to steal sensitive information.
Bootstrapping
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

Ransomware Gangs Use Skitnet Malware for Stealthy Data Theft and Remote Access

Skitnet, a malware tool, is increasingly used in ransomware attacks for data theft and remote access.
Bootstrapping
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Malicious Python Packages on PyPI Downloaded 39,000+ Times, Steal Sensitive Data

Malicious packages in PyPI aim to steal sensitive information and commit fraud.
Researchers discovered packages impersonating legitimate libraries that lead to data exfiltration.
more#malware
#ransomware
Information security
fromITPro
5 months ago

Termite ransomware gang claims responsibility for Blue Yonder cyber attack

Termite ransomware gang disrupted operations at Blue Yonder, affecting major clients like Starbucks and Sainsbury's.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Hacker News
9 months ago

Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group

Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.
fromTechCrunch
6 months ago
Information security

2024 looks set to be another record-breaking year for ransomware - and it's likely going to get worse | TechCrunch

Information security
fromITPro
5 months ago

Termite ransomware gang claims responsibility for Blue Yonder cyber attack

Termite ransomware gang disrupted operations at Blue Yonder, affecting major clients like Starbucks and Sainsbury's.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Hacker News
9 months ago

Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group

Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.
fromTechCrunch
6 months ago
Information security

2024 looks set to be another record-breaking year for ransomware - and it's likely going to get worse | TechCrunch

more#ransomware
#phishing
fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

This hacker group is posing as IT helpdesk workers to target enterprises - and researchers warn its social engineering techniques are exceptionally hard to spot

Privacy technologies
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

100+ Fake Chrome Extensions Found Hijacking Sessions, Stealing Credentials, Injecting Ads

Malicious Chrome extensions disguise as useful tools, siphoning user data and executing harmful actions.
Threat actor uses impersonation tactics to lure victims into installing malware on Chrome.
Marketing tech
fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago

This hacker group is posing as IT helpdesk workers to target enterprises - and researchers warn its social engineering techniques are exceptionally hard to spot

Phishing campaigns have intensified, with the Luna Moth group targeting US legal and financial sectors using fake helpdesk domains.
Information security
fromPCMAG
4 months ago

Hackers Target Google Ad Accounts-With Google Ad Phishing Scams

Cybercriminals are targeting Google advertisers with phishing scams disguised as Google Ads login pages, stealing credentials to commit fraud.
more#phishing
#cybercrime
UK news
fromDatabreaches
4 weeks ago

Scattered Spider Hacking Suspect Extradited to US From Spain

A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group was extradited to the US for identity theft and wire fraud.
UK news
fromDatabreaches
4 weeks ago

Scattered Spider Hacking Suspect Extradited to US From Spain

A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group was extradited to the US for identity theft and wire fraud.
more#cybercrime
#cybersecurity
European startups
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

U.S. Charges 12 Chinese Nationals in State-Backed Hacking Operations

The U.S. DoJ has charged 12 Chinese nationals for orchestrating cyberattacks aimed at data theft and suppressing free speech internationally.
Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Justice Department Charges 12 Chinese Contract Hackers and Law Enforcement Officers in Global Computer Intrusion Campaigns

China's hacker-for-hire ecosystem is being used to suppress global dissent and commit cyber theft.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 months ago

New Mac Malware Poses as Browser Updates

A new macOS malware, FrigidStealer, uses deceptive fake browser updates to steal sensitive user data.
FrigidStealer operates through two threat actors, utilizing legitimate sites to trick users.
European startups
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

U.S. Charges 12 Chinese Nationals in State-Backed Hacking Operations

The U.S. DoJ has charged 12 Chinese nationals for orchestrating cyberattacks aimed at data theft and suppressing free speech internationally.
Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Justice Department Charges 12 Chinese Contract Hackers and Law Enforcement Officers in Global Computer Intrusion Campaigns

China's hacker-for-hire ecosystem is being used to suppress global dissent and commit cyber theft.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 months ago

New Mac Malware Poses as Browser Updates

A new macOS malware, FrigidStealer, uses deceptive fake browser updates to steal sensitive user data.
FrigidStealer operates through two threat actors, utilizing legitimate sites to trick users.
more#cybersecurity
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Nightclub bouncer jailed over plot to blackmail Michael Schumacher

During the trial, the family expressed concerns that one hard drive containing sensitive material had not been recovered despite repeated searches of the defendants' properties.
Germany news
fromTheregister
6 months ago

SK hynix chip engineer gets 1.5 years in prison on IP theft

The court reportedly stated, 'It is unusual to print 4,000 pieces of related technical data on A4 paper for four days at SK hynix's Shanghai branch, where security is poor, just before resignation.' This testimony highlighted the suspicious nature of her actions and raised questions about her intentions.
Miscellaneous
fromSocial Media Explorer
6 months ago

Hazem Altal: Unraveling the Web of Fraud at a Turkish Hair Clinic - Social Media Explorer

The scandal began when Hazem Altal was dismissed from his role in July 2024 for violating company policies, leading to the discovery of his extensive fraudulent activities.
Medicine
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