IT Sec News updates – Malware Attacks

April 14, 2024
NEWS

SCAM OF THE WEEK: Unsecured Security App – Kansas City Police Department

In this week's scam, cybercriminals are spreading malware by using a fake security app. They send you a text message that says a large financial …

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Crooks manipulate GitHub's search results to distribute malware – Security Affairs

Researchers warn threat actors are manipulating GitHub search results to target developers with persistent malware.

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Government spyware is another reason to use an ad blocker – TechCrunch

Spyware makers are reportedly working on targeting individuals with stealthy data-stealing malware using online banner ads.

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FBI Warns Americans About New SMS Scam Involving Outstanding Toll Fees

Smishing is a social engineering attack where fake text messages are used to trick people into downloading malware or sending sensitive information or …

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Apple Alerts iPhone Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Spyware Attacks – TechRepublic

malware.” According to Apple, the notification also included steps that users can take to protect their device, including enabling Lockdown Mode …

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New Cyber Threats Emerge: Most Wanted Malware in Africa – Investing.com ZA

Remcos, a well-known malware dating back to 2016, has resurfaced with a new attack strategy, infiltrating victims' devices and granting cybercriminals …

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CISA issues advisory on Sisense breach. Apple warns individuals of mercenary spyware attacks.

Malvertising targets system administrators. LastPass employee targeted by audio deepfake. Threat actor uses AI-generated malware loader. CISA issues …

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The Spread Of AI & Its Side Effect On Mankind: Types Of Crimes That Employ AI In Its Functioning

Gen AI Crime Deepfake Malware Phishing Financial Scams Fraud Sales Extortion Identity Theft FraudGPT Types Of … Malware. AI has been used recently to …

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Telegram app was targeted by crypto mining malware, Kaspersky Lab says

Previously undetected malware directed at users of the desktop version of the messaging app Telegram has been discovered by the Russian security …

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Attackers' new way to outsmart traditional defenses is by weaponizing legitimate software

malware. Cybercriminals capitalize on vulnerabilities in Open Source Software (OSS), seamlessly integrating their malicious elements into OSS …

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