After hearing about ChatGPT o3 ability at geo-guessing we decided to run some tests and the tested AIs didn’t fail to amaze us This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI is getting “creepy good” at…
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Zoom attack tricks victims into allowing remote access to install malware and steal money
Attachers are luring victims into a Zoom call and then taking over their PC to install malware, infiltrate their accounts, and steal their assets. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Zoom attack tricks victims into…
Android malware turns phones into malicious tap-to-pay machines
A newly discovered malicious program effectively turns Android phones into malicious tap machines that vacuum up payment card data. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android malware turns phones into malicious tap-to-pay machines
4.7 million customers’ data accidentally leaked to Google by Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California said it accidentally leaked the personal data of 4.7 million individuals to Google after a Google Analytics misconfiguration. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 4.7 million customers’ data accidentally leaked to…
Shopify faces privacy lawsuit for collecting customer data
Shopify is facing a class action lawsuit that could change the way globally active companies can be held accountable This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Shopify faces privacy lawsuit for collecting customer data
All Gmail users at risk from clever replay attack
All Google accounts could end up compromised by a clever replay attack on Gmail users that abuses Google infrastructure. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: All Gmail users at risk from clever replay attack
A week in security (April 12 – April 18)
A list of topics we covered in the week of April 12 to April 18 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (April 12 – April 18)
Did DOGE “breach” Americans’ data? (Lock and Code S06E08)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Sydney Saubestre about DOGE and its access to Americans’ data. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Did DOGE “breach” Americans’ data? (Lock and Code…
Text scams grow to steal hundreds of millions of dollars
Text scams come in many forms and are an ever increasing threat doing an awful lot of financial, and other, damage This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Text scams grow to steal hundreds of millions…
Apple patches security vulnerabilities in iOS and iPadOS. Update now!
Apple has released a security update for iOS and iPadOS to patch two zero-day vulnerabilities which are reported to already have been exploited… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple patches security vulnerabilities in iOS and iPadOS.…
Hi, robot: Half of all internet traffic now automated
Bots now account for half of all internet traffic, according to a new study that shows how non-human activity has grown online. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hi, robot: Half of all internet traffic…
“I sent you an email from your email account,” sextortion scam claims
A new variant of the hello pervert emails claims that the target’s system is infected with njRAT and spoofs the victims email address This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “I sent you an email from…
“Follow me” to this fake crypto exchange to claim $500
Follow me for lucky prizes scams are old fake crypto exchange scams in a new jacket and on a different platform This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “Follow me” to this fake crypto exchange to…
Hertz data breach caused by CL0P ransomware attack on vendor
Car rental giant Hertz data suffered a data breach caused by a CL0P ransomware attack on file sharing vendor Cleo This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hertz data breach caused by CL0P ransomware attack on…
Meta slurps up EU user data for AI training
Meta users in Europe will have their public posts swept up and ingested for AI training, the company announced this week. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Meta slurps up EU user data for AI…
No, it’s not OK to delete that new inetpub folder
A newly created inetpub folder turns out to be part of a Microsoft update against a vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-21204 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: No, it’s not OK to delete that new inetpub…
Malwarebytes named “Best Antivirus Software” and “Best Malware Removal Service”
Malwarebytes has been rewarded with prestigious accolades by two renowned publications, PCMag and CNET. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes named “Best Antivirus Software” and “Best Malware Removal Service”
A week in security (April 7 – April 13)
A list of topics we covered in the week of April 7 to April 13 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (April 7 – April 13)
The Pall Mall Pact and why it matters
The US indicated they will sign the Pall Mall Pact, an international treaty to regulate commercial spyware and surveillance tools. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The Pall Mall Pact and why it matters
Child predators are lurking on dating apps, warns report
A report from Edinburgh University warns that child abusers are using dating apps to find single parents with vulnerable children. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Child predators are lurking on dating apps, warns report
Your 23andMe genetic data could be bought by China, senator warns
US senator Cassidy is afraid that Chinese companies will jump at the opportunity to buy the genetic data of 15 million 23andMe customers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Your 23andMe genetic data could be…
WhatsApp for Windows vulnerable to attacks. Update now!
If you use WhatsApp for Windows, you’ll want to make sure you’re on the latest version. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: WhatsApp for Windows vulnerable to attacks. Update now!
Man accused of using keylogger to spy on colleagues, log in to their personal accounts and watch them at home
A recent case of alleged cyber-voyeurism shows how important it is to secure your computer against unwanted eavesdroppers using malware. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Man accused of using keylogger to spy on colleagues,…
72% of people are worried their data is being misused by the government, and that’s not all…
Our privacy is most at risk from companies, governments, and AI models, according to a new public survey from Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 72% of people are worried their data is being…
Tax deadline threat: QuickBooks phishing scam exploits Google Ads
Beware of deceptive Google Ads targeting QuickBooks and always confirm the website URL before logging in, as fake sites can bypass even 2FA. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Tax deadline threat: QuickBooks phishing scam…
Google AI taken for a ride by April Fools’ Day joke
Cwmbran in Wales holds the Guinness World Record for the most roundabouts—at least according to Google AI Overviews. Except that’s not actually true… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google AI taken for a ride…
Google fixes two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in Android
Google has issued patches for 62 vulnerabilities in Android, including two actively exploited zero-days. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google fixes two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in Android
Is your phone listening to you? (Lock and Code S06E07)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Lena Cohen about whether our phones are really listening to us to deliver ads. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Is your phone listening…
Toll fee scams are back and heading your way
Heavy incoming traffic: A new wave of toll fee scams are sweeping America. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Toll fee scams are back and heading your way
A week in security (March 31 – April 6)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 31 to April 6 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 31 – April 6)
Flaw in Verizon call record requests put millions of Americans at risk
A security researcher found a flaw in Verizon call record requests that may have put millions of Americans at risk This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Flaw in Verizon call record requests put millions of…
Popular VPNs are routing traffic via Chinese companies, including one with link to military
Up to one in five of the most popular mobile VPNs are owned by Chinese companies that do their best to hide the fact. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Popular VPNs are routing traffic…
QR codes sent in attachments are the new favorite for phishers
Phishers are putting QR codes as images in attachments because it helps them bypass email filters. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: QR codes sent in attachments are the new favorite for phishers
Location, name, and photos of random kids shown to parents in child tracker mix up
Worried parents tracking their children with T-Mobile SyncUP devices suddenly found that they were looking at the location of random other children. And could not locate their own. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Location,…
“Nudify” deepfakes stored unprotected online
A generative AI nudify service has been found storing explicit deepfakes in an unprotected cloud database. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “Nudify” deepfakes stored unprotected online
Intimate images from kink and LGBTQ+ dating apps left exposed online
A number of specialized dating apps leaked the–not so–secret storage location of 1.5 Million more or less explicit images This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Intimate images from kink and LGBTQ+ dating apps left exposed…
“Urgent reminder” tax scam wants to phish your Microsoft credentials
With tax season in full swing, we’re seeing scammers flexing their social engineering muscles. Be prepared. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “Urgent reminder” tax scam wants to phish your Microsoft credentials
Why we’re no longer doing April Fools’ Day
The internet is so filled with falsehoods that April Fools hits different these days. That’s why, as a cybersecurity company, we’re out. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Why we’re no longer doing April Fools’…
A week in security (March 24 – March 30)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 24 to March 30 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 24 – March 30)
Vulnerability in most browsers abused in targeted attacks
A vulnerability has been found that can be exploited through every browser as long as its running on a Windows system This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Vulnerability in most browsers abused in targeted attacks
“This fraud destroyed my life.” Man ends up with criminal record after ID was stolen
A man didn’t just have his ID stolen, identity theft ruined his life and robbed him of a promising future. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “This fraud destroyed my life.” Man ends up with…
Moving from WhatsApp to Signal: A good idea?
Is moving from WhatApp to Signal a good idea? We look at the pros and cons, and which settings can make Signal even more private. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Moving from WhatsApp to…
Security expert Troy Hunt hit by phishing attack
Tory Hunt, security expert and Have I Been Pwned owner, disclosed a phishing attack against him in a commendable display of transparency. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Security expert Troy Hunt hit by phishing…
Booking.com phish uses fake CAPTCHAs to trick hotel staff into downloading malware
Fake Booking.com emails sent to hotels lead to fake CAPTCHA sites that trick the staff into infecting their own systems. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Booking.com phish uses fake CAPTCHAs to trick hotel staff…
DeepSeek users targeted with fake sponsored Google ads that deliver malware
With its growing popularity, sponsored Google search ads have started impersonating DeepSeek AI. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: DeepSeek users targeted with fake sponsored Google ads that deliver malware
Fake Booking.com phish uses fake CAPTCHAs to trick hotel staff into downloading malware
Fake Booking.com emails sent to hotels lead to fake Captcha sites that trick the staff into infecting their own systems This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake Booking.com phish uses fake CAPTCHAs to trick hotel…
23andMe bankruptcy: How to delete your data and stay safe from the 2023 breach
With 23andMe filing for bankruptcy, here’s how to remove your data from the company and protect yourself from the 2023 breach. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 23andMe bankruptcy: How to delete your data and…
Oops! Google accidentally deletes some users’ Maps Timeline data
Google has admitted it accidentally deleted some Maps Timeline user data after what it calls a “technical issue”. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Oops! Google accidentally deletes some users’ Maps Timeline data
A week in security (March 17 – March 23)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 17 to March 23 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 17 – March 23)
What Google Chrome knows about you, with Carey Parker (Lock and Code S06E06)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Carey Parker about what Google Chrome knows about you. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: What Google Chrome knows about you, with Carey Parker…
Personal data revealed in released JFK files
The release of the JFK assassination records also resulted in the leak of hundreds of Social Security Numbers This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Personal data revealed in released JFK files
Semrush impersonation scam hits Google Ads
The phishing campaign for valuable Google accounts continues with a new twist, going after the customers of a Sass platform. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Semrush impersonation scam hits Google Ads
Targeted spyware and why it’s a concern to us
Experts are warning about the proliferating market for targeted spyware and espionage. Why should we be concerned? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Targeted spyware and why it’s a concern to us
The “free money” trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety
With financial stress at an all-time high, people are desperately seeking relief. Sadly, scammers know this all too well. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The “free money” trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety
Sperm bank breach deposits data into hands of cybercriminals
Sperm donor giant California Cryobank has announced it has suffered a data breach that exposed customers’ personal information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Sperm bank breach deposits data into hands of cybercriminals
AMOS and Lumma stealers actively spread to Reddit users
Reddit users from trading and crypto subreddits are being lured into installing malware disguised as premium cracked software. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AMOS and Lumma stealers actively spread to Reddit users
Amazon disables option to store Echo voice recordings on your device
Amazon informed Echo users in the US that the “Do not send voice recordings” feature will stop working on March 28, 2025. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Amazon disables option to store Echo voice…
Warning over free online file converters that actually install malware
The FBI has warned about free file converters that are up to no good and can lead to ransomware and identity theft. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Warning over free online file converters that…
1 in 10 people do nothing to stay secure and private on vacation
Spring Break vacationers could open themselves up to online scams and cyberthreats this year, according to new research from Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 1 in 10 people do nothing to stay secure…
A week in security (March 10 – March 16)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 10 to March 16 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 10 – March 16)
Research on iOS apps shows widespread exposure of secrets
A shocking amount of iOS apps in Apple’s App Store contained hard-coded secrets. Secrets that could lead criminals to user data. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Research on iOS apps shows widespread exposure of…
Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re not comfortable, says Roblox CEO
To parents worried about their children’s presence on Roblox, the CEO said don’t let your kids be on Roblox. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re not comfortable,…
Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re worried, says Roblox CEO
To parents worried about their children’s presence on Roblox, the CEO said don’t let your kids be on Roblox. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re worried, says…
Update your iPhone now: Apple patches vulnerability used in “extremely sophisticated attacks”
Apple has patched a vulnerability in iOS and iPadOS that was under active exploitation in extremely sophisticated attacks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update your iPhone now: Apple patches vulnerability used in “extremely sophisticated…
The dark side of sports betting: How mirror sites help gambling scams thrive
Sports betting is a multi-billion-dollar industry, but behind the flashing lights and promises of easy money lies a hidden underworld of deception. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The dark side of sports betting: How…
Android devices track you before you even sign in
Google spies on Android device users, starting from even before they have logged in to their Google account. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android devices track you before you even sign in
X users report login troubles as Dark Storm claims cyberattack
In the early morning hours of March 10, thousands of users on X (formerly Twitter) began having trouble logging into the… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: X users report login troubles as Dark Storm…
How ads weirdly know your screen brightness, headphone jack use, and location, with Tim Shott (Lock and Code S06E05)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Tim Shott about his attempt to find his location data following a major data breach. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How ads weirdly…
Fake CAPTCHA websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
An increasing number of websites use a clipboard hijacker and instruct victims on how to infect their own machine. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake CAPTCHA websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
Fake Captcha websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
An increasing number of websites use a clipboard hijacker and instruct victims on how to infect their own machine. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake Captcha websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
A week in security (March 3 – March 9)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 3 to March 9 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 3 – March 9)
Malwarebytes Premium Security awarded “Product of the Year” from AVLab
Malwarebytes Premium Security has once again been awarded “Product of the Year” after successfully blocking 100% of “in-the-wild” malware samples. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes Premium Security awarded “Product of the Year” from…
Reddit will start warning users that upvote violent content
Reddit administratrion announced that the platformwill start sending warnings to users that upvote violent content. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Reddit will start warning users that upvote violent content
Android botnet BadBox largely disrupted
Removing 24 malicious apps from the Google Play store and silencing some servers has almost halved the BadBox botnet. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android botnet BadBox largely disrupted
Ransomware threat mailed in letters to business owners
CEOs and business owners received personal, customized ransomware threats in a series of letters sent in the mail through USPS. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Ransomware threat mailed in letters to business owners
I spoke to a task scammer. Here’s how it went
Task scams are increasing in volume. We followed up on an invitation by a task scammer to get a first hand look on how they work. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: I spoke to…
Android zero-day vulnerabilities actively abused. Update as soon as you can
Android’s March 2025 security update includes two zero-days which are under active exploitation in targeted attacks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android zero-day vulnerabilities actively abused. Update as soon as you can
PayPal scam abuses Docusign API to spread phishy emails
Phishers are once again using the Docusign API to send out fake documents, this time looking as if they come from PayPal. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PayPal scam abuses Docusign API to spread…
TikTok: Major investigation launched into platform’s use of children’s data
The UK’s ICO has started an investgation into how TikTok and other platforms assess age information and compliance with the children’s code for online privacy. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: TikTok: Major investigation launched…
A week in security (February 24 – March 2)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 24 to March 2 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 24 – March 2)
Millions of stalkerware users exposed again
Three more stalkerware apps have been found to leak data of both victims and customers alike: Spyzie, Cocospy, and Spyic This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Millions of stalkerware users exposed again
PayPal’s “no-code checkout” abused by scammers
Malicious Google ads are redirecting PayPal users looking for assistance to fraudulent pay links embedding scammers’ phone numbers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PayPal’s “no-code checkout” abused by scammers
Countries and companies are fighting at the expense of our data privacy
While countries and companies are fighting over access to encrypted files and chats, our data privacy may get crushed. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Countries and companies are fighting at the expense of our…
Android happy to check your nudes before you forward them
The Android app SafetyCore was silently installed and looks at incoming and outgoing pictures to check their decency. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android happy to check your nudes before you forward them
Roblox called “real-life nightmare for children” as Roblox and Discord sued
Last week it was reported that a lawsuit has been initiated against gaming giant Roblox and leading messaging platform Discord. The court… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Roblox called “real-life nightmare for children” as Roblox…
Background check provider data breach affects 3 million people who may not have heard of the company
Background check provider DISA has disclosed a major data breach which may have affected over 3 million people. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Background check provider data breach affects 3 million people who may…
Predatory app downloaded 100,000 times from Google Play Store steals data, uses it for blackmail
The stolen information included listed contacts, call logs, text messages, photos, and the device’s location. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Predatory app downloaded 100,000 times from Google Play Store steals data, uses it for…
Surveillance pricing is “evil and sinister,” explains Justin Kloczko (Lock and Code S06E04)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast… Insurance pricing in America makes a lot of sense so long as you’re… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Surveillance pricing is “evil and sinister,” explains Justin…
A week in security (February 17 – February 23)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 17 to February 23 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 17 – February 23)
Healthcare security lapses keep piling up
Healthcare security is failing patients time and again. This week DM Clinical Research and Helath Net Federal Services take the spotlight This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Healthcare security lapses keep piling up
SecTopRAT bundled in Chrome installer distributed via Google Ads
Beware before downloading Google Chrome from a Google search, you might get more than you expected. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: SecTopRAT bundled in Chrome installer distributed via Google Ads
Google Docs used by infostealer ACRStealer as part of attack
An infostealer known as ACRStealer is using legitimate platforms like Google Docs and Steam as part of an attack. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google Docs used by infostealer ACRStealer as part of attack
DeepSeek found to be sharing user data with TikTok parent company ByteDance
South Korea says it’s uncovered evidence that DeepSeek has secretly been sharing data with ByteDance, the parent company of popular social media app TikTok. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: DeepSeek found to be sharing…
Protected: zQA Content Editing Styles
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Protected: zQA Content Editing Styles
Malwarebytes introduces native ARM support for Windows devices
Malwarebytes now protects ARM-based Windows devices, such as Microsoft’s Surface Pro X and Lenovo’s Yoga laptops. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes introduces native ARM support for Windows devices
Google now allows digital fingerprinting of its users
Google is allowing its advertizing customers to fingerprint website visitors. Can you stop it? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google now allows digital fingerprinting of its users
Macs targeted by info stealers in new era of cyberthreats
Info stealers are thriving on Mac, with one specific variant accounting for 70% of all info stealer detections at the end of 2024. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Macs targeted by info stealers in…
Hard drives containing sensitive medical data found in flea market
A flea market buyer found medical information about hundreds of patients on second hand decommissioned hard drives. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hard drives containing sensitive medical data found in flea market
A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 10 to February 16 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
12 Million Zacks accounts leaked by cybercriminal
A cybercriminal stole a reported 12 million data records on Zacks’ customers and clients. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 12 Million Zacks accounts leaked by cybercriminal