A fake antivirus alert may suddenly hijack your screen while browsing. This latest malvertising campaign hit top publishers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Associated Press, ESPN, CBS among top sites serving fake virus alerts
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Meta sued over forcing users to pay to stop tracking
Privacy organization nyob has filed a complaint against Meta about their “Pay or Okay” model it has introduced for European users. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Meta sued over forcing users to pay to…
Many major websites allow users to have weak passwords
A new study that looked at the password requirements of the most popular websites came to a disappointing but not surprising conclusion. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Many major websites allow users to have…
Update now! Chrome fixes actively exploited zero-day vulnerability
Google’s released an update to Chrome which includes seven security fixes. Make sure you’re using the latest version! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update now! Chrome fixes actively exploited zero-day vulnerability
Ransomware gangs and Living Off the Land (LOTL) attacks: A deep dive
Dive deep into into the intersection of two of today’s most dangerous threats. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Ransomware gangs and Living Off the Land (LOTL) attacks: A deep dive
ownCloud vulnerability can be used to extract admin passwords
A vulnerability in the ownCloud file sharing app could lead to the exposure of sensitive credentials like admin passwords. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ownCloud vulnerability can be used to extract admin passwords
A week in security (November 20 – November 26)
A list of topics we covered in the week of November 20 to November 26 of 2023 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (November 20 – November 26)
Citrix Bleed widely exploitated, warn government agencies
Citrix Bleed is being actively exploited by at least six cybercrime groups. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Citrix Bleed widely exploitated, warn government agencies
Windows Hello fingerprint authentication can be bypassed on popular laptops
Researchers have found several weaknesses in the fingerprint authentication for Windows Hello on popular laptops. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Windows Hello fingerprint authentication can be bypassed on popular laptops
Chrome pushes forward with plans to limit ad blockers in the future
Google has set a date for the introduction of Manifest V3 which will hurt the capabilities of many ad blockers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Chrome pushes forward with plans to limit ad blockers…
$19 Stanley cup deal is a Black Friday scam
What better way to kick off the holiday scamming season than by offering a Black Friday sale on one of the most popular products around: a Stanley cup. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: $19…
Malwarebytes consumer product roundup: The latest
Here are the innovations we’ve made in our products recently. Are you making the most of them? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes consumer product roundup: The latest
Explained: Privacy washing
Google’s recently been accused of “privacy washing”, despite claiming its a privacy-focused company. But what is privacy washing? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Explained: Privacy washing
Nothing Chats pulled from Google Play
Nothing’s new message app Chats has been pulled from Google Play after harsh criticism about security issues. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Nothing Chats pulled from Google Play
How to stop fake System notifications on macOS
Browser push notifications are becoming a problem on macOS. Learn how to remove them. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How to stop fake System notifications on macOS
Why less is more: 10 steps to secure customer data
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has provided 10 steps for small and medium businesses to store customers’ personal data securely. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Why less is more: 10 steps to secure customer…
Atomic Stealer distributed to Mac users via fake browser updates
Compromised websites are being used to redirect to fake browser updates and deliver malware onto Mac users. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Atomic Stealer distributed to Mac users via fake browser updates
Scattered Spider ransomware gang falls under government agency scrutiny
Ransomware group Scattered Spider aka Octo Tempest are masters at social engineering tactics like SIM swapping. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scattered Spider ransomware gang falls under government agency scrutiny
Student discount: Get 50% off Malwarebytes
We’ve got good news. Malwarebytes is now offering 50% off our products to students, wherever you are in the world. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Student discount: Get 50% off Malwarebytes
A week in security (November 13 – November 19)
A list of topics we covered in the week of November 13 to November 19 of 2023 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (November 13 – November 19)
3 benefits of ThreatDown bundles
Learn how ThreatDown bundles help IT teams save time, money, and stop more threats. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 3 benefits of ThreatDown bundles
Ransomware gang files SEC complaint about victim
The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group has filed a non compliance complant with the SEC against one of its victims. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Ransomware gang files SEC complaint about victim
Alarm system cyberattack leaves those in need struggling to call for help
A alarm system company that allows people to call for help at the touch of a button has suffered a cyberattack, causing serious disruption. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Alarm system cyberattack leaves those…
Ransomware review: November 2023
In September, two high-profile casino breaches taught us about the nuances of the RaaS affiliate landscape, the asymmetric dangers of phishing, and of two starkly different approaches to ransomware negotiation. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original…
Update now! Microsoft patches 3 actively exploited zero-days
Microsoft has patched a total of 63 vulnerabilities this Patch Tuesday. Make sure you update as soon as you can. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update now! Microsoft patches 3 actively exploited zero-days
Credit card skimming on the rise for the holiday shopping season
We’ve seen a particular card skimming campaign really pick up pace lately. With hundreds of stores compromised, you may come across it if you shop online this holiday season. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article:…
State of Maine data breach impacts 1.3 million people
The US State of Maine says it has suffered a data breach impacting around 1.3 million people—more or less the the entire population of Maine. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: State of Maine data…
A week in security (November 06 – November 12)
A list of topics we covered in the week of November 06 to November 12 of 2023 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (November 06 – November 12)
Signal is testing usernames so you don’t have to share your phone number
The Signal messaging service is testing support for usernames as a replacement for phone numbers to serve as user identities This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Signal is testing usernames so you don’t have to…
YouTube shows ads for ad blocker, financial scams
YouTube doesn’t want you to run an ad blocker, but it would like you to watch this ad for one. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: YouTube shows ads for ad blocker, financial scams
Judge rules it’s fine for car makers to intercept your text messages
A judge has refused to bring back a class action lawsuit against four car manufacturers because the privacy violation did not meet the WPA standard. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Judge rules it’s fine…
Meta whistleblower says company has long ignored how it sexually endangers children
At a Senate hearing, a Meta whistleblower has revealed some shocking numbers around children’s experiences of its platforms. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Meta whistleblower says company has long ignored how it sexually endangers…
Update now! SysAid vulnerability is actively being exploited by ransomware affiliate
A SysAid vulnerability is actively being exploited by a ransomware affiliate. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update now! SysAid vulnerability is actively being exploited by ransomware affiliate
Nude “before and after” photos stolen from plastic surgeon, posted online, and sent to victims’ family and friends
The FBI is investigating a data breach where cybercriminals were able to steal patients’ records from a Las Vegas plastic surgeon’s office and then publish them online. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Nude “before…
Malvertiser copies PC news site to deliver infostealer
Users looking to download a popular PC utility may be tricked in this campaign where a threat actor has registered a website that copies content from a PC and Windows news portal. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read…
Introducing Advanced Device Control: Shielding businesses from USB threats
USB drive malware is on the rise. Learn about our new Device Control features for Nebula and OneView. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Introducing Advanced Device Control: Shielding businesses from USB threats
Introducing Security Advisor Site Scores for OneView: Easy assessment of client security for MSPs
MSPs can now visualize the security posture of each client at a glance. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Introducing Security Advisor Site Scores for OneView: Easy assessment of client security for MSPs
Using ChatGPT to cheat on assignments? New tool detects AI-generated text with amazing accuracy
Scientists have developed a ChatGPT detector with unprecedented accuracy. Even though it has a limited scope, this could be a big step forward. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Using ChatGPT to cheat on assignments?…
QNAP warns about critical vulnerabilities in NAS systems
Two critical remotely exploitable vulnerabilities in QNAP’s network attached storage devices need to be patched. Do it now! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: QNAP warns about critical vulnerabilities in NAS systems
ThreatDown powered by Malwarebytes: A 15 Year Journey
With the release of ThreatDown, let’s take a look at Malwarebytes’ 15-year legacy and what’s next. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ThreatDown powered by Malwarebytes: A 15 Year Journey
Introducing ThreatDown: A new chapter for Malwarebytes
An evolution in cybersecurity is needed. It starts with us. Announcing ThreatDown. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Introducing ThreatDown: A new chapter for Malwarebytes
ThreatDown: A new chapter for Malwarebytes
An evolution in cybersecurity is needed. It starts with us. Announcing ThreatDown. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ThreatDown: A new chapter for Malwarebytes
Okta breach happened after employee logged into personal Google account
Okta has concluded that the root cause of its breach was an employee storing company credentials in a private Google account. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Okta breach happened after employee logged into personal…
Medical research data Advarra stolen after SIM swap
Medical research company Advarra reportedly had data stolen after a SIM swap incident on one of their employees. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Medical research data Advarra stolen after SIM swap
Defeating Little Brother requires a new outlook on privacy: Lock and Code S04E23
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Anna Brading and Mark Stockley from Malwarebytes about the apparent “appeal” of Little Brother surveillance, whether the tenets of privacy can ever fully defeat that surveillance, and what the…
A week in security (October 30 – November 5)
A list of topics we covered in the week of October 30 to November 5 of 2023 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (October 30 – November 5)
Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability used in ransomware attacks
A remote code execution vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ is being used by the HelloKItty ransomware group. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability used in ransomware attacks
Should you allow your browser to remember your passwords?
It’s very convenient to store your passwords in your browser. But is it a good idea? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Should you allow your browser to remember your passwords?
YouTube launches “global effort” to block ad blockers
The ongoing struggle between YouTube and ad blockers is turning ugly. Users are left with the choice between paying for Premium or watching ads. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: YouTube launches “global effort” to…
Atlassian: “Take immediate action” to patch your Confluence Data Center and Server instances
Atlassian has released an advisory about a critical severity authentication vulnerability in the Confluence Server and Data Center. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Atlassian: “Take immediate action” to patch your Confluence Data Center and…
What Gen Z really cares about when it comes to privacy
It would be easy to think that Gen Z doesn’t care about privacy. It’s not that, though, they just care about privacy in a different way to older generations. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article:…
SolarWinds and its CISO accused of misleading investors before major cyberattack
The SEC has announced charges against SolarWinds and its CISO for fraud and internal control failures related to the company’s cybersecurity. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: SolarWinds and its CISO accused of misleading investors…
Patch now! BIG-IP Configuration utility is vulnerable for an authentication bypass
F5 has warned customers about a critical vulnerability impacting BIG-IP that could result in unauthenticated remote code execution. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Patch now! BIG-IP Configuration utility is vulnerable for an authentication bypass
Malvertising via Dynamic Search Ads delivers malware bonanza
Most, if not all malvertising incidents result from a threat actor either injecting code within an existing ad, or intentionally creating… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malvertising via Dynamic Search Ads delivers malware bonanza
A week in security (October 23 – October 29)
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Stay safe! Malwarebytes Managed Detection and Response (MDR) simply and effectively closes your security resources gap,… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (October 23 – October…
OneView updates: Dive into Report 2.0 & the new Global Site Filter
We’re rolling out two new features to enhance usability in OneView, our multi-tenant platform for Managed Service Providers: Report 2.0 and the… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: OneView updates: Dive into Report 2.0 & the…