FBI alerts about over 1 million smart TVs and streaming devices affected by BadBox malware
Malware can potentially compromise any device that connects to the Internet. This includes mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and even smart TVs and projectors. Recently, the FBI issued a warning that many of these devices—over a million—have been hijacked by malicious actors and turned into involuntary participants in a global cybercrime network. FBI Alert: Over 1 […]
Microsoft takes legal action against Lumma Stealer, a malware that steals information.
Microsoft Takes Action Against Lumma Stealer On Wednesday, Microsoft announced it initiated legal proceedings against Lumma Stealer the previous week. This came about after the company discovered that nearly 400,000 Windows computers had been infected with information-stealing malware over the past couple of months. Lumma Stealer has the capability to extract data from numerous browsers […]
Malware that steals Bitcoin discovered in official printer drivers
Malware Distributed with Printer Drivers Recent reports indicate that a Chinese printer manufacturer has been distributing malware capable of stealing Bitcoin alongside its official drivers. According to China News Outlet Randian News, Procolored, which is situated in Shenzhen, has been using USB drivers to disseminate this software, uploading the compromised drivers to cloud storage for […]
More than 2,800 websites were used to distribute AMOS malware
Ransomware groups that once relied on infected email attachments and fake invoices are adapting their tactics. With users becoming more security-conscious and email gateways improving, these attackers are shifting focus to more subtle schemes. Now, they exploit small checkboxes labeled “I’m not a robot,” which most individuals click without a second thought. A series of […]
New malware associated with a hacking group from Russia identified by Google
New Malware “LostKeys” Linked to Russian Hacking Group On Wednesday, Google announced the detection of a new malware named “LostKeys,” which is associated with a Russian hacking group called Cold River. This malware has the capability to steal files and transmit system information to the attackers. Wesley Shields from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group described this […]
Hackers using malware to steal data from USB flash drives
Cybercriminals are constantly finding new ways to steal data. As people become more aware of common threats like phishing links, fake websites, fraudulent emails, and spoofing scams, attackers are becoming more creative with their approach. One of the new ways they are using involves targeting USB flash drives. It may be surprising to focus on […]
ClickFix malware tricks you into infecting your own Windows PC
Clickfix is a social engineering trick that hackers are increasingly using to spread malware in early 2024. It tricks you into running malicious commands on your own computer, and attacks have become more common than ever. Hackers have them install password-stolen malware by pressing a series of keyboard shortcuts under the pretense of proving they're […]
Google Chrome confirms cyber ‘espionage’ attacks from ‘highly sophisticated malware’
Think about it before clicking on these links. After cybersecurity experts discovered an influx of malware infecting chrome users, Google has since I confirmed the attack We have announced security patches to help you update the latest browsers. Researchers at data protection company Kaspersky discovered “a wave of infections caused by previously unknown and sophisticated […]
FBI warns about document conversion sites spreading malware
Online document conversion sites have been a lifesaver, whether they needed to convert PDFs into editable documents, convert PPT to PDF, or open lesser known file formats. Most of these sites offer free and quick results, but many also pose serious privacy risks. Uploading a document essentially leaves you with no obligation to protect the […]
Malware steals bank cards and passwords from millions of devices
Infostealer malware is one of the biggest cybersecurity threats at the moment. There are many different types of this malware and comes with all kinds of names. Some are sold as software services. Hackers pay monthly fees to use to scam people, just like they pay to access Netflix. Infostealer's malware economy is clearly booming, […]