Tag #Malware

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Hackers Target Novice Hackers in Global Malware Attack

A trojanized malware builder, targeting novice hackers, compromised over 18,000 devices globally via GitHub, Telegram, and file-sharing platforms, highlighting conflict within the hacking community and the evolution of cybercriminal tactics.

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1 Billion Passwords Stolen by Malware in 2024

A new report reveals that over 1 billion passwords were stolen by malware in 2024, impacting both individuals and organizations, despite passwords meeting standard complexity requirements. The most prevalent malware used was Redline, Vidar, and Raccoon Stealer.

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Banshee Stealer Malware Variant Targets 100 Million macOS Users

A new variant of the macOS Banshee Stealer malware, costing "$3,000" on the dark web, steals sensitive data from 100 million users by evading antivirus software using an encryption algorithm stolen from Apple's XProtect; security experts warn of the need for stronger security measures.

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Banshee Stealer Malware Targets 100 Million macOS Users

A new variant of the macOS Banshee Stealer malware, costing \$3,000 on the dark web, is actively targeting 100 million users, stealing sensitive data by evading detection through stolen Apple XProtect code and employing convincing phishing techniques.

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AI-Powered Phishing Attacks Target Gmail's 2.5 Billion Users

AI-driven phishing attacks targeting Gmail's 2.5 billion users are increasing, using deepfake technology and LLMs to create realistic and difficult-to-detect malware; Unit 42 research offers a potential solution using adversarial machine learning algorithms to improve detection and defense.

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Earth Minotaur Threat Group Uses Novel Browser Downgrade Technique

The Earth Minotaur threat group uses the Moonshine exploit kit and DarkNimbus backdoor to target Android and Windows users, primarily impacting the Tibetan and Uyghur communities; the exploit kit downgrades web browsers to older, vulnerable versions.

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Fake CAPTCHAs Deliver Lumma Stealer Malware in Global Attack

A global malware campaign uses fake CAPTCHAs to deliver the Lumma Stealer, stealing passwords and sensitive data from various industries in countries including Argentina, Colombia, the U.S., and the Philippines, exploiting the Windows Run command to bypass browser defenses.

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56% Bias Score

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Hidden Malware in Emails Bypasses Security: 29,000 Victims

New malware campaigns, VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivityStealer, hide malicious code in email images, bypassing security; one image was viewed 29,000 times, resulting in credential and financial data theft.

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Android Malware Attack Bypasses Google Play Protect

A new Android malware attack, originating from fraudulent ads on Facebook and TikTok, tricks users into disabling Google Play Protect to install malicious apps, causing financial losses; the attack exploits WhatsApp, and cybersecurity firms have issued warnings.

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Massive Google Chrome Extension Hack Bypasses 2FA

A cyberattack in late December 2024 compromised at least 35 Google Chrome extensions, potentially impacting 2.6 million users; attackers used phishing emails and fake Chrome Web Store domains to distribute malware bypassing two-factor authentication, specifically targeting Facebook accounts.

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NotLockBit Ransomware: Cross-Platform, Self-Deleting Threat

A new analysis reveals NotLockBit ransomware's cross-platform capabilities, self-deleting mechanism, and targeted file encryption impacting Windows and MacOS users, leveraging data exfiltration for extortion.

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DroidBot Malware Steals Banking Credentials from Android Users

The DroidBot Android malware steals banking credentials via keylogging and SMS interception, affecting customers of numerous banks in France and other European countries, highlighting vulnerabilities in mobile banking security.

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