The Paradise ransomware is like a bad penny; it just keeps turning up. The strain first appeared back in 2017, when it was spread far and wide via phishing emails. Then it seemed to fall out of favor for a while, and now, it's back again. Even worse, it's back with a new trick up its virtual sleeves. In its latest incarnation, it's still being … [Read more...] about Paradise Ransomware Using Internet Query Files To Deliver Payload
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CoronaVirus Scare Is Being Used By Scammers To Trick People
There is no low that hackers and scammers won't stoop to. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about a worldwide scam in progress relating to fears surrounding the CoronaVirus. The FTC's announcement speaks for itself. Their announcement reads, in part: "Scammers are taking advantage of fears surrounding the … [Read more...] about CoronaVirus Scare Is Being Used By Scammers To Trick People
Password Manager Malware Tricks Users Into Revealing Their Passwords
There's a new threat making the rounds called 'Metamorfo' that you should be aware of. The malware began its life as a banking trojan. This news is from researchers at Fortinet, who reports that the malicious code has recently gotten some upgrades that make it particularly nasty. Like many similar programs, this one finds its way onto target … [Read more...] about Password Manager Malware Tricks Users Into Revealing Their Passwords
Phishing Emails Are Becoming Even Harder To Identify
According to data collected by Microsoft, phishing emails accounted for 0.62 percent of all inbox receipts in September 2019. That's up from 0.31 percent just one year before that. The increase is alarming of course, but at first glance, these look like fairly harmless numbers. Unfortunately, last year, phishing emails targeting business … [Read more...] about Phishing Emails Are Becoming Even Harder To Identify
