There's a new malware threat to be aware of, called "CookieThief," which is an apt name that describes what the malware does. Honestly though, the Hackers missed the mark here. "CookieMonster" would have been a much better name option. In any case, it's part of a growing new collection of malware strains that is able to steal browser and app … [Read more...] about Malware Is Targeting Cookies On Android Devices To Gain Access
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New Android Malware Can Get Past Two-Factor Authentication
Since 2010, Google has been doing its part to help keep its massive user base safe. They introduced a small but critical service called Google Authenticator, which is used by a number of online accounts as a two-factor authentication layer. Google launched the service as an alternative to SMS-based one-time passcodes. While SMS-based codes … [Read more...] about New Android Malware Can Get Past Two-Factor Authentication
Emails Pretending To Be Secret Admirers Could Be Ransomware
Nemty Ransomware isn't an especially well-known threat, but it's dangerous and should not be discounted. Recently, researchers have discovered an ongoing spam-email driven campaign that's attempting to spread the ransomware far and wide. An unknown group of hackers is sending out what appears to be love letters from secret admirers in a broad … [Read more...] about Emails Pretending To Be Secret Admirers Could Be Ransomware
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
Financial Organizations Beware Of Documents Asking To Enable Content
If you work in the financial sector, be advised that there's a large scale botnet-driven malware campaign underway. It has been targeting firms in both the US and the UK. The malware at the heart of the campaign is Emotet, which began life as a banking trojan, but it has morphed into something quite different in recent times. It's now a … [Read more...] about Financial Organizations Beware Of Documents Asking To Enable Content
New Malware Uses This Year’s Top Movies To Get Clicks
It's easy to get caught up in the hype of popular movies. Hackers know this and are beginning to incorporate Oscar Nominated movies into their strategies. They're using enticing images to bait unsuspecting users to install malware and lure them to phishing sites designed to steal credit card and other sensitive information. After all, wouldn't you … [Read more...] about New Malware Uses This Year’s Top Movies To Get Clicks
