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6 key mobile and IoT/OT attack trend findings

Network World

Overall, ThreatLabz tracked a rise in financially motivated mobile attacks – with 111% growth in spyware and 29% growth in banking malware – most of which can bypass multifactor authentication (MFA). Meanwhile, IoT attacks grew 45% year-over-year, and ThreatLabz identified pervasive security risks in OT environments.

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Why you must extend Zero Trust to public cloud workloads

CIO Business Intelligence

7 With the vast majority (estimated around 85%) of Internet traffic encrypted, there is exponential growth in security risks posed by encrypted channels that can hide harmful content such as viruses, spyware, and other malware challenging security teams to secure an increasingly distributed enterprise and avoid costly repercussions.

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Information Stealing Malware on the Rise, Uptycs Study Shows

SecureWorld News

Newly discovered stealer families include modules that specifically steal logs from MFA applications, like the Rhadamanthys malware. This demonstrates a focus on collecting data from multi-factor authentication tools. Stealer and log prices generally range between $200-300 a month, or around $1,000 for a lifetime subscription.

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How To Stay Safe When Gaming Online

Galido

If we are starting to play new online game, we must always verify that the server we are using has the correct encryption and authentication before starting to play. However, if we illegally pirate such software, there is a possibility that it contains a virus or spyware that will infect our computer. Play online on a secure server.

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Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft

Galido

Malware means a malicious or intrusive software application that is coded for executing on the targeted device without notifying its user or the owner. Acting as purposely malignant, malware is disguised as an authentic application available from an apparently trustworthy source. Guard/Seal Your Existing Vulnerabilities.

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This stalkerware breaches your Android: Fix it now

Dataconomy

Consumer-grade spyware apps, often labeled as “stalkerware” or “spouseware,” continue to pose significant risks for Android users by covertly monitoring private messages, photos, phone calls, and real-time location. The Coalition Against Stalkerware offers resources and advice for victims and survivors.

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Hygiene does not only protect you against physical viruses

Dataconomy

Enable two-factor authentication Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your accounts. Use antivirus software Installing reputable antivirus software helps protect your system from various types of malware, including viruses, ransomware, and spyware.

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