CIO Business Intelligence

APRIL 17, 2023

As consumers embrace ecommerce, digital banking, and online payment applications, the risk of fraud and other financial crimes has increased dramatically. And for every dollar lost to fraud, banks spend over $4 on recovery fees, legal fees, and other expenses. The stakes for financial organizations are growing as well. In 2021, U.S.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 4, 2023

From embedding malware or a phishing link in a document to manipulated or outright forged documents and other types of cyber fraud, the increase in document-related attacks cannot be ignored, especially if your company handles tax forms, business filings, or bank statements–the three types of most frequently manipulated documents.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 1, 2024

One such company is a large Indian bank with more than 5 million customers who was repeatedly getting half a million issues in code despite adjustments and tweaking of configurations in a popular commercial SAST tool. It resulted in a major breach disclosing the driver and rider details of 57 million users.

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CTOvision

APRIL 11, 2014

Threats to our information are not only from malware or brute force hacks or social engineering. By Bob Gourley. Criminals are motivated to look for every advantage. Sometimes we read about very sophisticated attacks against hardware that require advanced engineering. The New York Police Department is investigating the device.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 19, 2014

See the interview here: Tactics Not Malware Are the Story. Most corporate hacks we see are focused on either customer data (credit cards, medical records, social security numbers, passwords, bank account information, email addresses) or company proprietary documents.

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The Verge

JUNE 5, 2021

The US Department of Justice has charged a Latvian woman for her role in allegedly developing the Trickbot malware, which was responsible for infecting millions of computers, targeting schools, hospitals, public utilities, and governments, the agency said in a news release. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

million stolen from HSBC Bank A.S. The majority of these attacks are due to hacking, fraud and social engineering. The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Malware is malicious software created for egregious objectives.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 7, 2022

Those numbers represent the projected growth of chatbot interactions among banking customers between 2019 to 2023 and the cost savings from 862 hours less of work by support personnel, according to research by Juniper Research. One example is the ability to identify words or phrases used by malware bots.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

A new study from Uptycs has uncovered an increase in the distribution of information stealing malware. Newly discovered stealer families include modules that specifically steal logs from MFA applications, like the Rhadamanthys malware. Examining the dark web reveals that infostealer malware has become increasingly widespread.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

And 2025 will be no different, as increasingly sophisticated online hackers seek to take advantage of Valentine's themed email traffic, social media advertisements, or marketing campaigns, and exploit heightened emotions and a desire to connect. Last year saw a 110% rise in cybercrime in the lead up to Valentine's Day.

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Galido

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

There are many other things that people need to adhere to in order to make sure that they keep themselves and their systems safe from harmful malware threats. Using Anti Malware Software. Using malware protection software on your system is critical, especially today given the huge range of threats out there on the web.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Malware means a malicious or intrusive software application that is coded for executing on the targeted device without notifying its user or the owner. Affecting a mobile phone, a computer, a laptop, or a network server, malware interrupts computing operations, hijacks networks, or access systems. Update your browser.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 11, 2022

Famed hacker Kevin Mitnick learned early on to use emotion to manipulate and socially engineer his targets. At the time, his targets were typically sysadmins, and the social engineering started with a phone call. And hackers will continue to use emotion an an effective social engineering tool now and into the future, because it works.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

These attackers have criminal intent, as they'll lure in victims by claiming to be a friend, family member, bank, or other well-known companies and websites. Malware and attackers can "break in" in various ways. Social engineering has its tells, though.

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Dataconomy

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

has rapidly evolved into a sophisticated malware platform with extensive control capabilities over infected systems. is a malware framework that embeds itself within seemingly benign applications related to gaming, such as speed boosters and installation tools. First discovered by Fortinet’s FortiGuard Labs, Winos4.0

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 24, 2022

Now, headlines about ransomware, cyberattacks, and data breaches pour into social media feeds as steady as a river flows. What was compromised: b ank account numbers, bank statements, mortgage and tax records, social security numbers, wire transaction receipts, and driver license images. Oh, how times have changed.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2021

Here is how the company describes the threat of phishing emails: "Phishing is a common way scammers try to trick you into giving them personal information such as an account username and password, Social Security number, or other personal information. These frequently contain malware that can infect your device.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 29, 2021

TrickBot operation leaves millions of systems infected with malware. Collaborating with a network of knowledgeable cybercriminals, TrickBot's design led to millions of computers all over the world becoming infected with this Trojan malware—and no industry was safe. Attorney Bridget M.

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Galido

MARCH 13, 2017

Internet security has become a hot topic of debate today, and his really comes as little surprise given the large amounts of devastating malware attacks users are experiencing all around the globe. Protection against such threats has always been with the use of malware protection software but this is not enough today. Be careful.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 13, 2023

The new Beep malware is top of mind for organizations and individuals. We are continuing to observe an unyielding surge in the volume of cyberthreats, including advanced malware, botnets, ransomware, cryptojacking, and more," said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start, in a press release.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2023

No charging station is safe, apparently, as the FBI is warning travelers looking to charge their devices in airports, hotels, and coffee shops that "juice jacking" is a thing—as bad actors are using public chargers and even free cables and charging plugs to infect phones and other devices with malware.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 27, 2025

They typically do this in the following ways: Email fraud Identity theft and fraud Stealing financial information or card payment data Stealing and then selling corporate data Demanding money to prevent an attack Compromising secure networks Illegal gambling Often, cybercriminals target computers and infect them with malware that damages the device.

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Galido

OCTOBER 4, 2018

The identity of a person is formed by their personal data such as name, telephone, address, photographs, social security number, bank account numbers … In short, any data that allows identifying that person. Social Engineering. The cost of identity fraud to US business is estimated to exceed $50 billion a year.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 21, 2025

This method is a significant aspect of cybersecurity threats and falls under the larger umbrella of social engineering tactics. Malicious links and attachments: Links that redirect users to harmful websites or attachments that contain malware.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

They're typically carried out via email, messaging apps, and social media, and are masked as sent from trustworthy sources like banks and governmental organizations. The email would include an attachment that when clicked installs malware that steals the individual's sensitive information.

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Cloud Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Examples include banking information, confidential work-related items and provocative videos and photos. Mobile malware attacks are increasing, with 2014 exhibiting a 75 percent increase in Android malware attacks on devices. The mobile malware StealthGenie secretly monitors calls, texts and videos on mobile phones.

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Galido

JULY 30, 2018

There are many other things that people need to adhere to in order to make sure that they keep themselves and their systems safe from harmful malware threats. Using Anti Malware Software. Using malware protection software on your system is critical, especially today given the huge range of threats out there on the web.

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The Verge

MAY 14, 2020

Hutchins was arrested because of his teenage work on code that would end up being used in banking trojan software. Hutchins had never intended to end up making banking malware, but after spending years of his life on various hacking forums he found himself trying to compete with the hackers he was socializing with.

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Galido

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Today, more than any other time in the past, people are committed to using laptops, tablets and phones to facilitate everything in their daily lives, from business to school to social needs. Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft. A common way for malware to attack is for it to find exploits and vulnerabilities in a system.

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Vox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

While many people might think of Russian state-sponsored hacking groups when it comes to infiltrating social media platforms, there’s actually a global network of hackers participating in an underground economy where things like Facebook and Instagram accounts are commodities.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 18, 2022

But SecureWorld did just that on October 13th when we spoke with Theresa Payton on the topic of "Ransomware: Malware as an Ongoing Email Issue." Social engagement works; it's very sneaky," he said. RELATED: 5 Emotions Used in Social Engineering Attacks ]. It has hit all 50 U.S. states and 170 countries in the last 18 months.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

They are sending phishing emails to target senior engineers working for phone companies, they are targeting banks as well," Hacquebord says. They reported about human rights activists and journalists being sent phishing emails, and also malware. What is the group looking for as it runs phishing campaigns and data stealing malware?

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Vox

JUNE 29, 2022

The Instagram messages came from what appeared to be a friend, and Giordano’s other friends have asked for her help with (real) social media-based contests in the past, so of course she didn’t think much of it. Even though I think education is important, there’s a reason social engineering is a thing. She shouldn’t have.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Neglecting cyber hygiene can make individuals and organizations more vulnerable to cyberattacks, such as malware infections, data breaches, and identity theft ( Image credit ) There is a cyber hygiene checklist you need to follow Cyber hygiene is not merely an option but a necessity in our digital age.

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Galido

MARCH 17, 2020

Nowadays, each and every activity, from information gathering to accessing bank accounts can be done online. What’s even more dangerous is the fact that some of this information like date of births or social security numbers can’t be changed like account passwords so once lost they are a continuous threat to the person.

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In the world of cybersecurity, a new threat has emerged – an Android banking trojan known as SpyNote. Once infiltrates your device, it embarks on a covert mission to pilfer text messages and sensitive banking data. Use Antivirus Software: Install reputable antivirus or anti-malware software on your device.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It serves as a vessel for various strains of malware, including ransomware, and underlies data-stealing campaigns that target large organizations and individuals alike. These details can be weaponized to orchestrate business email compromise (BEC) swindles, industrial espionage plots, and malware attacks. And for good reason.

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