Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 23, 2024

A new malware called NGate allows cybercriminals to steal near field communication data from Android phones via sophisticated social engineering. The data is relayed to the fraudsters before being used to steal cash.

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Network World

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Among the fastest-moving frontiers in enterprise cybersecurity: mobile, the internet of things (IoT), and operational technology (OT) systems. of people access the internet with a mobile device, while 59% of internet traffic is generated by mobile devices. Zscaler blocked 45% more IoT malware transactions than the previous year.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 17, 2023

The post Credential harvesting malware appears on deep web appeared first on TechRepublic. New cloud-focused credential harvester available on encrypted messaging service Telegram is part of a trend of Python scrapers making it easier to bait multiple phishing hooks.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 22, 2023

ESET's latest report highlights the abuse of the ChatGPT name, the rise of the Lumma Stealer malware and the Android SpinOk SDK spyware.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 23, 2019

State-sponsored groups take advantage of the lack of effective mobile malware solutions to target mobile users, according to a new report from BlackBerry.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Millions of missed calls While the CrowdStrike outage was huge, it was dwarfed in sheer numbers by a February service interruption at AT&T Mobility, affecting 125 million mobile devices across the US. Friendly fire In February, Chinese PC maker Acemagic acknowledged shipping machines with malware installed on them.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Zscaler ThreatLabz report reveals a 2024 surge in mobile, IoT, and OT cyberattacks, highlighting key trends and the need for zero trust security.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Supply chain attacks, misinformation campaigns, mobile malware and larger scale data breaches are just some of the threats to watch for next year, Check Point Software says.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 18, 2020

The drastic spread of coronavirus across the world has not stopped cybercriminals from exploiting fear to hack into devices.

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Network World

MAY 25, 2016

Impersonating apps Enterprise employees use mobile apps every day to get their jobs done, but when malicious actors start impersonating those apps, it spells trouble for IT departments. These apps include Cisco’s Business Class Email app, ADP, Dropbox, FedEx Mobile, Zendesk, VMware’s Horizon Client, Blackboard’s Mobile Learn app, and others.

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CTOvision

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

The video below explores DDP Protected Workspace and uniquely addresses healthcare regulations related to malware prevention. Individuals take malware and obtain the characteristics pertaining to the individual and find ways to get around the malware inspections in place. The malware is from external agents.

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Network World

MARCH 24, 2017

What’s the best way to avoid Android malware? Security researchers do find new Android malware lurking on Google’s official app store. Eventually, every wall can be breached," said Daniel Padon, a researcher at mobile security provider Check Point. But that doesn’t mean Google Play is perfect.

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CTOvision

JULY 10, 2019

Mobile malware dubbed Agent Smith has infected about 25 million devices, mainly in India and other Asian countries, but other countries have also been affected, including the UK and US, according to security researchers at Check Point Software Technologies.

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CTOvision

JUNE 10, 2014

We believe this is the only way to reduce the impact of malware and breaches in a cost effective way. Architecture Cyber Security DoD and IC Mobile Papers Automation Chief technology officer Computer security' This approach has been proven to significantly improve enterprise defenses. This paper.

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CTOvision

APRIL 30, 2014

Because we increasingly access online content through apps on our mobile devices, traditional advertising models that rely on using search engines and surfing the web may be on the way out. New ads on Google to boost mobile-app makers (cnet.com). What Makes a Great Mobile (Banking) App (thefinancialbrand.com).

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Network World

MAY 26, 2021

The Center for Internet Security has updated its set of safeguards for warding off the five most common types of attacks facing enterprise networks—web-application hacking, insider and privilege misuse, malware, ransomware, and targeted intrusions. To read this article in full, please click here

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Phishing, infostealer malware, ransomware, supply chain attacks, data breaches and crypto-related attacks are among the top evolving threats in the financial sector, says Sekoia.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 18, 2013

–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fixmo, a leader in mobile security and data protection solutions, today announced the general availability of Fixmo SafeWatch, an innovative mobile privacy and security solution for consumers and business professionals using Android and iOS smartphones. STERLING, Va.–(BUSINESS About Fixmo.

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Network World

MARCH 23, 2022

As knowledge workers became increasingly mobile, and as BYOD initiatives spread across organizations, NAC solutions evolved to not only authenticate users, but also to manage endpoints and enforce policies. NAC solutions will, for instance, make sure that the endpoint has up-to-date antivirus and anti-malware protections.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Called Okyo Garde, the bundle incuds Wi-Fi-6-based hardware and mobile application-security software that includes threat-intelligence updates, and sells the hardware and software to enterprises as a customizable subscription.

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Network World

OCTOBER 21, 2024

We need a complete overhaul of our cybersecurity architecture and a shift towards a Zero Trust model built for the highly mobile user-base and modern cloud-first enterprise. In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is no longer an option but a necessity. As we entered the 2000s, cyberattacks became more sophisticated and targeted.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 28, 2017

Android devices account for a vast majority of mobile malware infections. Could you be at risk?

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Mobile malware attacks increased more than three times between 2015 and 2016, according to a new report from Kaspersky Lab. Here's what you need to know.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Ensuring cybersecurity for computers and mobile phones is a huge, complex business. The ever-widening scope and unbelievable variety of threats makes keeping these devices safe from cyber criminals and malware a full-time challenge for companies, governments and individuals around the world.

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IT Toolbox

JULY 12, 2024

Learn how the people attending the games can ensure they don't fall victim to mobile scams, malware, and related data risks. The Olympics is the most highly attended, complex event in the world. The post Cybersecurity Stakes Higher Than Ever at Paris Olympics 2024 appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A sophisticated form of mobile malware dubbed "GoldPickaxe" has been uncovered, which collects facial recognition data to produce deepfake videos, enabling hackers to bypass biometric authentication protections on banking apps. The malware has been active since 2023, specifically targeting victims in Vietnam and Thailand.

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TechSpot

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Cybersecurity researchers at Pradeo regularly update an article identifying mobile applications available on the Google Play Store infected with Joker malware. The latest entry, which came yesterday, highlighted an app called Color Message.

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CTOvision

JULY 29, 2013

CTO Cyber Security Cyber Threat Data DoD and IC Infrastructure Mobile Security National Security Security Credit Card Theft Detection Time DHS DoD Events Gas tracers Google Play Store ICS Malware Apps modeling Oil Sensors Spam Apps Symantec.

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Network World

MARCH 28, 2017

Smartphones are by far the most popular target of mobile malware, and the infection rate is soaring, according to new research by Nokia.

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CTOvision

SEPTEMBER 13, 2014

It’s no longer enough to share and compare yesterday’s malware samples. Analysis Big Data CTO Cyber Security Cyber Threats DoD and IC Computer security Cyber Threat Fortinet FTNT Intel Malware McAfee Palo Alto Networks PANW Symantec SYMC' Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW ). Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC ).

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TechSpot

APRIL 17, 2023

McAfee's mobile research team discovered a third-party software library it named Goldoson, which collects sensitive information and performs ad fraud. However, the developers who used Goldoson didn't realize that they were adding a malicious malware component to their programs. Read Entire Article

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TechSpot

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Apple's been getting lazy in the iOS security department as of late, despite pouring fuel into the fiery iOS vs. Android debate by claiming the latter mobile OS has 47 times more malware due to being open to sideloading apps. That said, it's hard to argue against the fact that.

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CTOvision

MARCH 27, 2019

UC Browser, a hugely popular mobile browser from Alibaba-owned UCWeb, has a design flaw that allows attackers to swap out downloads from the company’s servers with files from any server on the internet, according to researchers at Russian security firm Dr. Web.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Mobile security is a bit of a misnomer. Few of us can say we’ve been attacked by a piece of malware or have quarantined an actual virus. Yet, there’s a sneaking suspicion that mobile security is a bigger concern. The odds are stacked against us. According to one HP report, 67 percent of employees in the U.S. now work remotely.

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Network World

MAY 30, 2024

“Businesses can extend secure connected experiences everywhere using Cisco Talos-powered cybersecurity capabilities—firewall policies, content filtering, intrusion detection and prevention (IDS and IPS), advanced malware protection (AMP), and more—using both wired WAN and FWA.”

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Network World

JUNE 13, 2024

Today, with the cloud, mobility, and the rise of hybrid work, an organization’s attack surface has exponentially expanded. The life cycle of a cyberattack Regardless of the method that threat actors use to commit cyberattacks—phishing, malware, and, yes, ransomware—the stages of every attack are remarkably similar. Stay up to date.

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TechSpot

MAY 12, 2023

Last month, we learned that malware had been discovered in 60 Android apps with over 100 million downloads – another black eye for the mobile operating system that has an estimated three billion active users worldwide. Malicious developers regularly exploit various loopholes in Google's app vetting process to create apps.

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