Network World

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Malware attacks that recently put the Polish banking sector on alert were part of a larger campaign that targeted financial organizations from more than 30 countries. There are also similarities to tools previously used by a group of attackers known in the security industry as Lazarus.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

.” By understanding the methods that criminal hackers commonly use, organizations can take proactive measures to safeguard their systems and protect their data. In this blog post, we'll explore common techniques used to penetrate systems and how organizations can defend against each type of attack.

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Network World

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

The hackers behind a sophisticated attack campaign that has recently targeted financial organizations around the world have intentionally inserted Russian words and commands into their malware in an attempt to throw investigators off.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

Security researchers have evidence that Lazarus Group successfully breached at least two South Korean aerospace companies in 2023, making off with gigabytes of weapons systems data. The group employed sophisticated spear-phishing, watering hole attacks, and kernel-level malware to compromise the targets. currently Hanwha Ocean Co.

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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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Network World

APRIL 7, 2017

When the source code to a suspected Russian-made malware leaked online in 2013, guess who used it? On Friday, WikiLeaks released 27 documents that allegedly detail how the CIA customized its malware for Windows systems. A new release from WikiLeaks claims the U.S.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

A former CSO of the World Bank Treasury calls the SWIFT system outdated and open to malware attacks. SWIFT is the interbank financial messaging system for sending international money transfer instructions. Those vulnerabilities could lead to manipulation of financial transactions.

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Network World

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

A wave of attacks that have recently affected banks and other enterprises used open-source penetration testing tools loaded directly into memory instead of traditional malware, making their detection much harder. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2020

For remote workers, endpoint security is perhaps the most essential measure as this is important in detecting the latest malware attacks. Growth in malware during COVID-19. It is sadly the case that as the instances of remote working have risen, so has the number of malware attacks against businesses.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2021

In January 2021, the FBI and other international law enforcement agencies worked together to take down one of the world's most notorious malware strains, Emotet. Also change passwords and security questions for any accounts you may have stored in either your inbox or browser, especially those of higher value such as banking.".

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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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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Fahd instructed the AT&T employees to set up fake businesses and phony bank accounts to receive payments, and to create fictitious invoices for deposits into the fake accounts to create the appearance that money exchanged as part of the scheme was payment for legitimate services.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 26, 2020

A required tax software for some Western companies with Chinese offices comes with a free bonus: pre-installed malware. The findings reveal two unsettling examples: A Chinese bank forced two organizations, a UK-based technology and software vendor and a major financial institution, to download a software package in order to pay local taxes.

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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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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Types of Cyber Attacks Ransomware A potent malware, Ransomware is now the preferred tool for cybercriminals. Users are tricked into clicking harmful links or downloading files, enabling identity theft or system breaches. of email attacks, exploiting human error over system flaws. It accounts for 39.6%

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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. This malicious app poses as a routine operating system update, deceiving users into granting it special access privileges. Keep Your Software Updated: Regularly update your device’s operating system and applications.

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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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Dataconomy

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Whether shopping online for clothes or household goods, doing your banking, taxes, life administration and medical care, you can use the net for much you need to achieve. Viruses, malware, ransomware and other nefarious applications can cause havoc on networks, affecting personal, government or private commerce systems.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

This article increases awareness for organizations seeking to enhance their digital risk posture against the increasing threat of ransomware (a type of malware) deployed by threat actors to prevent or limit users from accessing their system until a ransom is paid.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Even though email phishing – deceptive messages designed to trick a person into sharing sensitive data (or even money) or inject malicious software into the recipient’s system – is one of the oldest tricks in the book, email cyberattacks account for 90% of all data breaches even today, according to research by Hoxhunt.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Today's savvy bank robbers don't break into vaults looking for gold or diamonds: They're more likely to be hacking networks looking for access to the Swift payment system. In February, hackers exploited Bangladesh Bank's access to the Swift fund transfer network to steal US$81 million -- and almost got away with $951 million.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Cyber hygiene is the practice of adopting good cybersecurity habits and measures to protect digital systems and data from cyber threats ( Image credit ) What is cyber hygiene? These devices may contain malware or be under surveillance, posing a risk to your sensitive information. Stick to trusted and secure devices whenever possible.

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Dataconomy

JANUARY 2, 2024

Cybercriminals or unauthorized entities exploit vulnerabilities in security systems to gain access to this data, often intending to sell it on the dark web, use it for identity theft, or hold it for ransom. Cyberattacks include malware infections, phishing scams, ransomware, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

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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. Also known as spamming, phishing is typically done through email, SMS, and phone attacks.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 19, 2014

In late November, SPE confirmed that it was the victim of a cyber attack that destroyed systems and stole large quantities of personal and commercial data. Separately, the tools used in the SPE attack have similarities to a cyber attack in March of last year against South Korean banks and media outlets, which was carried out by North Korea.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

First, however, let's look at the top 15 cyber threats organizations face right now, according to the report: Malware. Trends in Malware attacks. We can't look at all of these categories, but let's talk about the number one cyber attack threat of malware. 46,5%_of all malware in e-mail messages found in ‘.docx’

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SecureWorld News

JULY 1, 2020

It's the IT version of robbing a bank. In a recent study, "Screwed Drivers Open ATMs to Attack," Eclypsium dove into the discussion about the risks that malicious or insecure drivers pose to Windows-based systems. Attacks on ATMs are infamous in cybersecurity. How drivers contribute to ATM attacks. Interested in this research?

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2020

A Chinese bank forced two organizations, a UK-based technology and software vendor and a major financial institution, to download a software package in order to pay local taxes. But the bank left out a critical detail about the software: it included malware.". When possible, segment critical information on air-gapped systems.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2022

While it's unfortunate that many Russians will be unable to watch their favorite Netflix show, or even access their bank account, it is one of the only ways to assist Ukraine in its fight without escalating the conflict to a full-scale war. Among the targeted systems were those of U.S. organizations. pharmaceutical manufacturer.

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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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CTOvision

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Rise in alternative payment systems creates exposure. As companies continue to roll out – and consumers embrace – new electronic, wireless payment systems, hackers are presented with more targets. As a result, phishing, ATM skimming and banking malware are no longer the sole concern of “Western” or multi-national financial firms.

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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

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

An intrusion in May resulted in data being stolen from Cisco Systems and then placed on the Dark Web. The Yanluowang group is linked to "Evil Corp," the Lapsus$ gang (responsible for a recent Uber attack ), and FiveHands malware. Hackers breach 'Fast Company' systems. Cisco reports stolen data. The Yanluowang ransomware gang.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Security is a top priority at the Bank of Labor , but the financial institution updates its formal information security policy only once a year, maybe twice, regardless of what's happening in the ever-changing threat landscape. On the contrary, the organization, which has seven branches in the Kansas City, Kan.,

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 28, 2021

In 2014, it was first found to be a banking Trojan, but quickly evolved into a perfect solution for cybercriminals everywhere. It basically works as a primary door opener for computer systems on a global scale. Europol also stresses that EMOTET was so much more than just malware. EMOTET as an attack for hire.

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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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The Accidental Successful CIO

JUNE 23, 2021

Computing devices, too, are moving in and out of the company network, with employees bringing their laptops onto company networks and then taking them back home – where they’re much more exposed to hackers and can easily get infected with malware. Some workers will be in the office and some will be at home.

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