Malware

Hiddad Malware Resurfaces: Android Threats on the Rise Again

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Hiddad Malware Resurfaces: Android Threats on the Rise Again

Hiddad has been terrorizing Android mobile devices since last year, regularly appearing at the top of the list of the most widespread malicious codes. In January, however, it seemed that the ground collapsed after him, he did not make it into the top ten monitored threats at all. In the spring, however, he began to … Read more

Rising Threat: Kaspersky Reports a Surge in Malware Attacks on SMBs in 2023

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Rising Threat: Kaspersky Reports a Surge in Malware Attacks on SMBs in 2023

The troublesome malware isn’t slowing down!! Kaspersky reveals that in the first half of 2023, it ‘blocked 2,375 malware’ or unwanted software items targeting small and medium-sized businesses or SMBs, 257.68% higher than the same period last year. “Smishing” (smishing) Smartphone hacker!! Kaspersky Announcement of statistical reportThreat Latest SMB data for Thailand January – June … Read more

Hiddad Trojan: The Rising Threat for Android Devices Revealed

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Hiddad Trojan: The Rising Threat for Android Devices Revealed

Hiddad has been terrorizing Android mobile devices since last year, regularly appearing at the top of the list of the most widespread malicious codes. In January, however, it seemed that the ground collapsed after him, he did not make it into the top ten monitored threats at all. It began to gain strength again only … Read more

Rising Threat: Banking Trojans Disguised as Popular Minecraft Games

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Banking Trojans disguised as games Malware in the Play Store is unfortunately nothing sensational, although this campaign, according to the Czech branch of ESET, is quite unusual. Criminals chose games as a carrier of malware, and not just any games. Namely, it is supposedly about one category; titles imitating the popular “Minecraft”. In addition, it … Read more

How to Avoid Trojan Viruses: 6 Steps for Online Security

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How to Avoid Trojan Viruses: 6 Steps for Online Security

Photo: Illustration of Trojan Virus. (USNews.com) Trojan virus is a type of malware that masquerades as a useful program, but actually has malicious intent. The virus is named after the Trojan horse in ancient Greek mythology, which was hidden in a bounty to damage the target system. Trojan viruses can enter systems through seemingly secure … Read more

ChatGPT Discovers ShadowVault: Malware Threat on macOS

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“Find malware on macOS” is probably not even in the top ten phrases that come to mind when you want to talk to artificial intelligence. However, someone did it and got a stunningly good result. Artificial intelligence was “let in” to the dark web and helped to discover a real threat. ChatGPT found malware on … Read more

Rising Cybersecurity Threats Targeting MSMEs: Report by Kaspersky

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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A security company cyber from Russia, Kaspersky revealed that the number of malicious file detections targeting MSMEs during the first five months of 2023 reached 764,015. The report also discloses the methods used by cyber criminals (hackers) and raises the urgent need for increased protection for MSME cyber security.

These methods include exploiting vulnerabilities, using phishing emails, deceptive text messages, and even using seemingly harmless YouTube links. “All with the aim of gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data,” said the Kaspersky report quoted Monday, July 3, 2023.

In detail, the most common threat was exploits, which accounted for 63 percent (483,980) of all detections during the first five months of 2023. These malicious programs target software vulnerabilities.

“Allowing cybercriminals to run malwareelevating their privileges, or interrupting critical applications without user interaction,” wrote Kaspersky.

Then, phishing threats and scams also pose a significant risk to MSMEs. The way cybercriminals cleverly trick employees into divulging confidential information or falling victim to financial scams.

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Kaspersky exemplifies such deceptive tactics as specially designed fake banking, shipping and credit service pages. The aim is to deceive unwary individuals.

Kaspersky highlights methods of infiltrating employees’ smartphones

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DogeRat Malware: What it Does and How to Prevent It

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DogeRat Malware: What it Does and How to Prevent It

What does DogeRat malware do? 1.Access your local contacts, messages, notifications and banking. 2. Send spam messages to other people. 3. Hack bank accounts used to pay without our knowledge 4. View history – call logs to use the information further 5. Able to take pictures through the front-back box. 6. Secretly record voice through … Read more

Beware of DogeRAT: A Sophisticated Android Malware Campaign Identified by CloudSEK Researchers

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Beware of DogeRAT: A Sophisticated Android Malware Campaign Identified by CloudSEK Researchers

Jakarta – CloudSEK Researcher identify campaigns malware sophisticated known as DogerAT (Remote Access Trojans). This campaign is carried out through the distribution of fake Android apps designed to look like legitimate apps. DogeRAT is a complex Android malware that mostly spreads via social media and messaging platforms under the guise of legitimate apps such as … Read more

OneNote: Microsoft to Prohibit 120 Hazardous File Extensions – ET Telecom

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OneNote: Microsoft to Prohibit 120 Hazardous File Extensions – ET Telecom

Microsoft, the American multinational technology corporation, has recently announced plans to block over 120 dangerous file extensions in OneNote. With the increasing threat of cyber attacks and malware, Microsoft is taking proactive measures to enhance security and protect its users from potential cyber threats. This decision highlights the company’s commitment towards ensuring the safety of … Read more