When infected, USB drives can spread malware not just within a single organization but also across multiple entities if shared. These attacks don’t rely on network vulnerabilities, allowing them to bypass traditional security tools.
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Watch out — those movie downloads could actually just be vicious new Windows malware | TechRadar
Be careful when looking for pirated movies online – experts have warners many files are out there just to infect your Windows PCs with dangerous malware and infostealers.
Revolver Rabbit gang registers 500,000 domains for malware campaigns
A cybercriminal gang that researchers track as Revolver Rabbit has registered more than 500,000 domain names for infostealer campaigns that target Windows and macOS systems.
Evolution of Cybercrime Investigations
Cybercrime costs trillions, rising yearly. Criminals operate globally, teaching their methods. This article explores major cyberattacks from 1962 to 2024 and how investigators use advanced technology to combat them.
350 million people downloaded insecure browser extensions over two years | Cybernews
In all, the academics discovered more than 26,000 extensions they believed had issues inherent in them, with around 15,400 of them violating privacy rules. A further 10,400 or so contained malware that could harm users.
Don’t overlook the security risk posed by QR codes | TechRadar
But the more mainstream the technology has become, the more attractive it has become for threat actors. The same accessibility that makes the QR code a useful tool also makes it an effective vector for phishing and malware delivery.
Hackers Using Weaponized Docs In QR Code Phishing Attacks
Threat actors embed malicious QR codes in emails, documents, and public places, using them to mask destinations.