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Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and other types of malware are significant threats to organizations. To stay informed and understand how the latest malware operates, cybersecurity professionals need to be able to analyze it. Here are five steps that security specialists can take to dissect malicious software and expose its functionality. Step 1: Isolate the Malware The The post How to Analyze Malware in 5 Steps appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Britain’s NCSC, the cybersecurity arm of GCHQ, has taken heed of a recent alert regarding a concerning cyber threat. According to reports from media outlets, criminals have developed malware specifically targeting ATMs, with the potential to generate a minimum profit of $30,000 per infected machine. This malicious software, currently attributed to a known cybercrime actor, The post ATM malware developed to target Europe appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

In recent times, the landscape of cyber threats has taken a new turn, with cybercriminals employing sophisticated tactics to disseminate malware through counterfeit antivirus websites. This revelation comes from researchers at Trellix, shedding light on a concerning trend where malicious actors not only aim to pilfer sensitive data but also engage in double or triple The post Fake Antivirus websites now delivering malware appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

The world is becoming increasingly digital, and innovative technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) are evolving at an alarming rate. But unfortunately, as technology advances, so do the strategies of cybercriminals. The integration of AI into nefarious online activities has sparked a cascade of newly sophisticated cyber threats which both individuals and businesses alike The post How do cybercriminals use artificial intelligence? appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) recently issued a warning regarding the LockBit ransomware group’s latest tactics. Dubbed the LockBit Black Ransomware Campaign, this operation utilizes the Phorpiex Botnet to orchestrate a large-scale phishing email onslaught. According to NJCCIC’s alert, the Phorpiex Botnet has been active since April 2024, bombarding unsuspecting recipients The post LockBit using botnets to send 9 million emails appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Password stealing malware is again rising with several attacks making the news cycle in recent months. For instance, a new password-stealing malware named Ov3r_Stealer was discovered on Facebook Ads, spreading by way of fake job opportunities. Further analysis into password-stealing malware has also revealed that one malware, in particular, is responsible for around 170 million The post Stemming the Tide: Solving the Challenge of Password Reuse and Password-Stealing Malware appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Over recent years, Google Chrome has emerged as a dominant force in the realm of web browsing, capturing the attention of a vast online audience. Current estimates suggest that approximately 65% of the world’s internet users, equating to nearly 3 billion individuals, rely on Chrome as their browser of choice. However, this widespread usage has The post Google Enterprise Security Program offers enhanced Malware and Phishing protection appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

[By: Krishna Vishnubhotla, Vice President Product Strategy, Zimperium] Tax Day is just around the corner and it is vital for individuals and businesses to be hypervigilant of the tax apps we choose as there has been a significant rise in fake tax apps pushing malware. To keep your personal and financial information safe, these apps The post Stay Safe This Tax Season: Fake Tax Apps Pushing Malware on the Rise appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

When you’re casually browsing through YouTube channels and encounter a tempting link in the description, think twice before clicking. There’s a rising trend where these links can lead unsuspecting users straight into the jaws of malware. As the demand for game cracks surges among youngsters, cybercriminals are capitalizing on this trend to distribute malicious software. The post YouTube being used by hackers to spread Malware appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Apple Inc has recently updated its threat notification system to include alerts for Mercenary Spyware targeting individuals and companies. Previously, starting from March 2021, Apple had been issuing alerts to users whose devices were targeted by state-sponsored attacks, a response prompted by the revelation of the NSO Group’s Pegasus software being used to compromise the The post Apple issues warning against Mercenary Spyware appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.