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Beware! These malware are masquerading as Microsoft and Google Chrome apps to cheat you
Cybersecurity experts are alerting people to stay safe from the increasing number of cybercrimes. Cybercriminals use techniques such as Trojan Horse and email lure to access private files and for financial scams.
Lenskart $200M secondary deal; Baron bumps up Swiggy’s valuation
Singapore's Temasek and US-based Fidelity have invested $200 million in Lenskart through a secondary share sale. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Pakistan-based hackers step up attacks against Indian govt systems
Pakistan-based groups SideCopy and Transparent Tribe (APT36) are targeting India's government and defence IT systems through malware attacks, as reported by cybersecurity firm Quick Heal Technologies.
Explainer: Why cyberattackers are increasingly launching attacks in Rust programming language
Rust is a powerful coding language released by the Rust Foundation backed by five companies – AWS, Huawei, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla. The company was founded in 2015.
"Rs 15,000 credited to a/c XXXXX9082": This 'bank message' could be a scam; how to identify, save money
Bank phishing scam: You may get an authentic looking SMS saying that a sum of money has been credited to your bank account. However before acting on this information, remember to verify the SMS sender's ID, as banks do not use a personal mobile number to send SMS. Banks have different sender ID like AD-ICICIT for ICICI Bank, etc.
Explainer: What risks do advanced AI models pose in the wrong hands?
Biden administration takes steps to safeguard U.S. AI from China and Russia by regulating advanced models. Concerns arise over deepfakes, misinformation, biological and cyber weapons, with potential threats from hacking groups and foreign governments.
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Zero-day vulnerabilities becoming major source of cyberattacks: Verizon
Cyberattacks exploiting vulnerabilities tripled in 2023, driven by MOVEit. Extortion rose while stolen credentials fell. Financially motivated incidents had a $46,000 median loss. Concerns persist around GenAI and deepfakes in cyber threats.
Sam Altman, Satya Nadella in US Homeland Security's AI security advisory board
The board will develop recommendations for the transportation sector, pipeline and power grid operators, internet service providers and others to "prevent and prepare for AI-related disruptions to critical services that impact national or economic security, public health, or safety."
Skill gap in workforce, AI advancements make cyber attacks more threatening in India
India is witnessing an unpredented surge in cyber attacks. There is also a big skills gap in the cyber security workforce, and advancements in AI are making the problem more acute. While AI is a threat, it is also an opportunity. Synergy between AI and human expertise may be the key to safeguarding the country’s expanding digital ecosystems.
Number of devices hit by data-stealing malware rises over 600% in three years: Kaspersky
According to Kaspersky, 443,000 websites worldwide have experienced compromised credentials in the past five years. The .com (dot com) domain led the list of compromised accounts, followed by Brazil (.br), India (.in), Colombia (.co), and Vietnam (.vn).
Exclusive: Apple warns users of "mercenary spyware" attack; India, 91 other countries impacted
Apple, in its threat notification mail, said it detected that the user was “being targeted by a mercenary spyware attack that is trying to remotely compromise the iPhone” which is associated with a particular Apple ID.
This Vulture can empty your bank account, cyber security firm sounds alarm bells
Security researchers have uncovered a sophisticated version of the Vultur banking trojan, disguised as a security app, targeting Android users through a hybrid attack involving smishing and phone calls. This new variant boasts advanced remote control capabilities and an improved evasion mechanism, making it more dangerous than previous versions.
Over Rs 10,300 crore siphoned off by cyber criminals since 2021: report
Over 4.52 lakh cyber crime cases were reported on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) in 2021, which rose by 113.7% in 2022, with 9.66 lakh cases being reported on the portal.
Scammers using fake QR codes to steal your information, warns US FTC
There are reports of scammers covering up QR codes on parking meters with a QR code of their own. Some crafty scammers might send you a QR code by text message or email and make up a reason for you to scan it.
Fraudsters attack Booking.com customers after hacking hotels
The scam, investigated by cyber-security firm Secureworks, involved deployment of the Vidar infostealer to steal a hotel's Booking.com credentials.
Beware of Gmail Fraud: Check tips to protect yourself from cybercriminals
Gmail, the world's most popular email service, is under attack by cybercriminals seeking to exploit unsuspecting users. These fraudsters employ various tactics, including phishing scams, malware attacks, and financial fraud, to deceive and steal from Gmail users.
Nearly 73% of Indian mid, large companies hit by ransomware in 2023
Nearly 44% of these organisations ended up paying ransom ranging between $100,000-$500,000, as per the survey by cybersecurity firm Sophos.
Why is there a growing cyber threat to global shipping
The attack on DP World's ports - which handle 40% of Australia's freight trade - forced them offline for days and was the latest in a series of breaches at ports around the world in recent years.
State-sponsored cyberattacks against India up 278% in three years
Services companies in India, including IT and BPO, saw the highest share of attacks between March 2021 and September 2023, according to Singapore-based cybersecurity firm Cyfirma.
Allegations against government baseless, let opposition leaders file FIR: BJP after iPhone alerts
The party leaders said it is for the mobile company to explain the issue. Senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed the opposition for targeting the government without taking up the matter with Apple and dared its leaders, who have received it, to file a criminal case (FIR).
India's security landscape under attack as ransomware, malware threats spike: report
According to a report from Japanese cyber security software company Trend Micro, India also ranks among the top five nations globally in malware detections, accounting for 5.5% of all threats.
Spyware can infect your phone or computer via the ads you see online: report
Spyware lets the user see the contents of the target's device, including calls, texts, email and voicemail. Some forms of spyware can take control of a phone, including turning on its microphone and camera.
Indian technology infrastructure is vulnerable to zero day attacks
Cybersecurity experts said that in general, the threats across the Japan and APAC region have been on the rise.
FBI and European partners seize major malware network in blow to global cybercrime
Cybersecurity experts said they were impressed by the deft dismantling of the network but cautioned that any setback to cybercrime would likely be temporary.
US says it has disrupted notorious 'Qakbot' hacking network
"Qakbot malware infected more than 700,000 victim computers, facilitated ransomware deployments, and caused hundreds of millions of dollars in damage to businesses, healthcare providers, and government agencies all over the world," the US Department of Justice said a statement.
Phishing, Ransomware & Beyond: Seven types of Cyberattacks you should know
With the increase in the frequency of cyberattacks, attackers have also started using more sophisticated strategies to find loopholes in digital systems. Cyberattacks can be defined as an exploitation of computer systems and networks with the intent to harm. Ransomware is the most significant and harmful type of malware attack.
Malware attack detected at AIIMS; cyber security systems neutralise threat
“A malware attack was detected at AIIMS New Delhi. The attempt was successfully thwarted, and the threat was neutralised by the deployed cyber-security systems,” the government-run hospital said in a statement on Twitter.
Apple denies surveillance claims made by Russia's FSB
Apple Inc is denying claims made by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) that it cooperated with American spies to surveil Russian iPhone users.
India sees 31% surge in malware attacks in 2022: report
India experienced a 31% surge in malware attacks in 2022, which should prompt companies to intensify their efforts in safeguarding themselves against cyberattacks, said a SonicWall report.
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