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1 Million FREE Stolen Bank Cards Posted On Underground Forum
October 19, 2021

Security researchers recently discovered an avalanche of stolen banking card data, 1 million of them, available for free on an underground forum called “All Worlds Cards” card shop, or “AW_cards” for short. In business for just a few months, 3.8 million bank cards were placed on AW_cards, with more than 2.6 million available for sale. Findings show the free cards are unique in that they have not previously appeared on other underground forums. READ FULL STORY

Urgent Fixes For Two New Google Zero-Day Flaws. Update Now!

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Urgent Fixes For Two New Google Zero-Day Flaws. Update Now!

With nearly 2.6 billion users worldwide using Google Chrome as their browser of choice, they’ve been exposed to 12 zero-day exploits so far this year, that is until recently. Google added two more zero-day flaws to the list, urging its fans to update the available security patches PDQ. In the past year alone, Chrome browser has experienced a total of 14 zero-day flaws – a new record for the browser behemoth. These latest findings come on the heels of other zero-days recently reported by Microsoft Windows. READ FULL STORY
Getting To Know You. New Android Spyware Infiltrates Mobile Messaging Apps

Mobile Security

Getting To Know You. New Android Spyware Infiltrates Mobile Messaging Apps

No one wants to think their smartphone is also a spying device, but a recent discovery found a new Android spyware is finding a home on mobile devices. This new spyware is the latest version since first being detected in 2017, and it has gone through many improvements since then. The spyware, called Android/SpyC23.A and the hacking group behind it, have a history of using surveillance malware and both are well-known to the cybersecurity community worldwide. READ FULL STORY
Phone Scammers Use Big Tech As Lures

Mobile Security

Phone Scammers Use Big Tech As Lures

Ask a robocall recipient and they’ll tell you that robocalls are annoying and a waste of time. But the victim of a phone scam (vishing) will tell you it could mean losing a lot more than just time. Like email phishing, falling for a vishing scam can put you in danger of losing your identity, your money, and any other private information a criminal can get. So, what to do when the caller claims to be from a trusted business and has a legitimate reason to call? READ FULL STORY

Corporate Security

Phishing Attacks Blowing Up; 74% Of Companies Losing The Fight
October 15, 2021

In the past year alone, 74% of organizations have succumbed to phishing attacks, with 40% victimized in just one month. A report from Ivanti reveals results that show a desperate need for security improvements by corporate America if we’re ever hoping to win the ongoing fight against phishing attacks. The report takes a closer look at how email phishing prevails as a fierce vector for malware attacks, and why businesses are failing to stop it. READ FULL STORY

What's Hiding In That .BMP Image? Lazarus Hacking Group Knows

Your Security

What's Hiding In That .BMP Image? Lazarus Hacking Group Knows

Harmless images we see every day online, including as attachments in our emails, may not be so harmless after all. According to Malwarebytes, long time threat actor Lazarus group, back by North Korea, is now cleverly embedding malware in image files that escape detection by anti-virus software. Lazarus APT (advanced persistent threat) group is thought to be one of the most notorious and sophisticated cybercrime organizations in the world today. READ FULL STORY
Protect Against On-site Social Engineering

Corporate Security

Protect Against On-site Social Engineering

Social engineering is a method of using human interaction to convince people to break their normal security processes. It can utilize technology, but that isn’t necessary in order to reach a goal. It’s been around since the beginning of time and although it has a modern name, it really is just a game for hackers. When people hear the term Social Engineering, it’s likely they think of email Phishing attacks.  While remote social engineering attacks are extremely popular, what people often forget is that on-site social engineering attacks can be just as dangerous and in many cases, just as easy for a criminal to pull off. READ FULL STORY
Carnival Cruise Lines Springs Another Data Leak; Over 13M Possibly Affected

Identity Theft

Carnival Cruise Lines Springs Another Data Leak; Over 13M Possibly Affected

The world’s largest cruise ship operator announced its fourth data breach in just over one year. Carnival Corporation, owner of several popular cruise lines including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, and Princess Cruises, says it acted quickly to “shut down the event and prevent further unauthorized access.” The extent of the data leak could be massive since the company sails nearly thirteen million cruise-goers a year and has over 150,000 employees the world over. Of the now four security events at Carnival Corporation, two were ransomware attacks. READ FULL STORY
Sign-In Without A Password? The Pros And Cons Of The Alternatives

Your Security

Sign-In Without A Password? The Pros And Cons Of The Alternatives

Using strong and unique passwords for every online account can be a frustrating, cumbersome, and time-consuming effort. Being human, the temptation to reuse passwords across multiple accounts surely exists. But in doing so, we know poor password hygiene can lead to cyberattacks, especially for accounts using the same password. Cyber history has shown us repeatedly that password reuse is very risky, yet we do it anyway. Now, the idea of passing on passwords to verify our identity are taking shape. But don't get in a hurry. READ FULL STORY
Business Email Spoofing On The Rise

Corporate Security

Business Email Spoofing On The Rise

While the headlines are focused on ransomware attacks, spoofed emails are getting sneakier and more successful. Bad actors are always finding new ways to hack their way into businesses, and spoofing email addresses are proven way of doing just that. During the first 100 days of the coronavirus outbreak, spoofing attacks increased by 30%. This type of phishing email can sneak past antivirus security and lead to data theft, fraudulent wire transfers, ransomware, BEC (business email compromise), and more. READ FULL STORY
Is Cybersecurity Insurance For Me? What To Know

Your Security

Is Cybersecurity Insurance For Me? What To Know

The pandemic provided a catalyst for cyberattacks to spike in ways that had yet to be seen. According to a report by the Identity Theft Resource Center, when compared to the last quarter of 2020, the number of cybercrime victims is up 564% so far this year. For the right person or business, cybersecurity insurance can make a lot of sense. Help with recovering from a cyberattack is something everyone can use, especially with the chaos and financial losses that can follow. READ FULL STORY
Another Android Zero-Day Flaw Makes Headlines; What You Should Know

Your Security

Another Android Zero-Day Flaw Makes Headlines; What You Should Know

Urgency is the key to preventing this latest zero-day security flaw from assaulting Android devices using Microsoft Office with Internet Explorer (IE). A flaw labeled with “zero-day” means hackers locate and abuse the flaw before software developers or security researchers find it and are able to fix it. Zero-day exploits can happen at any time on any device and its software, and immediately applying the security patch is a necessary defense. READ FULL STORY
Accounts Drained By Zelle Smishing Scam

Mobile Security

Accounts Drained By Zelle Smishing Scam

From time to time, scammers come up with a new tactic using new technology, new events, or whatever they can to continue tricking us into giving up our personal or confidential information. Over the past few years and with the increasing use of texting and SMS messaging, a newer one in the bag of tricks has been coined as “smishing.” Because it’s text, it often catches people off guard and causes them to react quickly, which is exactly what you shouldn’t do. READ FULL STORY




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