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The Dark Side of Online Shopping: Human-Assisted CAPTCHA-Cracking Services Fuel Shopper Bots

Morgan Sarah2 years ago07 mins

Cybercriminals Now Have Access to Human-Assisted CAPTCHA-Breaking Services In recent times, the cyber-underground menu has added a new service, i.e., human-assisted CAPTCHA breaking functionality. This has raised concerns that website administrators must adopt additional measures to protect their websites from bots. CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart) challenges are…

The Skyrocketing Menace of Spyware: Over 400 Million Apps Downloaded Through Google Play

Nguyen Michael2 years ago07 mins

Spyware Disguised as Marketing SDK Found in 101 Android Applications The popular Android applications like Noizz, Zapya, VFly, and Biugo have been found to contain spyware disguised as a marketing software development kit (SDK) that could extract and report sensitive data from users’ devices without their consent. According to Doctor Web, the Russian antivirus vendor,…

The Alarming Rise of Cybercrime Enabled by CAPTCHA-Breaking Services with Human Solvers

Emma Thompson2 years ago06 mins

Save Time on Network Security With This Guide As the world continues to become more digital, the issue of online security has become more urgent than ever. Cybercrime, online fraud, and other forms of digital attacks have become more prevalent, and businesses are facing an increasingly complex and sophisticated threat landscape. It’s the IT Manager’s…

The Rise of Stealthy Bandit Stealer: A Growing Threat to Web Browsers and Cryptocurrency Wallets

Nguyen Michael2 years ago05 mins

Save Time on Network Security With This Guide As cyber threats continue to become more stealthy, IT managers must be equipped with the latest tools to ensure the security of their networks. One platform that is making waves in the cybersecurity industry is Perimeter 81. The Rise of Cybersecurity Threats The rise of cryptocurrencies has…

Exploring the Growing Threat of Sophisticated Travel-Related Phishing and BEC Scams This Summer.

Nguyen Michael2 years ago06 mins

Phishing Scams with Travel-Themed Lures Ramp Up Ahead of Summer Holiday Season As the summer holiday season approaches, phishing scams with travel-themed lures are gaining momentum, posing a significant threat to individuals and organizations alike. A recent survey by McAfee found that almost one-third (30%) of adults have either fallen victim to, or know someone…

Netflix’s ban on password-sharing: A security measure worth considering

Emma Thompson2 years ago06 mins

## Security Risks Associated with Netflix‘s Password Crackdown In a recent announcement, Netflix stated that it would be cracking down on password-sharing to ensure that individuals outside of the user’s household are not using the same set of credentials for accessing its streaming service. While this move may have sparked disappointment among users who have…

“Unearthing the Alarming Surge of Advanced Phishing Attacks in 2022: A Perception Point Report”

Morgan Sarah2 years ago06 mins

Advanced Phishing Attacks Rose by 356% in 2022, Perceived Risks to Organizations Introduction A recently published Annual Report by Perception Point has informed that the number of advanced phishing attacks rose by 356% in 2022. Overall, the total number of cyber-attacks has increased by 87% – it indicates a growing need for an organization to…

“Behind the Scenes of Brazil’s Cybercrime Networks: Insights from ‘Operation Magalenha'”

Nguyen Michael2 years ago01 mins

[object Object] Cybercrime–cybercrime,Brazil,OperationMagalenha,network,insights > You might want to read ! Examining the rise of cybersecurity investments: Sekoia.io’s successful $37.5 million fundraising campaign “Cynet’s Cybersecurity Solution Saves Hospital from Deadly Infection” The Troubles Caused by Ambiguous Cyber Disclosure Rules and CISO Criminalization Uncovering the Latest Iranian Cyber Attack: A Look into the New PowerExchange Backdoor Isolated…

Why Portuguese financial institutions should be concerned about Brazilian hackers targeting them

Patel Maya2 years ago05 mins

Brazilian Hackers Target Portuguese Financial Institutions in Operation Magalenha A Brazilian hacking group has initiated a potent cyber-attack campaign against more than thirty Portuguese financial institutions in an effort to breach their security systems and gain unauthorized access to sensitive financial data. This cybercrime illustrates the persistent nature of the Brazilian cybercriminal underground and is…

The Secret Tracking of Advertisers: Exposing Their Unseen Surveillance

Morgan Sarah2 years ago08 mins

Experts warn that advertisers are tracking your every move, even in places you thought were off-limits Many people assume that certain locations, such as medical clinics, therapist offices, addiction treatment centers, and places of worship, are off-limits for tech companies to gather personal data. However, a Northeastern University cybersecurity expert, Christo Wilson, warns that this…