CherryBlos Malware Uses OCR to Pluck Android Users’ Cryptocurrency
The malware, along with a sister strain dubbed "FakeTrade," was found lurking in Google Play.
The Week in Ransomware – July 28th 2023 – New extortion tactics
With ransom payments declining, ransomware gangs are evolving their extortion tactics to utilize new methods to pressure victims. [...]
New Android malware uses OCR to steal credentials from images
Two new Android malware families named 'CherryBlos' and 'FakeTrade' were discovered on Google Play, aiming to steal cryptocurrency credentials and…
‘Nitrogen’ Ransomware Effort Lures IT Pros via Google, Bing Ads
Forget temps and new employees. A new malicious campaign compromises organizations through a high risk, high reward vector: IT professionals.
China Propaganda Spreads via US News Sites, Freelancers, Times Square
A widespread disinformation campaign aimed at Americans wasn't that effective, but it was certainly creative, even slipping in influence articles…
DeSantis calls for state investment manager to consider action against Bud Light’s parent company
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging the state's pension fund manager to consider legal action against Bud Light's parent company…
Russian state hackers lure Western diplomats with BMW car ads
The Russian state-sponsored hacking group 'APT29' (aka Nobelium, Cloaked Ursa) has been using unconventional lures like car listings to entice…
$20 gift cards and $1 books: GOP primary candidates test novel ways to raise money as they scramble for a spot on next month’s debate stage
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is offering $20 gift cards to people who donate at least $1 to his presidential…
RomCom hackers target NATO Summit attendees in phishing attacks
A threat actor referred to as 'RomCom' has been targeting organizations supporting Ukraine and guests of the upcoming NATO Summit…
Online Privacy Statistics
By Milos Djordjevic, Online Privacy Expert, VPN Central Online privacy is a burning issue in our modern threat landscape. It…