With 23andMe filing for bankruptcy, here’s how to remove your data from the company and protect yourself from the 2023 breach. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 23andMe bankruptcy: How to delete your data and…
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Oops! Google accidentally deletes some users’ Maps Timeline data
Google has admitted it accidentally deleted some Maps Timeline user data after what it calls a “technical issue”. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Oops! Google accidentally deletes some users’ Maps Timeline data
A week in security (March 17 – March 23)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 17 to March 23 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 17 – March 23)
What Google Chrome knows about you, with Carey Parker (Lock and Code S06E06)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Carey Parker about what Google Chrome knows about you. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: What Google Chrome knows about you, with Carey Parker…
Personal data revealed in released JFK files
The release of the JFK assassination records also resulted in the leak of hundreds of Social Security Numbers This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Personal data revealed in released JFK files
Semrush impersonation scam hits Google Ads
The phishing campaign for valuable Google accounts continues with a new twist, going after the customers of a Sass platform. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Semrush impersonation scam hits Google Ads
Targeted spyware and why it’s a concern to us
Experts are warning about the proliferating market for targeted spyware and espionage. Why should we be concerned? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Targeted spyware and why it’s a concern to us
The “free money” trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety
With financial stress at an all-time high, people are desperately seeking relief. Sadly, scammers know this all too well. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The “free money” trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety
Sperm bank breach deposits data into hands of cybercriminals
Sperm donor giant California Cryobank has announced it has suffered a data breach that exposed customers’ personal information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Sperm bank breach deposits data into hands of cybercriminals
AMOS and Lumma stealers actively spread to Reddit users
Reddit users from trading and crypto subreddits are being lured into installing malware disguised as premium cracked software. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AMOS and Lumma stealers actively spread to Reddit users
Amazon disables option to store Echo voice recordings on your device
Amazon informed Echo users in the US that the “Do not send voice recordings” feature will stop working on March 28, 2025. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Amazon disables option to store Echo voice…
Warning over free online file converters that actually install malware
The FBI has warned about free file converters that are up to no good and can lead to ransomware and identity theft. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Warning over free online file converters that…
1 in 10 people do nothing to stay secure and private on vacation
Spring Break vacationers could open themselves up to online scams and cyberthreats this year, according to new research from Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 1 in 10 people do nothing to stay secure…
A week in security (March 10 – March 16)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 10 to March 16 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 10 – March 16)
Research on iOS apps shows widespread exposure of secrets
A shocking amount of iOS apps in Apple’s App Store contained hard-coded secrets. Secrets that could lead criminals to user data. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Research on iOS apps shows widespread exposure of…
Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re not comfortable, says Roblox CEO
To parents worried about their children’s presence on Roblox, the CEO said don’t let your kids be on Roblox. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re not comfortable,…
Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re worried, says Roblox CEO
To parents worried about their children’s presence on Roblox, the CEO said don’t let your kids be on Roblox. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Don’t let your kids on Roblox if you’re worried, says…
Update your iPhone now: Apple patches vulnerability used in “extremely sophisticated attacks”
Apple has patched a vulnerability in iOS and iPadOS that was under active exploitation in extremely sophisticated attacks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update your iPhone now: Apple patches vulnerability used in “extremely sophisticated…
The dark side of sports betting: How mirror sites help gambling scams thrive
Sports betting is a multi-billion-dollar industry, but behind the flashing lights and promises of easy money lies a hidden underworld of deception. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The dark side of sports betting: How…
Android devices track you before you even sign in
Google spies on Android device users, starting from even before they have logged in to their Google account. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android devices track you before you even sign in
X users report login troubles as Dark Storm claims cyberattack
In the early morning hours of March 10, thousands of users on X (formerly Twitter) began having trouble logging into the… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: X users report login troubles as Dark Storm…
How ads weirdly know your screen brightness, headphone jack use, and location, with Tim Shott (Lock and Code S06E05)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Tim Shott about his attempt to find his location data following a major data breach. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How ads weirdly…
Fake CAPTCHA websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
An increasing number of websites use a clipboard hijacker and instruct victims on how to infect their own machine. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake CAPTCHA websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
Fake Captcha websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
An increasing number of websites use a clipboard hijacker and instruct victims on how to infect their own machine. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake Captcha websites hijack your clipboard to install information stealers
A week in security (March 3 – March 9)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 3 to March 9 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (March 3 – March 9)
Malwarebytes Premium Security awarded “Product of the Year” from AVLab
Malwarebytes Premium Security has once again been awarded “Product of the Year” after successfully blocking 100% of “in-the-wild” malware samples. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes Premium Security awarded “Product of the Year” from…
Reddit will start warning users that upvote violent content
Reddit administratrion announced that the platformwill start sending warnings to users that upvote violent content. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Reddit will start warning users that upvote violent content
Android botnet BadBox largely disrupted
Removing 24 malicious apps from the Google Play store and silencing some servers has almost halved the BadBox botnet. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android botnet BadBox largely disrupted
Ransomware threat mailed in letters to business owners
CEOs and business owners received personal, customized ransomware threats in a series of letters sent in the mail through USPS. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Ransomware threat mailed in letters to business owners
I spoke to a task scammer. Here’s how it went
Task scams are increasing in volume. We followed up on an invitation by a task scammer to get a first hand look on how they work. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: I spoke to…
Android zero-day vulnerabilities actively abused. Update as soon as you can
Android’s March 2025 security update includes two zero-days which are under active exploitation in targeted attacks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android zero-day vulnerabilities actively abused. Update as soon as you can
PayPal scam abuses Docusign API to spread phishy emails
Phishers are once again using the Docusign API to send out fake documents, this time looking as if they come from PayPal. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PayPal scam abuses Docusign API to spread…
TikTok: Major investigation launched into platform’s use of children’s data
The UK’s ICO has started an investgation into how TikTok and other platforms assess age information and compliance with the children’s code for online privacy. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: TikTok: Major investigation launched…
A week in security (February 24 – March 2)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 24 to March 2 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 24 – March 2)
Millions of stalkerware users exposed again
Three more stalkerware apps have been found to leak data of both victims and customers alike: Spyzie, Cocospy, and Spyic This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Millions of stalkerware users exposed again
PayPal’s “no-code checkout” abused by scammers
Malicious Google ads are redirecting PayPal users looking for assistance to fraudulent pay links embedding scammers’ phone numbers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PayPal’s “no-code checkout” abused by scammers
Countries and companies are fighting at the expense of our data privacy
While countries and companies are fighting over access to encrypted files and chats, our data privacy may get crushed. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Countries and companies are fighting at the expense of our…
Android happy to check your nudes before you forward them
The Android app SafetyCore was silently installed and looks at incoming and outgoing pictures to check their decency. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Android happy to check your nudes before you forward them
Roblox called “real-life nightmare for children” as Roblox and Discord sued
Last week it was reported that a lawsuit has been initiated against gaming giant Roblox and leading messaging platform Discord. The court… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Roblox called “real-life nightmare for children” as Roblox…
Background check provider data breach affects 3 million people who may not have heard of the company
Background check provider DISA has disclosed a major data breach which may have affected over 3 million people. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Background check provider data breach affects 3 million people who may…
Predatory app downloaded 100,000 times from Google Play Store steals data, uses it for blackmail
The stolen information included listed contacts, call logs, text messages, photos, and the device’s location. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Predatory app downloaded 100,000 times from Google Play Store steals data, uses it for…
Surveillance pricing is “evil and sinister,” explains Justin Kloczko (Lock and Code S06E04)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast… Insurance pricing in America makes a lot of sense so long as you’re… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Surveillance pricing is “evil and sinister,” explains Justin…
A week in security (February 17 – February 23)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 17 to February 23 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 17 – February 23)
Healthcare security lapses keep piling up
Healthcare security is failing patients time and again. This week DM Clinical Research and Helath Net Federal Services take the spotlight This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Healthcare security lapses keep piling up
SecTopRAT bundled in Chrome installer distributed via Google Ads
Beware before downloading Google Chrome from a Google search, you might get more than you expected. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: SecTopRAT bundled in Chrome installer distributed via Google Ads
Google Docs used by infostealer ACRStealer as part of attack
An infostealer known as ACRStealer is using legitimate platforms like Google Docs and Steam as part of an attack. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google Docs used by infostealer ACRStealer as part of attack
DeepSeek found to be sharing user data with TikTok parent company ByteDance
South Korea says it’s uncovered evidence that DeepSeek has secretly been sharing data with ByteDance, the parent company of popular social media app TikTok. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: DeepSeek found to be sharing…
Protected: zQA Content Editing Styles
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Protected: zQA Content Editing Styles
Malwarebytes introduces native ARM support for Windows devices
Malwarebytes now protects ARM-based Windows devices, such as Microsoft’s Surface Pro X and Lenovo’s Yoga laptops. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes introduces native ARM support for Windows devices
Google now allows digital fingerprinting of its users
Google is allowing its advertizing customers to fingerprint website visitors. Can you stop it? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google now allows digital fingerprinting of its users
Macs targeted by info stealers in new era of cyberthreats
Info stealers are thriving on Mac, with one specific variant accounting for 70% of all info stealer detections at the end of 2024. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Macs targeted by info stealers in…
Hard drives containing sensitive medical data found in flea market
A flea market buyer found medical information about hundreds of patients on second hand decommissioned hard drives. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hard drives containing sensitive medical data found in flea market
A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 10 to February 16 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
12 Million Zacks accounts leaked by cybercriminal
A cybercriminal stole a reported 12 million data records on Zacks’ customers and clients. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 12 Million Zacks accounts leaked by cybercriminal
How AI was used in an advanced phishing campaign targeting Gmail users
Scammers are once again using AI to take over Gmail accounts. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How AI was used in an advanced phishing campaign targeting Gmail users
Fake Etsy invoice scam tricks sellers into sharing credit card information
Etsy sellers are being targeted by scammers that use a legitimate Etsy domain to host their dodgy PDFs. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake Etsy invoice scam tricks sellers into sharing credit card information
Gambling firms are secretly sharing your data with Facebook
Gambling companies are sharing their users’ data with Meta for marketing and tracking purposes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Gambling firms are secretly sharing your data with Facebook
Phishing evolves beyond email to become latest Android app threat
Android phishing apps are the latest, critical threat for Android users, putting their passwords in danger of new, sneaky tricks of theft. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Phishing evolves beyond email to become latest…
Apple fixes zero-day vulnerability used in “extremely sophisticated attack”
Apple has released an out-of-band security update for a vulnerability which it says may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals.” This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple fixes zero-day…
Apple ordered to grant access to users’ encrypted data
The UK has demanded Apple provides it with a worldwide backdoor into iCloud backups. Privacy organizations are furious. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple ordered to grant access to users’ encrypted data
A suicide reveals the lonely side of AI chatbots, with Courtney Brown (Lock and Code S06E03)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Courtney Brown about whether an AI chatbot can be blamed for a teenager’s suicide. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A suicide reveals the…
A week in security (February 3 – February 9)
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Last week on ThreatDown: Stay safe! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 3 – February 9)
20 Million OpenAI accounts offered for sale
A cybercriminal calling themselves emirking is offering 20 million OpenAI accounts for sale on a Dark Web forum This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 20 Million OpenAI accounts offered for sale
New scams could abuse brief USPS suspension of inbound packages from China, Hong Kong
News about USPS suspending shipments from China and Hong Kong may give scammers some ideas to defraud consumers This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: New scams could abuse brief USPS suspension of inbound packages from…
University site cloned to evade ad detection distributes fake Cisco installer
Malvertisers got inspired by the website for a German university to bypass ad security and distribute malware. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: University site cloned to evade ad detection distributes fake Cisco installer
Small business owners, secure your web shop
Web shops are an attractive target. How can SMBs keep theirs safe? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Small business owners, secure your web shop
New AI “agents” could hold people for ransom in 2025
“Agentic” AI could arrive in 2025, and it may allow hackers to send individual, AI-powered agents to do their dirty work. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: New AI “agents” could hold people for ransom…
Valley News Live exposed more than a million job seeker’s resumes
Valley News Live exposed more than a million job seeker’s resumes through an open AWS S3 bucket This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Valley News Live exposed more than a million job seeker’s resumes
WhatsApp says Paragon is spying on specific users
WhatsApp has accused professional spyware company Paragon of spying on a select group of users. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: WhatsApp says Paragon is spying on specific users
A week in security (January 27 – February 2)
A list of topics we covered in the week of January 27 to February 2 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 27 – February 2)
ClickFix vs. traditional download in new DarkGate campaign
Social engineering methods are being put to the test to distribute malware. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ClickFix vs. traditional download in new DarkGate campaign
Cybercrime gets a few punches on the nose
Law enforcement took down several cybercrime forums that sold tools and data to other cybercriminals This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Cybercrime gets a few punches on the nose
Microsoft advertisers phished via malicious Google ads
Just days after we uncovered a campaign targeting Google Ads accounts, a similar attack has surfaced, this time aimed at Microsoft… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft advertisers phished via malicious Google ads
The DeepSeek controversy: Authorities ask where does the data come from and how safe is it?
The sudden rise of DeepSeek has raised questions of data origin, data destination, and the security of the new AI model. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The DeepSeek controversy: Authorities ask where does the…
The DeepSeek controversy: Authorities ask where the data comes from and where it goes
Authorities and users are asking questions about the new AI model DeepSeek. Where did the data come from and how safe is it? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The DeepSeek controversy: Authorities ask where…
These are the 10 worst PIN codes
Data analysis has shown which 4-digit pin codes offer the best chances for an attacker. Are you using one of them? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: These are the 10 worst PIN codes
Apple users: Update your devices now to patch zero-day vulnerability
Apple has released a host of security updates for iOS, iPadOS, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Update as soon as you can. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple users: Update your devices now…
UnitedHealth almost doubles victim numbers from massive Change Healthcare data breach
UnitedHealth now estimates that 190 million people were affected by the massive Change Healthcare data breach nearly a year ago. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: UnitedHealth almost doubles victim numbers from massive Change Healthcare…
A week in security (January 20 – January 26)
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Last week on ThreatDown: Stay safe! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 20 – January 26)
Three privacy rules for 2025 (Lock and Code S06E02)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, host David Ruiz shares three privacy rules for 2025, and they’re all about taking back control. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Three privacy rules for 2025…
Texas scrutinizes four more car manufacturers on privacy issues
The Texas Attorney General has requested information of four more car manufacturers about their data handling. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Texas scrutinizes four more car manufacturers on privacy issues
Warning: Don’t sell or buy a second hand iPhone with TikTok already installed
iPhones are being offered for sale with TikTok installed after the US ban caused the app to disappear from the app stores. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Warning: Don’t sell or buy a second…
7-Zip bug could allow a bypass of a Windows security feature. Update now
A vulnerability in 7-Zip that could allow attackers to bypass the MotW security feature in Windows has been patched. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 7-Zip bug could allow a bypass of a Windows security…
AI tool GeoSpy analyzes images and identifies locations in seconds
Forget OSINT, AI-supported tool GeoSpy can determine a person’s location based on their surroundings in a picture. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI tool GeoSpy analyzes images and identifies locations in seconds
Your location or browsing habits could lead to price increases when buying online
Companies are showing customers different prices for the same goods and services based what data they have on them, including details like their precise location or browser history. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Your…
A week in security (January 13 – January 19)
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Last week on ThreatDown: Stay safe! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 13 – January 19)
WhatsApp spear phishing campaign uses QR codes to add device
A cybercriminal campaign linked to Russia is deploying QR codes to access the WhatsApp accounts of high-profile targets like journalists, members… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: WhatsApp spear phishing campaign uses QR codes to…
Avery had credit card skimmer stuck on its site for months
Avery has confirmed its website was compromised by a credit card skimmer that potentially affected over 60,000 customers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Avery had credit card skimmer stuck on its site for months
PlugX malware deleted from thousands of systems by FBI
The FBI has announced it’s deleted PlugX malware from approximately 4,258 US-based computers and networks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PlugX malware deleted from thousands of systems by FBI
The great Google Ads heist: criminals ransack advertiser accounts via fake Google ads
An ongoing malvertising campaign steals Google advertiser accounts via fraudulent ads for Google Ads itself. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The great Google Ads heist: criminals ransack advertiser accounts via fake Google ads
Insurance company accused of using secret software to illegally collect and sell location data on millions of Americans
An insurance company is accused of unlawfully collecting, using, and selling location data from millions of people’s cell phones. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Insurance company accused of using secret software to illegally collect…
The new rules for AI and encrypted messaging, with Mallory Knodel (Lock and Code S06E01)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Mallory Knodel about whether AI assistants are compatible with encrypted messaging apps. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The new rules for AI and…
iMessage text gets recipient to disable phishing protection so they can be phished
Smishing messages that come with instructions to bypass iMessage’s protection against links are on the rise This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: iMessage text gets recipient to disable phishing protection so they can be phished
A week in security (January 6 – January 12)
A list of topics we covered in the week of January 6 to January 12 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 6 – January 12)
BayMark Health Services sends breach notifications after ransomware attack
BayMark Health Services, Inc. notified an unknown number of patients that attackers stole their personal and health information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: BayMark Health Services sends breach notifications after ransomware attack
Google Chrome AI extensions deliver info-stealing malware in broad attack
At least 36 Google Chrome extensions for AI and VPN tools have begun delivering info-stealing malware in a widespread attack. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google Chrome AI extensions deliver info-stealing malware in broad…
Massive breach at location data seller: “Millions” of users affected
Data broker Gravy Analytics that collects location data and sells it to the US government has been breached. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Massive breach at location data seller: “Millions” of users affected
GroupGreeting e-card site attacked in “zqxq” campaign
This article was researched and written by Stefan Dasic, manager, research and response for ThreatDown, powered by Malwarebytes Malwarebytes recently uncovered… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: GroupGreeting e-card site attacked in “zqxq” campaign
US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices is coming
The White House has launched the Cyber Trust Mark to assist consumers in their quest to buy cybersecure internet connected devices. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices…
AI-supported spear phishing fools more than 50% of targets
AI-supported spear phishing emails tricked 54% of users in a controlled study that compared AI and human cybercriminal success rates. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI-supported spear phishing fools more than 50% of targets