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FBI warns: Fake file converters spread malware

31. März, 2025 - 08:25

More and more free file converters on the Internet are turning out to be treacherous traps. The FBI warns of manipulated online tools that not only convert files, but also smuggle malware or even ransomware onto victims’ computers. Converters for documents, music files and file mergers are particularly affected.

Targeted phishing campaigns

Medusa ransomware attacks escalating in 2025

28. März, 2025 - 09:45

Medusa ransomware has posed a growing threat to companies worldwide since the beginning of 2025. Check Point warns of the increasing activity of this hacker group.

New variants of SparrowDoor

New attacks from Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow

27. März, 2025 - 12:06

After a long period of dormancy, the Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow is active again. According to the IT security company ESET, the group has become increasingly dangerous and has deployed new, sophisticated espionage tools.

Cybercrime 2024

Banking malware: 3.6 times more attacks on mobile users

26. März, 2025 - 08:28

Cybercriminals have adapted their methods in 2024 and are increasingly targeting mobile devices and the cryptocurrency sector.

Thousands of TP-Link Archer routers as target

New IoT botnet “Ballista” attacks TP-Link routers

25. März, 2025 - 17:06

Security researchers from the threat research team at Cato Networks have identified a new threat: the IoT botnet “Ballista”. This malware exploits a serious vulnerability in TP-Link Archer routers to spread unhindered across the internet.

Hackers infiltrate over 330 malicious apps into Google Play

Stealth malware: Over 60 million Android users affected

22. März, 2025 - 10:52

Cyber criminals have managed to bypass Android’s security mechanisms and infect over 60 million users worldwide with malware. Experts from Bitdefender Labs discovered a large-scale malware campaign with over 330 infected apps.

Ransomware group develops brute force framework

Automated attacks: BlackBasta relies on “BRUTED”

20. März, 2025 - 10:24

The ransomware group BlackBasta has developed a powerful tool to automate brute force attacks on edge network devices such as firewalls and VPNs. The framework, called “BRUTED”, allows attackers to crack targeted credentials and scale ransomware attacks on vulnerable networks.

Nationwide cyber attack in the USA

Zero Day on Netflix: How realistic is the series?

12. März, 2025 - 10:04

The series Zero Day deals with the current cyber threat landscape and addresses the consequences of a large-scale cyberattack in the USA. For exactly one minute, electricity, mobile networks, server systems, traffic control systems, and air traffic control systems fail simultaneously across the entire country. The attack costs over

Cyber espionage on a new level

SideWinder now also attacks nuclear power plants

10. März, 2025 - 13:15

The notorious advanced persistent threat (APT) group SideWinder has refined its attack tactics and significantly expanded its geographical reach. According to recent analyses by Kaspersky, the group is now specifically targeting nuclear power plants and energy facilities.

Cybersecurity Alert

What is Spear Phishing and why are Businesses Prime Targets?

06. März, 2025 - 08:00

Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, and one of the most dangerous tactics they use against businesses is spear phishing. Unlike traditional phishing, which involves sending mass emails to random recipients, spear phishing is highly targeted.

FBI warns: Fake file converters spread malware

Medusa ransomware attacks escalating in 2025

New attacks from Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow

Banking malware: 3.6 times more attacks on mobile users

New IoT botnet “Ballista” attacks TP-Link routers

Stealth malware: Over 60 million Android users affected

Automated attacks: BlackBasta relies on “BRUTED”

Zero Day on Netflix: How realistic is the series?

SideWinder now also attacks nuclear power plants

What is Spear Phishing and why are Businesses Prime Targets?

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