The new Trojan family, Fleckpe, is Kaspersky’s latest discovery that spreads via Google Play under the guise of photo editors, wallpaper packs and other apps. In fact, it subscribes the unwitting user to paid services.
CAISEC ’23 to begin in Cairo on June 12th
The second edition of the Cyber and Information Security Conference caisec ‘23 is set to take place at the Nile …
Denial, bargaining, acceptance: reactions to corporate data compromised on the Darknet
When detecting a cybersecurity incident related to corporate data compromised on the Dark web, whether it be sale of a database, infrastructure compromise or ransomware, the victim company was notified about this threat by Kaspersky team.
Attacks on 27% ICS computers in Middle East highlight need for secure-by-design approach to protect nuclear power plants
Industrial control systems (ICS) are used to run modern critical infrastructure, including energy stations and nuclear power plants. These objects …
Prices for creating deepfakes on the darkweb reach $20,000 per minute
According to the estimates by Kaspersky experts, prices per one minute of a deepfake video may range from $300 to $20,000.
A spike in demand: Prices for creating deepfakes on the darkweb reach $20,000 per minute
Deepfake creation tools and services can be found on darknet marketplaces. These services offer generative AI video creation for a …
Up to 3,000 tons of CO2 per year an environmental impact of crypto mining protection
In the wake of Earth Day 2023, Kaspersky reveals new data on the environmental impact of blocking crypto miners.
Evolution of Lazarus’ DeathNote cluster: from cryptocurrency attacks to the defence sector
Kaspersky discovered a Qbot malware spike targeting corporate users, spread via a malicious spam-email campaign.
Checkmate! How cybercriminals catch chess players in a gambit
Kaspersky cybersecurity experts have discovered that chess players have been targeted by a range of different attacks from cybercriminals spreading malicious or unwanted mobile programs 一 even on Google Play 一 and Trojans and ransomware disguised as chess applications.
Nokoyawa ransomware attacks with Windows zero-day
A cybercriminal group used an exploit developed for different versions and builds of Windows OS, including Windows 11, and attempted to deploy the Nokoyawa ransomware.
Cryptocurrency phishing grows by 40% in one year
Kaspersky’s anti-phishing systems have prevented 5 million cryptocurrency-related phishing attacks in 2022, increasing by 40% compared to the previous year.
New clipper malware steals US$400,000 in cryptocurrencies via fake Tor Browser
Before downloading any software, check for digital signatures to ensure that the software is authentic and has not been tampered with.
Safeguarding your digital life: why cyber immunity is essential in today’s world
Veronica Martin caught up with Maher Yamout, Senior Security Researcher at Kaspersky during GISEC 2023 to discuss the products and …
Cyberattacks on young gamers up 57% in 2022
Kaspersky’s latest report ‘The Dark Side of Kids’ Virtual Gaming Worlds explores the risks for young players in online gaming and analyses threats related to the most popular online games for 3-16-year-old kids.
Feature: WOMEN IN SECURITY
March is the month celebrating women and their achievements. On this occasion, we spotlight some of the leading lights in …
Every second user in the UAE feels responsible for protecting their gadgets
A new global survey conducted by Kaspersky “The smart home of almost everything: From the fridge to TV, how we’ll embrace the year of the virtual assistant in 2023”, explores the key digital habits, obstacles and smart home device usage.
200,000 new mobile banking Trojan installers discovered
To address growing concern, Kaspersky experts continuously monitor the mobile threat landscape, track threat trends, and keep users and the cybersecurity community informed about potential dangers.
Tap-to-pay, cybercriminals can now block contactless payments
Tap-to-pay, cybercriminals can now block contactless payments.
Cyber Immunity to be a key security theme across the region in 2023 and beyond
Cyber Immunity to be a key IT security theme across META region in 2023 and beyond.
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.