Today’s Fraud News from around the world:
Fileless Malware Injected in Windows Error Reporting Service: Sample of phishing email a hacking group is using to spread fileless malware (Source: Malwarebytes) Malwarebytes researchers have spotted a fresh attack tactic that involves threat actors directly …: “Phishing” – BingNews
US brokerage firms warned of widespread survey phishing attacks: The U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has issued a notice warning member brokerage firms of widespread phishing attacks using surveys to harvest information.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Cybersecurity Breaches in 2020: Breaches may lead to theft of sensitive data, corruption or sabotage of data or IT systems, or actions intended to deface websites or damage reputation. Some countries have laws exposing the companies …: “Phishing” – BingNews
‘Mercenary’ hacker group runs rampant in Middle East, cybersecurity research shows: The report on the group, known publicly as Bahamut, the name assigned to the mythical sea monster of Arab lore, highlights how cybersecurity researchers are increasingly finding evidence of …: “Phishing” – BingNews
Phishing attack spoofs IRS COVID-19 relief to steal personal data: The phishing page tries to obtain email credentials, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and tax numbers, says Armorblox.: “Phishing” – BingNews
BlackBerry Uncovers Massive Hack-For-Hire Group Targeting Governments, Businesses, Human Rights Groups and Influential Individuals: BlackBerry Limited today released new research highlighting the true reach and sophistication of one of the most elusive, patient, and effective publicly known threat actors BAHAMUT. In the report, …: “Phishing” – BingNews
ThreatQuotient Listed in Gartner’s 2020 Market Guide for Security Orchestration, Automation and Response Solutions: ThreatQuotient Listed in Gartner’s 2020 Market Guide for Security Orchestration, Automation and Response Solutions.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Are Your Corporate Networks Ready for An Impending ‘Return to Work’ Cyber Attack?: As employees rejoin the network, cyber risks are heightened. Why it’s important to have essential security measures in place before it’s too late. By Stephen Burke, Cyber Risk Aware CEO & Founder As …: “Phishing” – BingNews
PoetRAT Resurfaces in Attacks in Azerbaijan Amid Escalating Conflict: Spear-phishing attacks targeting VIPs and others show key malware changes and are likely linked to the current conflict with Armenia.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Greek Banks warn of new dangerous online “phishing” scams against consumers: The banks say consumers should not respond to callers posing as IT technical support experts and refrain from installing remote software …: “Phishing” – BingNews
Fraud Prevention Tip: Common Sense and Awareness – Awareness and using common sense is essential for the online vendor, you need to keep an eye out for anything that is out of the ordinary and if something triggers your intuition into thinking something doesn’t seem right. Give it attention don’t just mark it off as undue suspicion instead do a thorough check.