In issue #144 of Internet Security Week , we cover the leak of 8 million Brazilian phone numbers, 6 anti-phishing tools, internet dangers during the World Cup, Google winning a lawsuit, and much more.
News
WhatsApp | Phone numbers of eight million Brazilians leaked on the internet
The phone numbers of eight million Brazilians appear among a large volume of WhatsApp data, for sale on a cybercriminal forum containing information on 487 million people from 84 countries.
By Felipe Demartini on Canaltech
Interpol seizes US$130 million from cybercriminals worldwide
In a statement released on Thursday, the 24th, the international police agency said that those detained are suspected of being linked to cybercrime cases, such as scams, identity theft, fraudulent investments, and email phishing attempts.
In CISO Advisor
The fake financial regulators
Scammers are sending emails disguised as government agencies to obtain users' personal data and money.
By Olga Svistunova in Kaspersky Daily
6 essential tools to stay away from phishing attacks
Phishing attacks have long been a constant concern for users and businesses on the internet. For this reason, several tools have been developed and improved to ensure greater protection of data for individuals and corporate internet users.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Russian cyber gangs have stolen more than 50 million passwords this year
At least 34 distinct Russian cybercriminal groups are using malware to steal information, collectively stealing 50,350,000 account passwords from over 896,000 individual infections between January and July 2022. Email spoofing is the act of falsifying identities through messages using a fake sender. It is a common technique in phishing and spam attacks.
By Bill Toulas on Bleeping Computer
The World Cup is also a feast for cybercriminals
Anyone who follows the games knows how great it is to share the joy of watching the ball roll with colleagues, friends, or family, and with the proliferation of streaming services, it's possible to watch from any device, anywhere. But it's crucial to emphasize the importance of using legal platforms that won't compromise the security of your device and spoil the fun.
By Arthur Capella on Canaltech
Tips to avoid getting thrashed online
Most Brazilians (62%) are concerned about their online security. However, despite knowing the importance of this precaution, 40% of people in our country are still unaware of how their personal data is collected in the digital environment.
In Kaspersky Daily
Google wins lawsuit against operators of the Glupteba botnet
Google has won a lawsuit against two Russian citizens connected to the Glupteba botnet. Glupteba is a modular, blockchain-enabled malware that has targeted Windows devices worldwide since at least 2011, including the US, India, Brazil, and Southeast Asian countries.
In CISO Advisor
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