In the 142nd edition of Internet Security Week , the world's simplest digital attack, the danger of software coming from YouTube links, 4 signs that your company has received a phishing email, Brazil is experiencing an increase in cyberattacks, and much more.
News
Malware redirects 15,000 sites in malicious SEO campaign
More than 15,000 WordPress-based sites and sites operating with other publishers have been redirected to spammy Q&A pages, according to website security firm Sucuri.
In CISO Advisor
Microsoft fixes six security bugs that were already being exploited
A patch was recently released to fix 22 security issues found in the operating system, which, according to reports, were already being actively exploited by cybercriminals.
By Jessica Lyons Hardcastle in The Register
The world's simplest digital attack is among the top threats of October
Every month, several companies publish reports on the main digital attacks during the period. And the October list from cybersecurity firm ISH Tecnologia draws attention due to the high incidence of what can be considered the "world's simplest digital attack," since it essentially doesn't even involve any hacking techniques.
By Claudio Yuge on Canaltech
Never download software from YouTube links
Seriously, don't do this. A Kaspersky study on malware spread in China shows why it's always a bad idea.
By Enoch Root on Kaspersky Daily
UFPR website is target of cyber attack
Last week, the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR) reported that its website had been attacked by cybercriminals. The institution posted the information on its Twitter account and stated that some of its official website pages had been compromised.
By Francisco Camurça in We Live Security
4 Signs Your Business Has Received a Phishing Email
Originating from the English term "fishing," phishing is a type of cyberattack in which data is stolen or information is diverted through traps or sent via social media, phone, or fake websites. Phishing emails often appear disguised as a trusted company or someone close to the victim.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Instagram star gets 11 years in prison for email scam
An international scammer and Instagram star who schemed to launder more than $300 million over 18 months has been arrested – and he must pay more than $1.7 million to his victims.
By Brandon Vigliarolo in The Register
Alert for Venus ransomware targeting healthcare organizations
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) warned today that Venus ransomware attacks are also targeting healthcare organizations.
By Sergiu Gatlan at Bleeping Computer
Malware platform has 18 new servers every month
The operators of the SocGholish malware framework have expanded their infrastructure by 334% in the last four months, making them virtually invulnerable to security systems. This information is contained in a report published yesterday by Sentinel Labs.
In CISO Advisor
Brazil experiences a 37% increase in cyberattacks in the 3rd quarter of 2022
According to research by cybersecurity solutions provider Check Point Software, Brazil saw a 37% increase in the number of cyberattacks, compared to the same period last year.
By Claudio Yuge on Canaltech
Symptoms that indicate one of your devices is under attack
Check out the signs that may indicate that a device is infected or being attacked by a hacker.
By Hugh Aver in Kaspersky Daily
For Businesses: Is Phishing Training Important?
But how does this training work in practice? To help you better understand this topic, we've created this exclusive material.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Podcast
SegInfocast #85 – EXIN: developing cybersecurity skills (ISO 27001, DPO, Ethical Hacking)
- In this episode of SegInfocast, Luiz Felipe Ferreira welcomes Milena Andrade, who will tell us all about one of the world's largest certification bodies, EXIN.
- Available on Soundcloud
- Free
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