Goldoson Android Malware Infects Over 100 Million Google Play Store Downloads

Goldoson Android Malware Infects Over 100 Million Google Play Store Downloads,

A new Android malware strain named Goldoson has been detected in the official Google Play Store spanning more than 60 legitimate apps that collectively have over 100 million downloads.
An additional eight million installations have been tracked through ONE store, a leading third-party app storefront in South Korea.
The rogue component is part of a third-party software library used by the apps in

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A new Android malware strain named Goldoson has been detected in the official Google Play Store spanning more than 60 legitimate apps that collectively have over 100 million downloads.
An additional eight million installations have been tracked through ONE store, a leading third-party app storefront in South Korea.
The rogue component is part of a third-party software library used by the apps in

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/goldoson-android-malware-infects-over.html

DFIR via XDR: How to expedite your investigations with a DFIRent approach

DFIR via XDR: How to expedite your investigations with a DFIRent approach,

Rapid technological evolution requires security that is resilient, up to date and adaptable.
In this article, we will cover the transformation in the field of DFIR (digital forensics and incident response) in the last couple years, focusing on the digital forensics’ aspect and how XDR fits into the picture.
Before we dive into the details, let’s first break down the main components of DFIR and

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Rapid technological evolution requires security that is resilient, up to date and adaptable.
In this article, we will cover the transformation in the field of DFIR (digital forensics and incident response) in the last couple years, focusing on the digital forensics’ aspect and how XDR fits into the picture.
Before we dive into the details, let’s first break down the main components of DFIR and

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/dfir-via-xdr-how-to-expedite-your.html

Iranian Hackers Using SimpleHelp Remote Support Software for Persistent Access

Iranian Hackers Using SimpleHelp Remote Support Software for Persistent Access,

The Iranian threat actor known as MuddyWater is continuing its time-tested tradition of relying on legitimate remote administration tools to commandeer targeted systems.
While the nation-state group has previously employed ScreenConnect, RemoteUtilities, and Syncro, a new analysis from Group-IB has revealed the adversary’s use of the SimpleHelp remote support software in June 2022.
MuddyWater,

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The Iranian threat actor known as MuddyWater is continuing its time-tested tradition of relying on legitimate remote administration tools to commandeer targeted systems.
While the nation-state group has previously employed ScreenConnect, RemoteUtilities, and Syncro, a new analysis from Group-IB has revealed the adversary’s use of the SimpleHelp remote support software in June 2022.
MuddyWater,

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/iranian-hackers-using-simplehelp-remote.html

LockBit Ransomware Now Targeting Apple macOS Devices

LockBit Ransomware Now Targeting Apple macOS Devices,

Threat actors behind the LockBit ransomware operation have developed new artifacts that can encrypt files on devices running Apple’s macOS operating system.
The development, which was reported by the MalwareHunterTeam over the weekend, appears to be the first time a big-game ransomware crew has created a macOS-based payload.
Additional samples identified by vx-underground show that the macOS

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Threat actors behind the LockBit ransomware operation have developed new artifacts that can encrypt files on devices running Apple’s macOS operating system.
The development, which was reported by the MalwareHunterTeam over the weekend, appears to be the first time a big-game ransomware crew has created a macOS-based payload.
Additional samples identified by vx-underground show that the macOS

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/lockbit-ransomware-now-targeting-apple.html

Israeli Spyware Vendor QuaDream to Shut Down Following Citizen Lab and Microsoft Expose

Israeli Spyware Vendor QuaDream to Shut Down Following Citizen Lab and Microsoft Expose,

Israeli spyware vendor QuaDream is allegedly shutting down its operations in the coming days, less than a week after its hacking toolset was exposed by Citizen Lab and Microsoft.
The development was reported by the Israeli business newspaper Calcalist, citing unnamed sources, adding the company « hasn’t been fully active for a while » and that it « has been in a difficult situation for several

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Israeli spyware vendor QuaDream is allegedly shutting down its operations in the coming days, less than a week after its hacking toolset was exposed by Citizen Lab and Microsoft.
The development was reported by the Israeli business newspaper Calcalist, citing unnamed sources, adding the company « hasn’t been fully active for a while » and that it « has been in a difficult situation for several

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/israeli-spyware-vendor-quadream-to-shut.html

New QBot Banking Trojan Campaign Hijacks Business Emails to Spread Malware

New QBot Banking Trojan Campaign Hijacks Business Emails to Spread Malware,

A new QBot malware campaign is leveraging hijacked business correspondence to trick unsuspecting victims into installing the malware, new findings from Kaspersky reveal.
The latest activity, which commenced on April 4, 2023, has primarily targeted users in Germany, Argentina, Italy, Algeria, Spain, the U.S., Russia, France, the U.K., and Morocco.
QBot (aka Qakbot or Pinkslipbot) is a banking

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A new QBot malware campaign is leveraging hijacked business correspondence to trick unsuspecting victims into installing the malware, new findings from Kaspersky reveal.
The latest activity, which commenced on April 4, 2023, has primarily targeted users in Germany, Argentina, Italy, Algeria, Spain, the U.S., Russia, France, the U.K., and Morocco.
QBot (aka Qakbot or Pinkslipbot) is a banking

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/new-qbot-banking-trojan-campaign.html

FIN7 and Ex-Conti Cybercrime Gangs Join Forces in Domino Malware Attacks

FIN7 and Ex-Conti Cybercrime Gangs Join Forces in Domino Malware Attacks,

A new strain of malware developed by threat actors likely affiliated with the FIN7 cybercrime group has been put to use by the members of the now-defunct Conti ransomware gang, indicating collaboration between the two crews.
The malware, dubbed Domino, is primarily designed to facilitate follow-on exploitation on compromised systems, including delivering a lesser-known information stealer that

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A new strain of malware developed by threat actors likely affiliated with the FIN7 cybercrime group has been put to use by the members of the now-defunct Conti ransomware gang, indicating collaboration between the two crews.
The malware, dubbed Domino, is primarily designed to facilitate follow-on exploitation on compromised systems, including delivering a lesser-known information stealer that

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/fin7-and-ex-conti-cybercrime-gangs-join.html

What’s the Difference Between CSPM & SSPM?

What’s the Difference Between CSPM & SSPM?

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Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) are frequently confused. The similarity of the acronyms notwithstanding, both security solutions focus on securing data in the cloud. In a world where the terms cloud and SaaS are used interchangeably, this confusion is understandable.
This confusion, though, is dangerous to organizations that need to secure

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Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) are frequently confused. The similarity of the acronyms notwithstanding, both security solutions focus on securing data in the cloud. In a world where the terms cloud and SaaS are used interchangeably, this confusion is understandable.
This confusion, though, is dangerous to organizations that need to secure

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/whats-difference-between-cspm-sspm.html

Google Uncovers APT41’s Use of Open Source GC2 Tool to Target Media and Job Sites

Google Uncovers APT41’s Use of Open Source GC2 Tool to Target Media and Job Sites

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A Chinese nation-state group targeted an unnamed Taiwanese media organization to deliver an open source red teaming tool known as Google Command and Control (GC2) amid broader abuse of Google’s infrastructure for malicious ends.
The tech giant’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) attributed the campaign to a threat actor it tracks under the geological and geographical-themed moniker HOODOO, which is

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A Chinese nation-state group targeted an unnamed Taiwanese media organization to deliver an open source red teaming tool known as Google Command and Control (GC2) amid broader abuse of Google’s infrastructure for malicious ends.
The tech giant’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) attributed the campaign to a threat actor it tracks under the geological and geographical-themed moniker HOODOO, which is

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/google-uncovers-apt41s-use-of-open.html

Tour of the Underground: Master the Art of Dark Web Intelligence Gathering

Tour of the Underground: Master the Art of Dark Web Intelligence Gathering,

The Deep, Dark Web – The Underground – is a haven for cybercriminals, teeming with tools and resources to launch attacks for financial gain, political motives, and other causes.
But did you know that the underground also offers a goldmine of threat intelligence and information that can be harnessed to bolster your cyber defense strategies? The challenge lies in continuously monitoring the right

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The Deep, Dark Web – The Underground – is a haven for cybercriminals, teeming with tools and resources to launch attacks for financial gain, political motives, and other causes.
But did you know that the underground also offers a goldmine of threat intelligence and information that can be harnessed to bolster your cyber defense strategies? The challenge lies in continuously monitoring the right

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https://thehackernews.com/2023/04/tour-of-underground-master-art-of-dark.html