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McAfee Labs Threats Report: April 2021

In this edition, we present new findings in our traditional threat statistical categories – as well as our usual malware, sectors, and vectors – imparted in a new, enhanced digital presentation that’s more easily consumed and interpreted.

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McAfee Labs

Overcoming Targeted Attacks: a New Approach

Successful targeted attacks bypass security controls and typically cause significant damage to an enterprise. Damages may include reputation, monetary, and...

Internet Security

Over 10 Million Facebook Users Hacked in Ongoing Phishing Scam

In this digital age, communicating online and through our devices has become the norm. From sharing highlights of last night’s...

Internet Security

OurMine Takes to Twitter, Hacking Netflix and Marvel Accounts

Another day, another OurMine hack. At least that’s been the notion of the past year, many of us in the...

Internet Security

OurMine is at it Again! How They Broke in to MineCraft Accounts

  Gamers are one of the largest communities on the internet. YouTube’s most subscribed channel caters to players, 100 million...

Internet Security Privacy & Identity Protection

OurMine Claims to Have Breached Sony’s PlayStation Network and Stolen Information

Most security companies advertise their services online, hoping to attract customers with an honest promise of their abilities. OurMine, on...

Internet Security How To Guides and Tutorials

Our Findings on the Role of Security in the World of Gaming

Playing video games has become a popular pastime for children of all ages (even for some adults too), as the...

McAfee Labs

Our Experiences Participating in Microsoft’s Azure Sphere Bounty Program

From June to August, part of the McAfee Advanced Threat Research (ATR) team participated in Microsoft’s Azure Sphere Research Challenge.  Our research resulted...

Internet Security

Organized Cybercrime: The Big Business Behind Hacks and Attacks

There’s a person behind every cybercrime. That’s easy to lose sight of. After all, cybercrime can feel a little anonymous,...

McAfee Labs

Organizations Leave Backdoors Open to Cheap Remote Desktop Protocol Attacks

While researching underground hacker marketplaces, the McAfee Advanced Threat Research team has discovered that access linked to security and building automation systems of a major international airport could be bought for only US$10.

McAfee Labs

Operation North Star: Summary Of Our Latest Analysis

McAfee’s Advanced Threat Research (ATR) today released research that uncovers previously undiscovered information on how Operation North Star evaluated its...

McAfee Labs

Operation North Star: Behind The Scenes

Executive Summary It is rare to be provided an inside view on how major cyber espionage campaigns are conducted within...

McAfee Labs

Operation High Roller Raises Financial Fraud Stakes

Earlier today Guardian Analytics and McAfee released the joint report “Dissecting Operation High Roller,” which describes a new breed of...

McAfee Labs

Operation Dragonfly Imperils Industrial Protocol

Recent headlines (here and here) may have struck fear into those living near major energy installations due to references about...

McAfee Labs

Operation Dragonfly Analysis Suggests Links to Earlier Attacks

On September 6, Symantec published details of the Dragonfly campaign, which targeted dozens of energy companies throughout 2017. This attack...

McAfee Labs

Operation Diànxùn: Cyberespionage Campaign Targeting Telecommunication Companies

In this report the McAfee Advanced Threat Research (ATR) Strategic Intelligence team details an espionage campaign, targeting telecommunication companies, dubbed...

McAfee Labs

Operation (노스 스타) North Star A Job Offer That’s Too Good to be True?

Executive Summary We are in the midst of an economic slump [1], with more candidates than there are jobs, something...

Internet Security Privacy & Identity Protection

Open Sesame: Hotel Rooms at Risk of Serious Room Key Hack

No one is a big fan of intruders, let alone being disturbed while you’re on vacation. This is a potential...

Mobile Security

Open Backdoors and Voice Assistant Attacks: Key Takeaways from 2019’s Mobile Threat Report

These days, we seem to have a newfound reliance on all things ‘smart.’ We give these devices the keys to...

Family Safety

Online Shopping: The Dos and Don’ts

Internet shopping has become an integral part of our daily lives, providing convenience, variety, and easy price comparisons. However, with this convenience comes potential risks. This article explores the dos and don’ts of online shopping to help you navigate this virtual marketplace safely and effectively.

Internet Security How To Guides and Tutorials

Online shopping scams – 7 ways to fight them 

 Be wary of online shopping scams – 7 ways to fight them    While some of us may be quite skilled at finding miscellaneous gadgets and...

Internet Security How To Guides and Tutorials

Online Shopping Festivals – Things to Do Before Clicking on Add to Cart

Online sales are a huge rage these days! E-commerce firms are competing with each other to offer consumers the best...

Internet Security How To Guides and Tutorials

Online Scam Awareness: Staying Safer in Uncertain Times

Online Scam Awareness: Staying Safer in Uncertain Times As we adjust to a changed world, bad actors are also changing...

Family Safety

Online Safety for Seniors

Just like how we guide our children to understand and safely navigate the Internet, it is equally important to educate our elderly loved ones about the risks and best practices for using the Internet. By being proactive and involving them in our digital lives, we can help to ensure their ...

Family Safety

Online Safety for Kids – The App Your Kids are Using Now: Snapchat

The #1 question asked by parents when I present for McAfee’s Online Safety for Kids program, is “Where do I...

Internet Security

Online Job Scams – TikTokers Tell Their Stories, with a Warning

We reported earlier this year, a fresh rash of online job scams continue to rope in plenty of victims. Now,...

Family Safety

Online Forums and Chronic Illness

Life can sometimes deal us a tough set of cards. Dealing with a chronic illness is no exception. The Australian...

McAfee Labs

OneDrive Phishing Awareness

There are number of ways scammers use to target personal information and, currently, one example is, they are taking advantage...

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