Cashing in on Digital Information: An Onslaught of Online Banking Malware and Ransomware

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Cashing in on Digital Information: An Onslaught of Online Banking Malware and Ransomware

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CYBERCRIME AND THE CYBERCRIMINAL UNDERGROUND


Malware that went straight for victims’ money not only rose in number; they also targeted users in more regions.

MOBILE

Mobile threats grew both in terms of volume and sophistication, made possible by the PC-to mobile shift.

TARGETED ATTACK CAMPAIGNS AND CYBER ATTACKS

Targeted attacks showed no signs of abating though they no longer gained as much attention.

EXPLOITS AND VULNERABILITIES

Java exploits highlighted the known problem of using old, unsupported software versions.

DIGITAL LIFE SECURITY ISSUES

Although digital life and privacy threats, especially concerning social media, “personal cloud,” and online account use, remained constant, the discovery and eventual ebb of state-sponsored monitoring into mainstream awareness may pose further risks to user data.

Tags: CyberCrime, #CyberCriminal, #Malware, #CyberAttacks, #CryptoLocker