“Brokewell" the new Trojan disguised as a Chrome update that steals banking data
07/05/2024Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Trojan that poses a serious threat to Android device users, especially those who bank on their phones. The malware, known as "Brokewell", masquerades as a Google Chrome update, allowing cybercriminals to gain remote access to sensitive information. Overlay attacks The discovery was made by security firm ThreatFabric, which has been following the development of this mobile Trojan. According to their report, Brokewell uses overlay attacks to trick users. The technique involves creating a fake screen that is placed on top of a legitimate application, allowing attackers to capture users' access credentials without them realizing it. Additionally, malware can steal session cookies and send them to a command and control (C2) server, giving attackers greater control over the infected device.Once Brokewell manages to infiltrate a device, it can carry out a series of malicious actions, such as screen casting to capture keystrokes and data displayed in open applications. It can also spy on the device, collecting information such as call history, geolocation, and audio recordings. A trojan in constant evolution The threat is especially worrying because the Trojan is constantly evolving. According to ThreatFabric, the Brokewell Cyber Labs repository adds commands and functionality almost daily. The source code includes tools to bypass Android 13+ restrictions, allowing attackers to bypass the operating system's security measures and ultimately compromise the security of users.One clue to Brokewell's developer is the signature "Baron Samedit," which appears in the malware's source code and other places related to its promotion. This person or group is believed to have been active for at least two years, and is known to provide tools to check stolen accounts. Its presence in clandestine channels suggests that the Trojan could gain popularity among other cybercriminals, increasing its reach and the risk of attacks on clients of financial institutions. Malware with risk for the banking sector Cybersecurity experts warn that Brokewell poses a significant risk to the banking sector and that it is essential that Android users stay alert for suspicious updates and have appropriate security measures in place to prevent fraud and the loss of sensitive information.
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What can I do if my computer runs very slow?
22/05/2021If your computer is running slow, do not despair. The use of a computer like any other machine needs proper maintenance and the performance of our PC can be severely affected by the lack of attention to this task. But, don't worry, if you want your computer to work as it did on the first day, we explain how to get it back. Why is my computer so slow? Computer slowness can be due to hardware, software, connectivity and even tidiness and cleanliness problems! Every computer needs a minimum maintenance so these failures can be avoided and only if we pay this kind of attention we can ensure an always-optimal performance for our computer, prolong its life and work or enjoy our PC, without despairing. I have tried everything, but my computer is still very slow. What can I do? If your computer is slow and you have already tried the typical things like closing secondary tasks, disabling the automatic execution of programs, you have verified that you have free space on the hard disk and restarted the PC, and everything is still the same, it is clear that something is wrong with your machine and you should consider resorting to a professional computer repair service, so that they can fix it. You can search a thousand videos on the Internet, but... do you really know why your computer is slow? Why does your computer start up very slowly? Or why has your computer become slow after a while of working with it? Are you sure that what you want to do will not end up causing another error or, even worse, another more serious problem? Is it necessary to go to a professional Computer Repair Service to fix the slow computer problem? The answer is yes, if what we are looking for is to really fix the problem and prevent it from happening again. You can save a lot of time and money by using a professional computer repair service. The best computer repair services work with specialized technicians who have the necessary knowledge to make a quick and accurate diagnosis that will allow you to give your computer a new lease of life. In addition, professional computer repair services have the right tools and all the licensed software to be able to intervene. What will a Computer Repair Service do to speed up my slow PC? The first and foremost thing that a professional computer maintenance service can offer you is a maintenance plan for your computer, tailored to your needs. With this alone, you will most likely avoid many problems related to the performance of your machine, including speed problems, right from the start. They will be able to, among other things, repair or replace any part of your computer causing any problem, they will perform a deep search for viruses to eliminate them; and if necessary, they can clean the cooling system of your computer to remove internal dust, one of the most common causes of slow computer performance - dust accumulated in the internal fans can reduce their efficiency and cause overheating of the machine and its mechanical components -. Sometimes we think about replacing the machine when a simple repair and a good maintenance can bring our PC back to life. When was the last time you had your computer serviced?
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