Cyber ​​Security Threat: Banking Information Leaked from 24 Million Devices!

There are worrying developments in the world of cybersecurity. According to the latest report published by Kaspersky, 26 million devices were infected with malware known as "infostealer" in 2023 and 2024. This software caused millions of people to become victims by stealing users' bank card numbers, passwords and other sensitive data.
 
 
Bank Card Details Leaked on Dark Web
According to Kaspersky’s estimates, 2.3 million bank card numbers have been leaked to the Dark Web in the recent period. The report states that one in 14 infostealer infections results in attackers stealing bank card data. While only 1 percent of bank cards issued globally have been leaked on the dark web, it says 95 percent of the leaked card numbers are “technically valid.”
 
Credentials and Passwords Are Also at Risk
Malware can steal not only bank card information but also users' credentials and passwords. This stolen data is spread on the dark web with cookies. Victims face a great danger without realizing that this software has infected their phones, tablets or computers.
 
How Does Malware Spread?
Information-stealing software is often disguised as legitimate software. Kaspersky’s report cites common examples such as game cheats. Once downloaded by users, these software can spread to other devices via phishing links, malicious email attachments and infected websites.
 
How Can We Protect Ourselves?
If you are a victim of stealer software, Kaspersky recommends monitoring your bank accounts and notifications, re-issue your bank card, change your passwords and enable two-factor authentication. You should also be wary of phishing attacks, fake messages and phone calls, perform security scans on your devices and remove any malware detected.
 
 
 
Source: CUMHA - CUMHURS NEWS AGENCY