Russians will face even more serious cyber threats in 2022

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In particular, users should be wary of targeted ransomware attacks. Moreover, the damage will increase, not limited to the demand for ransom for encrypted data. Phishing and other types of attacks using social engineering will also remain popular with cybercriminals. In addition, attempts to hack smart devices are expected to rise.

Experts warned that business will become the most obvious target for attackers. The main blow will fall on supply chains, which are a weak link in protection due to the large number of participants in the process – contractors, contractors and business partners.

In December, it was reported that the barriers in Russian courtyards turned out to be a source of cyber threats. A vulnerability has been found in the device management system of the private company AM Video, which leads to the leakage of personal data. According to analysts, the discovered error allowed anyone to gain access to any of the company’s facilities. To do this, it was necessary to log into a test account and select the identifier (ID) of cameras or barriers. The system provided access to all user data – names, addresses, phone numbers and car brands. Through the website, it was possible to block or open the entrance to the territory of the house, send notifications to residents on mobile phones and use their personal data.

Earlier it became known that 12 programs were found in the Google Play app store for Android devices that steal banking data from infected devices. Applications mimic document scanners and QR codes. After installing the application on the user’s device, the program itself decides whether to download the virus to the phone. If the decision is positive, then the malicious code gets to the victim through a fake request to update the program.