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Ransomware is a particularly nasty form of malware because it seeks to exploit computer users’ fear that their privacy has been compromised. As more and more malware is reported and makes the headlines, more of us become concerned for the safety of our data, as well as our own privacy and even personal safety. Ransomware, like the “your camera is hacked” scam, plays on that by sending you a message telling you that the hackers have images taken from your webcam while you were surfing the web. Usually, the message claims you have been visiting porn sites and that the webcam took a video of you while you visited the sites.
*8 Things to Do Right Now if You’ve Been Hacked. Posted on October 26th, 2018 by Kirk McElhearn. You wake up in the morning and you read the news: Another major website or cloud service has been hacked. You yawn, make a cup of coffee, and then all of a sudden realize that you have an account there. Your email, photos, and personal data are now.
*MacOS’ GateKeeper feature safeguards your Mac and checks the apps you’re about to download. It approves apps that are already on the App Store or those whose code is signed by an authorized developer. To install anything else the GateKeeper doesn’t advise, you need to confirm the download. In macOS Catalina, Gatekeeper goes one step further.
It IS possible to hack into a Mac, and you have absolutely no basis on which to guarantee that any particular user has or hasn’t been hacked. Mikeo007 said: People using the term ’virus’ as a catch all for the more generic term ’Malware’ might be confused by this thread. Safari automatically keeps an eye out for any saved passwords that may have been involved in a data breach. Using advanced cryptographic techniques, Safari periodically checks a derivation of your passwords against an updated list of compromised credentials. If a breach is discovered, Safari helps you upgrade your existing passwords. I’ve been hacked on an iPhone 6+, 7, MacBook Air, and Retina. Far from funny if you’re being mocked by people that think they know it all.They took about 10K from online banking. I could see their activity looking at my browser history, etc. I could go on and on, but there’s no point.Can my Mac’s camera be hacked?
The short answer is yes. It is possible for malware running on your Mac to turn on the iSight camera and record video or still images and audio from the microphone, and send it to a storage location on the internet. As recently as 2016, a backdoor called Backdoor.OSX.Mokes, a Mac variant of a piece of malware that had already been found on Windows and Linux computers, was discovered. According to Kaspersky labs, the backdoor could steal data, including Screenshots, Audio-/Video-Captures, Office-Documents, and Keystrokes. There have been other instances of malware that has this capability.
As reported at “Objective by the Sea,” 2019 security conference, 20% of Macs are infected by PUPs — Potentially Unwanted Applications.What can I do to stop my camera from being hacked?
While some suggest using camera covers or lids to protect your privacy, we don’t recommend doing so. Closing your Mac with a cover over the camera may seriously damage the display. Lids can also cover the light sensor and prevent your Mac from automatically adjusting brightness. There are other safe methods to make sure you’re not being watched. We’ll explain them below.
Doesn’t a green light come on when the camera is in use?
Yes, it does. Apple assures that the camera indicator is always lit if the camera is activated. It means no one can use your camera without you knowing.
But there are additional security measures you can take to control access to your camera.Check what apps have access to your camera
If you think that your camera might be hacked, it’s a good idea to check what programs on your Mac are allowed to access it. You can easily check the current permissions with the help of the freshly-baked feature in CleanMyMac X. It’s called “Application Permissions,” and it allows you to stay in the know of your app permissions. If you’re running macOS Catalina, you can check what programs can access your camera, microphone, files, and folders in just a few clicks.
CleanMyMac X has a free trial version, so try it out and keep your data safe!I thought you said the “your computer has been hacked” thing is a scam?
It is. While it’s possible to steal video, audio, and photos from your webcam and microphone, and malware exists that can do it, that’s not what’s happening in this case. The porn blackmail scam that sends out email messages claiming your webcam has been hacked is designed to extract money from people who believe it may be true. Even people who have never visited a porn site become concerned when they receive the email. It’s easy for people who have visited porn sites to see how their fears could be exploited.
The scam works by sending spam emails in the hope of luring enough people to make it worthwhile. The email claims that you downloaded a virus while watching porn and that the virus captured video of you while you were on the site, along with screenshots of the site itself. It then threatens to send the video to everyone in your contacts app if you don’t pay a ransom of several thousand dollars in Bitcoin. As an extra twist, the email addresses are often harvested from data breaches which also exposed users’ passwords. By including the password in the email, the hacker demonstrates that they know something about the recipient. That increases the fear that the hacker has more information, including the images and video they claim to have. It’s a tried and tested social engineering trick and a very nasty one.What to do if I receive one of these emails?
1. Delete it. Don’t click on any links in the email and don’t pay the ransom. The hacker doesn’t have what they claim to have. The email is designed to blackmail porn site visitors. Even if you have visited porn sites, you can safely delete the email.
2. If the email contains a password or part of a password that you’ve used online, change your password on every site where you use it. Use a unique password for every account, make sure it’s hard to guess (Safari’s password suggestion tool is a good way to do this), and don’t write it down.
3. Take the opportunity to scan your computer for malware. You can do that using one of the many antivirus tools that allow you to download them and scan your computer for free. Some may then charge you if they find anything, and you need to remove it. Alternatively, if you’re using a Mac, you can use the malware tool in CleanMyMac X. It uses CleanMyMac’s regularly updated malware database and compares what it finds on your Mac with it. If it doesn’t find anything, it will tell you your Mac has a clean bill of health. If it does, you can remove it at the press of one button.
This app can detect macOS-specific keyloggers, backdoor viruses, and worms. Download its free version here.
4. Forget about it. Once you’ve deleted the email, changed passwords, and scanned your computer, try and forget about it. You won’t hear any more from the hackers.
While it is possible for webcams, like the iSight cam on iMacs and MacBooks, to be hacked and images and video stolen, it’s very unusual. Far more common are hackers who try to exploit the fears of people who are worried about privacy by claiming to have video and photos that they don’t. While taping over your webcam and microphone will prevent anything from being stolen, for most of us, it’s probably not necessary. However, you should make sure that your online accounts have secure, unique passwords and delete any accounts you no longer need or use. And it would be best if you also scan your computer for malware, perhaps using the malware utility in CleanMyMac X.These might also interest you:Signs your Apple ID has been compromised
Your Apple ID might be compromised if you receive an account notification from Apple for a change you didn’t make, or if you notice account details or changes you don’t recognize. For example:
*You receive an email or notification that your Apple ID was used to sign in to a device you don’t recognize or did not sign in to recently (for example, ’Your Apple ID was used to sign in to iCloud on a Windows PC’).
*You receive a confirmation email from Apple that your Apple ID password was changed or your account information was updated, but you don’t remember making any changes.
*Your device was locked or placed in Lost Mode by someone other than you.
*You see messages you didn’t send, or items you didn’t delete.
*You see charges or notices for purchases that you didn’t make. Learn what to do if you see an unfamiliar iTunes Store or App Store charge on your credit or debit card statement.
*Your password no longer works, or it might have been changed or locked.
*You don’t recognize some or all of your account details.
If you received an email, text message, or phone call that you’re not sure is valid or you think might be phishing, here are some tips to help determine its legitimacy.Gain control of your Apple ID
If you think your Apple ID is compromised, use these steps to gain control of it and review your account information:
*Sign in to your Apple ID account page. If you can’t sign in or you receive a message that the account is locked when you try to sign in, try to reset or unlock your account.
*Change your Apple ID password and choose a strong password.
*Review all the personal and security information in your account. Update any information that isn’t correct or that you don’t recognize, including:
*Your name.
*Your primary Apple ID email address.* If you need to change your email address, update the features and services that you use with Apple ID, so that each one is using your updated Apple ID.
*All alternate email addresses, rescue email addresses, and phone numbers.
*The devices that are associated with your Apple ID, if you’ve already set up two-factor authentication.
*Security questions and answers. If you think they might be easy to guess, you should change your security questions.
*Check with your email address* provider to make sure that you control every email address associated with your Apple ID. If you don’t control the email addresses associated with the Apple ID, you should change the password for the email address or use a different email address.
*Set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID. This additional security feature is designed to prevent anyone from accessing your account, even if they know your password.
* In China mainland and India, you can use your phone number as your Apple ID.
If you completed the steps above and think your account might still be compromised, contact Apple Support.Know which Apple ID is signed in to your device
If you’re signed in on your device with an Apple ID that you don’t recognize, use these steps to sign out, then back in with a different Apple ID. To make sure that you’re signed in to Apple IDs that only you control or trust, you can check the following settings on each of your devices:
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:
*Settings > [your name]
*Settings > [your name] > iTunes & App Store
*Settings > Messages > Send & Receive
*Settings > FaceTime
Mac:App Or Download To See If My Macbook Air Has Been Hacked Stolen
*System Preferences > Apple ID
*System Preferences > Internet Accounts
*Messages > Preferences > Accounts
*Facetime > Preferences > Settings
*Mail > Preferences > Accounts
*Calendar > Preferences > Accounts
You should also check iCloud for Windows, your AirPort Time Capsule or other AirPort Base Station, and your Apple TV (for iCloud Photos or Home Sharing).Make sure your Apple ID is secureApp Or Download To See If My Macbook Air Has Been Hacked Deleted
Because you use your Apple ID for so many Apple products and services, you should make sure that your Apple ID is as secure as possible. You should be the only person who knows your password and can sign in with your Apple ID. If someone you don’t know or don’t trust can sign in with your Apple ID, your account is not secure.
Your Apple ID might not be secure for the following reasons:
*Someone else created an Apple ID on your behalf, or you’re using an Apple ID that was already signed in when you received your device.
*You’re sharing an Apple ID with family or friends. Your Apple ID is your personal account. If you want to share purchases with a family member, use Family Sharing. With Family Sharing, you can share a calendar, photos, reminders, and more without sharing your Apple ID.
*You don’t recognize the Apple ID that is signed in on your device.
*You shared your password with someone else intentionally or unintentionally. For example, someone else selected your password for you, you told someone your password, or you entered your password on a phishing site.
*You don’t have control of the email address or phone number associated with your Apple ID.
*Your password is weak or is compromised.
*You share your devices with someone else, your devices are not protected by a passcode, or your passcode is easy to guess.
If any of the above are true, you should reset your password as soon as possible and review your account information.
Download here: http://gg.gg/ofl10
https://diarynote.indered.space
Ransomware is a particularly nasty form of malware because it seeks to exploit computer users’ fear that their privacy has been compromised. As more and more malware is reported and makes the headlines, more of us become concerned for the safety of our data, as well as our own privacy and even personal safety. Ransomware, like the “your camera is hacked” scam, plays on that by sending you a message telling you that the hackers have images taken from your webcam while you were surfing the web. Usually, the message claims you have been visiting porn sites and that the webcam took a video of you while you visited the sites.
*8 Things to Do Right Now if You’ve Been Hacked. Posted on October 26th, 2018 by Kirk McElhearn. You wake up in the morning and you read the news: Another major website or cloud service has been hacked. You yawn, make a cup of coffee, and then all of a sudden realize that you have an account there. Your email, photos, and personal data are now.
*MacOS’ GateKeeper feature safeguards your Mac and checks the apps you’re about to download. It approves apps that are already on the App Store or those whose code is signed by an authorized developer. To install anything else the GateKeeper doesn’t advise, you need to confirm the download. In macOS Catalina, Gatekeeper goes one step further.
It IS possible to hack into a Mac, and you have absolutely no basis on which to guarantee that any particular user has or hasn’t been hacked. Mikeo007 said: People using the term ’virus’ as a catch all for the more generic term ’Malware’ might be confused by this thread. Safari automatically keeps an eye out for any saved passwords that may have been involved in a data breach. Using advanced cryptographic techniques, Safari periodically checks a derivation of your passwords against an updated list of compromised credentials. If a breach is discovered, Safari helps you upgrade your existing passwords. I’ve been hacked on an iPhone 6+, 7, MacBook Air, and Retina. Far from funny if you’re being mocked by people that think they know it all.They took about 10K from online banking. I could see their activity looking at my browser history, etc. I could go on and on, but there’s no point.Can my Mac’s camera be hacked?
The short answer is yes. It is possible for malware running on your Mac to turn on the iSight camera and record video or still images and audio from the microphone, and send it to a storage location on the internet. As recently as 2016, a backdoor called Backdoor.OSX.Mokes, a Mac variant of a piece of malware that had already been found on Windows and Linux computers, was discovered. According to Kaspersky labs, the backdoor could steal data, including Screenshots, Audio-/Video-Captures, Office-Documents, and Keystrokes. There have been other instances of malware that has this capability.
As reported at “Objective by the Sea,” 2019 security conference, 20% of Macs are infected by PUPs — Potentially Unwanted Applications.What can I do to stop my camera from being hacked?
While some suggest using camera covers or lids to protect your privacy, we don’t recommend doing so. Closing your Mac with a cover over the camera may seriously damage the display. Lids can also cover the light sensor and prevent your Mac from automatically adjusting brightness. There are other safe methods to make sure you’re not being watched. We’ll explain them below.
Doesn’t a green light come on when the camera is in use?
Yes, it does. Apple assures that the camera indicator is always lit if the camera is activated. It means no one can use your camera without you knowing.
But there are additional security measures you can take to control access to your camera.Check what apps have access to your camera
If you think that your camera might be hacked, it’s a good idea to check what programs on your Mac are allowed to access it. You can easily check the current permissions with the help of the freshly-baked feature in CleanMyMac X. It’s called “Application Permissions,” and it allows you to stay in the know of your app permissions. If you’re running macOS Catalina, you can check what programs can access your camera, microphone, files, and folders in just a few clicks.
CleanMyMac X has a free trial version, so try it out and keep your data safe!I thought you said the “your computer has been hacked” thing is a scam?
It is. While it’s possible to steal video, audio, and photos from your webcam and microphone, and malware exists that can do it, that’s not what’s happening in this case. The porn blackmail scam that sends out email messages claiming your webcam has been hacked is designed to extract money from people who believe it may be true. Even people who have never visited a porn site become concerned when they receive the email. It’s easy for people who have visited porn sites to see how their fears could be exploited.
The scam works by sending spam emails in the hope of luring enough people to make it worthwhile. The email claims that you downloaded a virus while watching porn and that the virus captured video of you while you were on the site, along with screenshots of the site itself. It then threatens to send the video to everyone in your contacts app if you don’t pay a ransom of several thousand dollars in Bitcoin. As an extra twist, the email addresses are often harvested from data breaches which also exposed users’ passwords. By including the password in the email, the hacker demonstrates that they know something about the recipient. That increases the fear that the hacker has more information, including the images and video they claim to have. It’s a tried and tested social engineering trick and a very nasty one.What to do if I receive one of these emails?
1. Delete it. Don’t click on any links in the email and don’t pay the ransom. The hacker doesn’t have what they claim to have. The email is designed to blackmail porn site visitors. Even if you have visited porn sites, you can safely delete the email.
2. If the email contains a password or part of a password that you’ve used online, change your password on every site where you use it. Use a unique password for every account, make sure it’s hard to guess (Safari’s password suggestion tool is a good way to do this), and don’t write it down.
3. Take the opportunity to scan your computer for malware. You can do that using one of the many antivirus tools that allow you to download them and scan your computer for free. Some may then charge you if they find anything, and you need to remove it. Alternatively, if you’re using a Mac, you can use the malware tool in CleanMyMac X. It uses CleanMyMac’s regularly updated malware database and compares what it finds on your Mac with it. If it doesn’t find anything, it will tell you your Mac has a clean bill of health. If it does, you can remove it at the press of one button.
This app can detect macOS-specific keyloggers, backdoor viruses, and worms. Download its free version here.
4. Forget about it. Once you’ve deleted the email, changed passwords, and scanned your computer, try and forget about it. You won’t hear any more from the hackers.
While it is possible for webcams, like the iSight cam on iMacs and MacBooks, to be hacked and images and video stolen, it’s very unusual. Far more common are hackers who try to exploit the fears of people who are worried about privacy by claiming to have video and photos that they don’t. While taping over your webcam and microphone will prevent anything from being stolen, for most of us, it’s probably not necessary. However, you should make sure that your online accounts have secure, unique passwords and delete any accounts you no longer need or use. And it would be best if you also scan your computer for malware, perhaps using the malware utility in CleanMyMac X.These might also interest you:Signs your Apple ID has been compromised
Your Apple ID might be compromised if you receive an account notification from Apple for a change you didn’t make, or if you notice account details or changes you don’t recognize. For example:
*You receive an email or notification that your Apple ID was used to sign in to a device you don’t recognize or did not sign in to recently (for example, ’Your Apple ID was used to sign in to iCloud on a Windows PC’).
*You receive a confirmation email from Apple that your Apple ID password was changed or your account information was updated, but you don’t remember making any changes.
*Your device was locked or placed in Lost Mode by someone other than you.
*You see messages you didn’t send, or items you didn’t delete.
*You see charges or notices for purchases that you didn’t make. Learn what to do if you see an unfamiliar iTunes Store or App Store charge on your credit or debit card statement.
*Your password no longer works, or it might have been changed or locked.
*You don’t recognize some or all of your account details.
If you received an email, text message, or phone call that you’re not sure is valid or you think might be phishing, here are some tips to help determine its legitimacy.Gain control of your Apple ID
If you think your Apple ID is compromised, use these steps to gain control of it and review your account information:
*Sign in to your Apple ID account page. If you can’t sign in or you receive a message that the account is locked when you try to sign in, try to reset or unlock your account.
*Change your Apple ID password and choose a strong password.
*Review all the personal and security information in your account. Update any information that isn’t correct or that you don’t recognize, including:
*Your name.
*Your primary Apple ID email address.* If you need to change your email address, update the features and services that you use with Apple ID, so that each one is using your updated Apple ID.
*All alternate email addresses, rescue email addresses, and phone numbers.
*The devices that are associated with your Apple ID, if you’ve already set up two-factor authentication.
*Security questions and answers. If you think they might be easy to guess, you should change your security questions.
*Check with your email address* provider to make sure that you control every email address associated with your Apple ID. If you don’t control the email addresses associated with the Apple ID, you should change the password for the email address or use a different email address.
*Set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID. This additional security feature is designed to prevent anyone from accessing your account, even if they know your password.
* In China mainland and India, you can use your phone number as your Apple ID.
If you completed the steps above and think your account might still be compromised, contact Apple Support.Know which Apple ID is signed in to your device
If you’re signed in on your device with an Apple ID that you don’t recognize, use these steps to sign out, then back in with a different Apple ID. To make sure that you’re signed in to Apple IDs that only you control or trust, you can check the following settings on each of your devices:
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:
*Settings > [your name]
*Settings > [your name] > iTunes & App Store
*Settings > Messages > Send & Receive
*Settings > FaceTime
Mac:App Or Download To See If My Macbook Air Has Been Hacked Stolen
*System Preferences > Apple ID
*System Preferences > Internet Accounts
*Messages > Preferences > Accounts
*Facetime > Preferences > Settings
*Mail > Preferences > Accounts
*Calendar > Preferences > Accounts
You should also check iCloud for Windows, your AirPort Time Capsule or other AirPort Base Station, and your Apple TV (for iCloud Photos or Home Sharing).Make sure your Apple ID is secureApp Or Download To See If My Macbook Air Has Been Hacked Deleted
Because you use your Apple ID for so many Apple products and services, you should make sure that your Apple ID is as secure as possible. You should be the only person who knows your password and can sign in with your Apple ID. If someone you don’t know or don’t trust can sign in with your Apple ID, your account is not secure.
Your Apple ID might not be secure for the following reasons:
*Someone else created an Apple ID on your behalf, or you’re using an Apple ID that was already signed in when you received your device.
*You’re sharing an Apple ID with family or friends. Your Apple ID is your personal account. If you want to share purchases with a family member, use Family Sharing. With Family Sharing, you can share a calendar, photos, reminders, and more without sharing your Apple ID.
*You don’t recognize the Apple ID that is signed in on your device.
*You shared your password with someone else intentionally or unintentionally. For example, someone else selected your password for you, you told someone your password, or you entered your password on a phishing site.
*You don’t have control of the email address or phone number associated with your Apple ID.
*Your password is weak or is compromised.
*You share your devices with someone else, your devices are not protected by a passcode, or your passcode is easy to guess.
If any of the above are true, you should reset your password as soon as possible and review your account information.
Download here: http://gg.gg/ofl10
https://diarynote.indered.space
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