Last week on Malwarebytes Labs, we revealed to readers [the mindset of security pros]() as to why they lack confidence in their ability to prevent their organizations getting breached. We also reported on Maine Governor Janet Mills [implementing the state’s own privacy protections](), how Apple can [better protect its users’ privacy](), the [continuous trending]() of the MegaCortex ransomware, how [cyberbullies and trolls use Twitter Lists]() to home in on their targets, and the newest trend of adware and PUPs [abusing push notifications]() to compromise user systems. ### Other cybersecurity news * [Treading the ]()[MuddyWater](): This Iranian APT resurfaced with new tools and tactics under its belt, revealed latest analysis report. (Source: TrendLabs Security Intelligence Blog) * A new sextortion scam involves [fraudsters posing as rogue CIA agents]() and telling their marks that they are being probed for online pedophilia—but are willing to settle the matter for $10,000 worth of Bitcoins. (Source: The Register) * A Customs and Border Protection (CBP) [subcontractor was compromised](), and now the threat actor has thousands of images of US travelers and license plates. (Source: WIRED) * VLC users, rejoice! Your favorite media player [patched a lot of bugs recently](), including two that were marked as high severity. Update now if you haven’t already. (Source: Threatpost) * Taking advantage of the popularity of Google’s Gmail and Calendar apps, threat actors were found targeting users [via malformed and unwanted Google Calendar notifications](). (Source: Forbes) * Here’s a chilling discovery: Threat actors steal your personal and medical data, [so they can impersonate your doctor](). (Source: The Next Web) * A new report revealed that cryptocurrency miners are distributed [using advanced targeted attack toolkits](), such as those used by the Equation Group, and planted onto company computers. (Source: TrendLabs Security Intelligence Blog) * Fishwrap, [a new disinformation campaign]() on Twitter that uses modified old news and repackages them as new, sought to sow discord amongst users. A nation-state is likely behind it, says researchers. (Source: Cyberscoop) * Google: [We’re not killing ad blockers](). Ad blockers: OH, YES YOU ARE. (Source: WIRED) * [Surveillance cameras could be weaponized]() with the use of artificial intelligence (AI), according to a report from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). (Source: The New York Times) Stay safe, everyone! The post [A week in security (June 10 – 16)]() appeared first on [Malwarebytes Labs]().

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