While the threat landscape has changed dramatically over the past 15 years, there have been a few constant factors. Surprisingly, the MyDoom worm is one of those, researchers with Palo Alto Networks …
Mobile malware attacks are booming in 2019: These are the most common threats
A new Check Point report underscores the trend toward mobile malware attacks. Since the middle of 2018, campaigns targeting mobile devices have surged by 50%, with most of the attacks targeting …
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Malware-based Attacks Dropped 20% Worldwide
New research by SonicWall indicates that threat actors are increasingly abandoning traditional attacks like malware and phishing campaigns in favor of more sophisticated, encrypted attacks. While …
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83% have experienced a DDoS attack in the past two years, survey finds
A new US Signal survey conducted among IT professionals ranks the top threats to organizations as DDoS (43%) ransomware (33%) and zero-day malware attacks (19%). DDoS attacks have hit a staggering …
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FIN8 Reappears with BADHATCH Malware
Researchers with Gigamon have spotted a new campaign by the financially motivated hacking group FIN8 that relies on a new type of reverse shell dubbed BADHATCH. The BADHATCH malware is designed to …
Iran-Linked APT34 Invites Victims to LinkedIn for Fresh Malware Infections
FireEye researchers recently uncovered a new phishing campaign by Iranian state-backed cyber espionage group APT34 (aka OilRig or Greenbug) that took advantage of LinkedIn. Masquerading as a …
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APT Targets Diplomats in Europe, Latin America
New research by ESET provides insights into the activity of the Ke3chang advanced persistent threat (APT) group that is believed to be operating out of China. Since 2015, Ke3chang has been targeting …
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Researchers Easily Trick Cylance’s AI-Based Antivirus Into Thinking Malware Is ‘Goodware’
Security researchers with Skylight Cyber have found a surprisingly easy way to let malware bypass Cylance’s AI-based anti-malware solution. The research shows that while artificial intelligence holds …
Over 80% of network teams play a role in security efforts
A Viavi survey among Network Operations (NetOps) and Security Operations (SecOps) professionals found that the vast majority (83%) of IT teams engage in security efforts, with 74% devoting up to 10 …
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Persistent Threats Can Last Inside SMB Networks for Years
Persistent threats can compromise the networks of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) for years on end according to a new report by Infocyte. The study, which focused on organizations with a headcount …
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