CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore the risks associated with IoT and OT connectivity and the measures that organizations need to take to safeguard enterprise networks. Their vulnerabilities can serve as gateways into the enterprise network for malicious actors. Your network becomes a breeding ground for threats to go undetected.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Security researchers have found a malicious application on Google Play that had over 500,000 downloads and was designed to gain complete control over Android devices. The app contains a malicious module that doesn't execute immediately. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 21, 2022

The threat actors use social engineering to encourage individuals to download trojanized cryptocurrency applications on Windows or macOS operating systems. They use the apps to gain access to the victim's computer and install malware across the network environment, stealing private keys and exploiting other security gaps.

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CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Most ransomware programs, once they’ve infected one computer, will proliferate across the network, and lock down the entire organisation’s IT environment. Ransomware often starts from something as humble as someone in the organisation downloading the wrong file from an email. vPro also boosts security for virtualised environments.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 9, 2023

Cyberattacks such as malware infiltration and vulnerability exploitation continue to make headlines, attacking companies of various sizes. They cannot download or transmit online content in any way. In a local isolation scenario, the risk is moved from the end-user's device to a server linked to the corporate network.

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The Accidental Successful CIO

JUNE 23, 2021

Computing devices, too, are moving in and out of the company network, with employees bringing their laptops onto company networks and then taking them back home – where they’re much more exposed to hackers and can easily get infected with malware. Cyberattacks jumped 238% globally last year.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 8, 2021

Microsoft has said they observed the threat actor using both backdoor and other malware implants to establish sustained access to affected networks. Researchers attributed the Sunburst backdoor, Teardrop malware, and any related components of the SolarWinds attacks to Nobelium. The new Nobelium malware. GoldMax malware.

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CTOvision

APRIL 7, 2014

Major Market Demand for Advanced Threat Protection Driving Rapid Platform Adoption and Expansion of Technology Ecosystem; Company Announces Integration With Palo Alto Networks’ Wildfire Platform. To be comprehensive and present the strongest defense requires a proactive posture in addressing risks to our network. contract with the U.S.

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Galido

MARCH 18, 2020

“Endpoints” is a broader term used in network security. An endpoint is a device that’s connected to a network and allows two-way communication. Endpoint protection refers to endpoint security, which focuses on protecting computer networks that are bridged to corporate networks.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

With networks and infrastructures extending beyond the safe school walls nowadays, cyber-attack threats against educational institutions are on the rise. According to recent Microsoft Intelligence findings , education is the most targeted industry, with nearly 80% of malware encounters in the last 30 days. Installing Malware.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 12, 2022

It combines zero-trust network access (ZTNA) , data loss prevention tools , and remote browser isolation (RBI) to enable advanced threat protection and complete control over data — regardless of how users access and manage it. In both cases, the data never touches the corporate network. Secure the windows. Bar the exits.

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The ruse is convincing, warning users about an impending volcanic eruption and encouraging them to download an app to stay informed. If iOS users try downloading the app, they are directed to the legitimate IT alert website. Keep Your Software Updated: Regularly update your device’s operating system and applications.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 16, 2013

“In June of 2013, we began shipping a solution powered by Invincea — Dell Data Protection | Protected Workspace — to provide our customers with advanced malware protection out of the box. Invincea is the premier innovator in advanced malware threat detection, breach prevention, and forensic threat intelligence.

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CTOvision

MARCH 12, 2015

In 2014, 71 percent of respondents’ networks were breached with 22 percent of them victimized six or more times. This is a significant increase from the preceding year, which saw 62 percent of respondents’ networks breached, with 16 percent of them victimized by six or more successful cyberattacks. Waking up to a new reality.

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The Verge

JUNE 23, 2020

The public preview for Android will include protection against phishing and go a step further than Google’s built-in malware protection to offer signature-based malware detection. If a safe app is downloaded, the end user will see a lightweight notification letting them know the app is clean.”.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

First, however, let's look at the top 15 cyber threats organizations face right now, according to the report: Malware. Web Application Attacks. Trends in Malware attacks. We can't look at all of these categories, but let's talk about the number one cyber attack threat of malware. More on these things in a minute.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

Gaming (58.7%) and telecommunications (47.7%) had the highest bad bot traffic on their websites and applications. These unsolicited messages often contain malware, phishing links, or other deceptive content, intending to deceive unsuspecting recipients. Here are some essential steps you can take to protect yourself: 1.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 15, 2024

Phishing attacks, malware, and hacking can all expose your PII to theft, risking your safety. For example, an app developer could improve a mobile application and encourage more downloads by tracking how users engage with it. However, with the “private” mode, you can limit access to those in your network.

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Network World

MARCH 22, 2017

The chances of you encountering malware on your Android phone is incredibly small, according to Google. percent of Android devices had installed a " potentially harmful application ," such as spyware, a Trojan, or other malicious software. percent, for Android phones that downloaded apps exclusively from the Google Play store.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2020

"A Chinese bank forced two organizations, a UK-based technology and software vendor and a major financial institution, to download a software package in order to pay local taxes. But the bank left out a critical detail about the software: it included malware.". The companies received an uninstaller for the backdoor.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Winning a prize is one of life’s sweetest rewards—unless that prize is malware in disguise. These pop ups reappear no less than five times per hour until the application user successfully accepts the offer. Perhaps worst of all, the malware is still active on third-party app stores.

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Network World

MAY 8, 2017

Hackers compromised a download server for HandBrake, a popular open-source program for converting video files, and used it to distribute a macOS version of the application that contained malware. Because of this, users who downloaded HandBrake-1.0.7.dmg

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Malware is malicious software created for egregious objectives. Malware is intended to be quiet and hidden as it enters environments and is executed. Most Active Malware Today.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. Malware can be delivered through email attachments, malicious websites, or compromised software.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 1, 2023

Hallmarks of a 'mental payload' that pulls the right strings Simply put, any phishing email aims to make a recipient slip up in one of the following two ways: clicking a malicious link or downloading a malware-riddled file. They add an extra layer of monetization to these attacks. This kind of foul play is known as spear-phishing.

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CTOvision

JANUARY 28, 2015

8,935,773 for “Malware Detector.”. Grew revenue in Invincea Labs research division by 150% over 2013, while successfully launching its Cynomix crowdsourced malware analysis platform in Invincea Research Edition and at Cynomix.org. Hundreds of malware forensic analysts are now using Invincea Research Edition.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2020

This is malware you'll want to watch out for. According to the new CISA report , Blindingcan is a new malware strain used by malicious North Korean cyber actors. The FBI believes that variants like Blindingcan are being used alongside proxy servers, maintaining a presence on victim networks. New North Korea remote access trojan.

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CTOvision

JULY 29, 2013

Google Play store inundated with scam apps, Symantec says – “A steady stream of questionable applications is flowing daily into Google’s Play store for Android devices, according to security vendor Symantec.” The breadth and number of these apps just increases the care a user must take when downloading apps.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Use of credentials likely obtained from an info-stealer malware campaign by a third-party actor to gain initial access to organizations.". Use of accounts with Application Impersonation privileges to harvest sensitive mail data since Q1 2021.". Use of a new bespoke downloader we call CEELOADER.".

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TM Forum

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Simultaneously, households became more dependent on networks for entertainment, to remain connected with loved ones, and for vital services such as shopping, healthcare and education. Network-based gaming is highly QoS sensitive, but even for downloaded games run on consoles, gamers increasingly want to interact with others while gaming.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 4, 2023

Many organizations either don't have the resources or expertise to fully grasp what applications and devices have access to their network or have sufficient control to restrict who can make changes, which can lead to detrimental security gaps. Any website asking a customer to download and run an executable should be a red flag.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Given the ubiquity of SMS-enabled mobile phones and the fact that no additional applications are needed for this method, it is likely the most prevalent authentication method. Challenges may arise when the network signal is unavailable, or the phone encounters performance problems. However, MFA via SMS is not without its issues.

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Galido

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Computer networks give numerous opportunities for cyber attack. By allowing a possible threat to penetrate into a controlled environment before it has access to a network, security admins are given some time and the opportunity to analyze and monitor a threat. Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft. Limiting Risk.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

On the back-end, Google uses robots to scan the web and build a list of websites that host malware, harmful downloads, or deceptive ads and pages. Software developers can then plug into an API to integrate this list into their own applications. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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The Investing Edge

AUGUST 29, 2013

Also part of the larger IT consumerization trend, BYOA refers to applications, cloud or mobile, that employees can easily sign up for or download to company-issued or personal mobile devices and PCs that are also used to access corporate networks. To me, the impact of BYOA could be greater than BYOD.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Cyber criminal threat actors exploit network vulnerabilities to exfiltrate data and encrypt systems in a sector that is increasingly reliant on smart technologies, industrial control systems, and internet-based automation systems.". 5 specific ransomware attacks on food supply chain.

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Cloud Musings

MARCH 30, 2017

20% of surveyed organizations have suffered a mobile security breach, primarily driven by malware and malicious WiFi. These trends clearly highlight the need for enhanced data and application security in enterprise mobility and cloud computing. Policies to restrict access to certain applications should also be in-place.

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