TechSpot

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Cybersecurity researchers at Pradeo regularly update an article identifying mobile applications available on the Google Play Store infected with Joker malware. The latest entry, which came yesterday, highlighted an app called Color Message.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) providing details on the top malware strains of 2021. The top malware strains in 2021 included remote access Trojans (RATs), banking Trojans, information stealers, and ransomware.

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TechSpot

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Cambridge University researchers Nicholas Boucher and Ross Anderson have discovered a new class of vulnerabilities that can be used by malicious actors to integrate visually deceptive malware directly into the source code of applications.

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The Verge

AUGUST 31, 2020

Apple accidentally approved common malware disguised as an update for Adobe Flash Player to run on macOS, according to a new report. According to security researcher Patrick Wardle, Apple approved an app that contained code used by a well-known malware called Shlayer.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Google Play has removed 16 apps from its app store after the McAfee Mobile Research Team alerted the company to Clicker malware associated with the apps, affecting 20 million people who installed the apps. Like so many mobile malware schemes, the apps profess to be helpful to users, providing a handy tool or time-saving utility.

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TechSpot

OCTOBER 21, 2021

There is no official Squid Games app—not counting Netflix, of course—yet ESET’s Android malware researcher Lukas Stefanko tweeted that there are over 200 applications related to the series listed on the Play Store, and at least one of them was yet another piece of malicious software that slipped past Google’s.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Malware continues to plague organizations and individuals alike and one of the more insidious strains in recent times is the Raspberry Robin malware. Malware – malicious software crafted with harmful intent – acts as their weapon of choice.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

A new study from Uptycs has uncovered an increase in the distribution of information stealing malware. Newly discovered stealer families include modules that specifically steal logs from MFA applications, like the Rhadamanthys malware. Examining the dark web reveals that infostealer malware has become increasingly widespread.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 6, 2021

If you think your PC is infected with some kind of malware or you just want to do a scan as part of a digital cleanup, Windows has a built-in security tool that can help you on your way — no third-party software to install or pay for. After you’ve got it open, here’s some of what you can do: Run a malware scan on Windows 11.

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 2, 2023

According to various sources, the chatbot has been pushing malware ads under search queries, which is a huge cyber threat to people who trust and use the tool. They requested download links for Advanced IP Scanner, a well-known network management application, via Bing Chat.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2022

A new version of the Android malware "FurBall" has been discovered to be used by the threat actor(s) known as Domestic Kitten in a campaign targeting Iranian citizens in a mobile surveillance operation. Though it has the Google Play logo, the app is not available in the Google Play store and downloads directly from Domestic Kitten's server.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Google has removed 17 apps from its Google Play store due to malware known as Joker. The Joker malware family is infamous for constantly targeting Android devices. Even though Google is very much aware of this cyber threat, it manages to keep finding its way into their official application market.

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Dataconomy

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Cybersecurity threats are evolving, and the latest menace targeting Mac users involves sophisticated proxy trojan malware. This malicious software lurks within seemingly harmless downloads of popular macOS applications, posing a significant risk to the security of your device.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2020

CISA reports on Chinese malware strain. And it's a malware strain used specifically by the Chinese government. A recent CISA Malware Analysis Report (with contributions from the FBI and DoD), outlines this new malware variant. How should you defend yourself or your organization about this new malware variant?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2020

But the GRU members being charged in this case started with other strains of malware and a narrow target: Ukraine's power grid. In what is commonly referred to as the most destructive and costly cyber attack ever, the conspirators unleashed the 'NotPetya' malware. The GRU's Olympic Destroyer malware. and a large U.S.

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Network World

APRIL 28, 2017

A new malware program that targets macOS users is capable of spying on encrypted browser traffic to steal sensitive information. The malware was attached to the email as a file called Dokument.zip. What makes OSX/Dok interesting is that it was digitally signed with a valid Apple developer certificate.

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Network World

AUGUST 23, 2023

Versa is bolstering the AI security management features of its integrated Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) package to include improved malware detection for Advanced Threat Protection, network microsegmention and generative AI protection to help customers better detect and quickly mitigate threats to their networked service and applications.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 29, 2020

Application Guard for Office and Safe Documents will make phishing attacks harder and the Office experience better for users, starting with Office 365 Pro Plus and E5 licences.

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Doctor Chaos

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

I recently came across a classic malware which I thought was long gone and forgotten. Rombertik is a self-destructing malware that has been making a lot of news. This malware leverages vulnerabilities through a Web browser’s operation of collecting user data from sites being visited by the victim. What We Learned.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Malware means a malicious or intrusive software application that is coded for executing on the targeted device without notifying its user or the owner. Affecting a mobile phone, a computer, a laptop, or a network server, malware interrupts computing operations, hijacks networks, or access systems. Update your browser.

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CIO Business Intelligence

AUGUST 24, 2022

The “sting” of a ransomware or malware attack is removed quickly, efficiently, and comprehensively. This enables customers to have optimal application and workload performance, as well as substantial storage consolidation driving increased efficiency and reduced total cost.

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Network World

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Security pros need to pay attention to malicious activities that don’t rely on actual malware to succeed, according to a study by Carbon Black. Non-malware attacks are at the highest levels we have seen and should be a major focus for security defenders during the coming year,” it says. million-plus endpoints.

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The Verge

APRIL 12, 2022

Filed March 4th in the famously patentholder-friendly Western District of Texas court, the four lawsuits claim that techniques fundamental to modern malware detection are based on patented technology — and that the company’s competitors are infringing on intellectual property rights with their implementation of network security software.

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TechSpot

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

In the case of the 17 apps mentioned before, that purpose involves swiping a users' SMS information to sign them up for premium wireless application protocol services, according to security research firm Zscaler.

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Galido

JANUARY 12, 2017

Each computer system may have a malware or viruses, including Linux. In order to better understand antivirus programs, it may be beneficial to firstly understand the malware itself. There are many ways to prevent malware on the Linux operating systems. If there is a malware already, there are ways for it to be quickly removed.

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Tech Republic Security

JULY 20, 2017

Hardware can fail and malware happens to the best of us. Don't be caught without the ability to restore a computer: Use one of these 10 free backup programs instead.

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Forrester IT

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Devices blew up due to malware or adware, and users got […]. The Decade Cyber Went Mainstream Yes, technically, decades begin in years that end in one, but it’s easier to say the 2010s than the 2011s. Prior to 2010, cybersecurity was an insular domain. No one really cared, until something they were using didn’t work.

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CTOvision

APRIL 12, 2018

The last post, Transformational Cyber Security Part I, discussed exciting inventions that turn cybersecurity upside-down by preventing malware from freeloading CPU instructions in a properly configured software defined data center (SDDC), thereby rendering on-premise cyber attacks null and void.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

A new report from Check Point claims that the average day in an enterprise organization is rife with malware and malicious applications.

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CIO Business Intelligence

APRIL 19, 2024

With more freelancers, contractors, and BYOD programs accessing corporate applications (like web and SaaS applications) via their own devices, oftentimes, what is overlooked is the security posture for the choice of web browsers people are using. Why does this matter?

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 1, 2023

Misconfigurations, vulnerable services, advanced malware, and sheer scale have opened cracks in cloud security. Attackers also use other techniques, such as malicious software (malware), zero-day exploits, and account takeover, to breach public clouds." These stealthy malware strains evade traditional signature-based defenses.

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CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Malware is the top threat to IoT/OT With so many vulnerabilities plaguing IoT devices, these devices are attractive and relatively easy entry points into corporate networks for attackers. In fact, two notorious botnets, Mirai and Gafgyt, are major contributors to a recent surge in IoT malware attacks.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 10, 2021

If exploited, the vulnerability allows remote code execution on vulnerable servers, giving an attacker the ability to import malware that would completely compromise machines. Logging is a process where applications keep a running list of activities they have performed which can later be reviewed in case of error.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

One-third of high-risk vulnerabilities impacted network devices and web applications. Exploitation of remote services, exploitation of public-facing applications, exploitation for privilege escalation are the top three MITRE ATT&CK tactics. 15 exploited by malware and botnets. 15 exploited by malware and botnets.

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Scott Lowe

MARCH 15, 2024

Think Linux doesn’t have malware? And here’s another example of malware that is targeting Linux (along with Windows). Operating Systems/Applications Here’s one person’s take on sudo for Windows. More details are available from Ars Technica. Rory McCune explains Kubernetes authentication.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JULY 17, 2023

However, this shift requires a thorough understanding of the security implications and how a business can protect its data and applications. Cloud infrastructure is especially sensitive, as many critical applications are at risk, such as customer-facing applications.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 13, 2023

To access applications or data that are not available on corporate systems. Shadow IT devices and applications are often not subject to the same security controls as corporate systems. In addition, shadow IT can lead to compliance violations and malware infections. To experiment with new technologies. To save time or money.

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