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. The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) has now come up with a name for the threat actor behind the SolarWinds attacks, Nobelium. The new Nobelium malware.

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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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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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The Verge

JUNE 23, 2020

Microsoft is launching a preview version of its antivirus software for Android today. We’re now getting a good idea of exactly why Microsoft thinks Android needs antivirus protection. Microsoft’s web protections will include anti-phishing so that unsafe websites sent via SMS, WhatsApp, email, or other apps are instantly blocked.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Careful testing and limited pilot deployments are perennial success strategies with WAN-trafficking applications. Bandwidth-optimizing technologies and applications can also be good investments. BYOD Will Fail to Live up to the Hype. BYOD is on a huge upswing. CTO Cyber Security DoD and IC Mobile'

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The malware was developed in C++ and compiled using the MinGW-w64 toolkit and the GCC compiler. This is not the most common approach among C/C++ malware developers for Windows - the Microsoft Visual Studio development environment is more often used for such purposes.

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Dataconomy

AUGUST 24, 2023

Have you ever come across the mysterious briefcase icon in Microsoft Edge today and wondered what it signifies? This icon marks the arrival of “Microsoft Edge for Business,” Microsoft’s innovative solution for a more tailored browsing experience in professional settings. Wonder no more!

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 13, 2023

The new Beep malware is top of mind for organizations and individuals. We are continuing to observe an unyielding surge in the volume of cyberthreats, including advanced malware, botnets, ransomware, cryptojacking, and more," said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start, in a press release.

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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. So, what sets enterprise browsers apart? Why does this matter?

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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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Network World

MAY 4, 2017

When Microsoft made it possible for enterprises to quickly resolve incompatibilities between their applications and new Windows versions, it didn't intend to help malware authors as well. Yet, this feature is now abused by cybercriminals for stealthy and persistent malware infections.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

New research from security firm CloudSEK shows that more than 3,200 mobile applications were leaking Twitter API (Application Program Interface) keys, which can be used to gain access and take over user accounts. This standard is also used by Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Microsoft. Their response: everything.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Katie Moussouris, Senior Security Strategist Lead, Microsoft. Cylance PROTECT takes a mathematical approach to malware identification, utilizing patent-pending machine learning techniques instead of signatures and sandboxes. This technique effectively renders new malware, viruses, bots and unknown future variants useless.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

dll file, essential for many applications to run smoothly. Adobe’s Creative Cloud Glitch: Some users faced this issue after Adobe switched up its software guts, moving from Microsoft’s technology to Visual C++. Malware Mayhem: Viruses or malware can corrupt or damage the DLL file, leading to this annoying error.

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CTOvision

APRIL 7, 2014

in new contracts for advanced cybersecurity projects for defense and federal government agencies in the areas of cloud-based advanced malware analysis, spear-phishing attacks against Android, and big data analytics for compromise detection. In the first quarter of 2014, the company’s advanced research division—Invincea Labs—secured $8.1M

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Russian-linked group, dubbed "Nobelium" by Microsoft, has continued its hacking campaigns targeting business and government entities around the globe, according to new research from Mandiant. Use of credentials likely obtained from an info-stealer malware campaign by a third-party actor to gain initial access to organizations.".

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

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. Malware is malicious software designed to infect or damage the system and networks. Install Anti-Malware Software. Update Systems Regularly.

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Galido

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

While malware threat is emerging large and causing serious damage to users around the world, it becomes important to place necessary countermeasures to stay safe. Here, best antimalware software tools offer an easy solution to keep your system safe from various cyber threats including malware attacks. Advanced System Protector.

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CTOvision

MARCH 17, 2015

But optimism came in the form of Microsoft as word began to spread that the company had solved the problems they experienced with Windows 8/8.1 1 area of spending increase in 2015, with nearly half (46%) planning to invest more in access control, intrusion prevention, and virus and malware protection. By Deepak Kumar.

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A Screw's Loose

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Crapplications / Applications. I have so many conversations every day about applications and specifically mobile applications. I find that most people have a very difficult time defining what an application really is. I find that most people have a very difficult time defining what an application really is.

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The Accidental Successful CIO

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

How much Microsoft windows software is being used at your company? However, the bad guys out there know this and they are using Microsoft software to gain access to our company. What’s Wrong With Microsoft Software? The first thing that we all have to understand is that Microsoft is everywhere.

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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. This kind of foul play is known as spear-phishing. However, crooks are increasingly proficient in bypassing them.

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Scott Lowe

AUGUST 12, 2022

Gabriel Sieben ruminates on the potential dangers of Microsoft Pluton , a new security chip co-developed by Microsoft and AMD. A “highly evasive” Linux malware named OrBit has emerged; see here for more details. Operating Systems/Applications. Servers/Hardware. This is pretty neat.

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CTOvision

MAY 2, 2016

With Android applications, there is user privacy risk with mobile applications that are built for the Android. The applications have access to sensitive personal information (SPI) about the users’ locations, contacts, and unique device information. Today, you can purchase malware online and preform an attack.

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Galido

MARCH 15, 2019

Malware Attack. The typical examples of malware include: Ransomware. This is a type of malware used by hackers to block access to the company’s data. These are types of computer viruses that attach to an application’s initialization sequence. They infect applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word.

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CTOvision

OCTOBER 6, 2015

browsers, Office applications, and Windows utilities) to achieve their objectives. PCworld on Macrobased Malware. Microsoft on Macro Malware. Trendmicro on Macro Malware. Figure 1: Receiver Operating Characteristic curves for malware detection. This phenomenon is being widely recognized in the industry.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MARCH 7, 2023

While the technology is still in its early stages, for some enterprise applications, such as those that are content and workflow-intensive, its undeniable influence is here now — but proceed with caution. One application, in vehicle imaging, was conceived as a way to improve customer experience.

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Galido

JANUARY 22, 2020

Or, if your business has already fallen victim to this file-encrypting malware, it’ll reverse the damage. Hackers are impersonating the business software you use (including purporting to be Microsoft to get your email credentials), your suppliers and even your colleagues, and they’re more convincing than ever.

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Galido

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Google, Apple, and Microsoft- among other app store regulators- tend to have strict policies on what apps make it on to their stores. Since the apps might come laden with malware, the chances are the malware will find its way into your corporate systems.

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A Screw's Loose

APRIL 11, 2013

I participated in a tweet chat yesterday that was premised on the fact that mobile malware exists and what can you do to prevent it on your devices in the enterprise. They will tell you that the majority of malware out there is Android based but that there is some iOS malware out there as well. Are you sufficiently scared yet?

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A Screw's Loose

OCTOBER 28, 2011

What Microsoft did wrong with Windows Phone OS (or why it’s not ready for the enterprise). My previous post talked about a lot of the good that I see in Microsoft’s work to create a Mobile Phone OS but with everything that they set forth they still had very disappointing sales. Of course, as we well know, Microsoft miscalculated.

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Scott Lowe

JANUARY 21, 2022

Cross-platform malware. Operating Systems/Applications. Here’s some information on why Microsoft Exchange stopped delivering e-mail messages on January 1, 2022. The story of a developer deliberately polluting their open source projects—as outlined here for the “colors.js” ” and “faker.js”

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A Screw's Loose

JULY 25, 2012

Tags Applications. Enterprise. Enterprise Mobility. Uncategorized. Windows Phone. Crapplications. Enterprise Mobility. Enterprise Strategy. Expense management. Innovation. Mobile Strategy.

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TM Forum

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

” Satya Nadella, CEO at Microsoft. Gamers are also vulnerable to malware, with Cisco-Talos finding cyberattacks on gamers had risen 340% during the Covid crisis. As the household evolves into a smart lifespace where people live, work and play, there’s huge potential for CSPs to build new added value. CCAPS at work.

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Network World

MAY 17, 2024

One comparison likens BGP to GPS applications on mobile phones. If those false advertisements indicate that a better path is available than the legitimate path, traffic may be directed that way—only the path leads to malicious servers that could steal credentials, download malware, and execute other damaging activities.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 6, 2023

Walmart, Amazon, Microsoft, and others have also issued warnings to their staff around using such tools. While most spam is innocuous, some emails can contain malware or direct the recipient to dangerous websites. Samsung recorded three incidents in just 20 days involving ChatGPT usage which resulted in data leaks. Phishing 2.0:

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Galido

JULY 20, 2018

Apple has shown great skill in designing an easy-to-use mobile operating system, while Android has been increasingly developing their product to be more intuitive and give you more control over it’s OS and applications. Microsoft has similarly followed this approach in recent times. Most geeks like that control. Conclusion.

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