SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The software updates for your IT management tools arrive automatically and contain legitimate changes—but hidden inside the update is malware that gives hackers secret access to your network. IT monitoring software company victim of supply chain cyber attack. It makes software to help monitor and manage IT systems.

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Venture Beast

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With ransomware-as-a-service, malware developers lease their code to attackers to do the dirty work of breaking into an enterprise's network. Read More.

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CTOvision

APRIL 28, 2014

For a decade now the cyber security community has been treated to important strategic context coordinated by Verizon in their Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). Background: - The point of this report is to support evidence-based risk management. . - For more see: Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR).

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Galido

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Information Technology Blog - - Top 7 Effective Antimalware Software for Windows 2019 - Information Technology Blog. 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. Advanced System Protector. Visit Here. Visit Here.

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Computer Weekly

JUNE 29, 2016

Cyber attackers use more legitimate software than malware, which means most organisations are incapable of detecting much of the malicious activity in their networks, a report reveals

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Network World

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

After the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Wednesday released a recovery script for organizations affected by a massive ransomware attack targeting VMWare ESXi servers worldwide , reports surfaced that the malware evolved in a way that made earlier recovery procedures ineffective.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

For an increasing number of companies, part of that conversation is happening in quarterly and annual reports. This includes the 2021 annual report at Accenture. Accenture annual report: risks we face from cyberattacks. The report from the consulting giant details the most exciting news upfront.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 29, 2022

A hacking group by the name of Gonjeshke Darande (Farsi for Predatory Sparrow) hit the networks of three of Iran's largest steel companies: Khouzestan Steel, Hormozgan Steel, and Mobarakeh Steel. The AP reported that the equipment shown is that of Khouzestan Steel, which had to shut down operations due to technical failure.

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Network World

MARCH 24, 2017

What’s the best way to avoid Android malware? Downloading all your apps from the Google Play store -- where software is vetted – is perhaps the best advice. Security researchers do find new Android malware lurking on Google’s official app store. percent of all apps, according to a new report from Google.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MARCH 25, 2022

By Andy Nallappan, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Software Business Operations, Broadcom Software. Last December, Broadcom Software published our blog: Predictions for 2022. Meanwhile, geopolitical conflicts are threatening to cause spillover effects on corporate networks. First up, Zero Trust.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Lazarus used new infrastructure, relying on IP addresses without domain names, and a new version of the Dtrack info-stealer malware, along with a new version of the GREASE malware for admin account creation and protection bypass. See the report by WithSecure, No Pineapple!

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CTOvision

JULY 29, 2013

” “The suppliers will provide a centralized way for government agencies to procure hardware, software and consulting services for continuous monitoring and real-time threat detection.” ” The size and import of a hub such as this one should create a very interesting bidding and proposal process.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 26, 2020

A required tax software for some Western companies with Chinese offices comes with a free bonus: pre-installed malware. Tax software package includes 'GoldenSpy' backdoor. That's what happened to a number of Western companies establishing new offices in China, according to a report on the incident from TrustWave Spider Labs.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 14, 2023

The Lazarus Group, a North Korean cybercriminal organization known for its cyber espionage and financially motivated attacks, has been observed shifting targets and refining techniques in their campaign dubbed "DeathNote," according to a recent report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky.

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The Verge

APRIL 13, 2022

An attack on Ukraine’s power grid was foiled by cybersecurity analysts and officials, as reported by Reuters. After investigating the methods and software used by the attackers, cybersecurity firm ESET says that it was likely carried out by a hacking group called Sandworm, which The Record reports allegedly has ties to the Russian government.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Protecting against external threats Cyber hygiene acts as a shield against external threats that aim to compromise the security of your devices and networks. Avoid infected devices Be cautious when connecting to unknown or potentially compromised devices, such as public computers or untrusted networks.

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Network World

MARCH 22, 2017

A zero-day attack called Double Agent can take over antivirus software on Windows machines and turn it into malware that encrypts files for ransom, exfiltrates data or formats the hard drives. Double Agent was discovered by Cybellum researchers and has not been seen in the wild.

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GeekWire

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The “malware-as-a-service” is used to serve nation-states and criminal networks, Microsoft said. ” Microsoft said it used a new legal approach for the first time that includes copyright claims “against Trickbot’s malicious use of our software code.” The New York Times reported that the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 16, 2021

Now you can add this one: nation-state cyber actors using the platform to distribute malware and conduct espionage operations. This group used various malicious tactics to identify its targets and infect their devices with malware to enable espionage.". Outsourcing malware development. Privacy violations?

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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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Galido

OCTOBER 31, 2018

For any business today, scanning its systems and network for vulnerabilities is of critical importance. We now have all kinds of new, improved vulnerability scanners that make it all easy for entrepreneurs and network admins. To be noted is the fact that a vulnerability scanner is as important as a malware scanner today.

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CTOvision

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Security provider Blue Coat reports that the average data breach costs an organization $10,000, with some breaches being more commonly reported in the tens of millions. Install malware protection software. Mobile malware used to be uncommon, but its popularity is growing. Update apps as soon as possible.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In fact, CIO has reported that it takes only a few minutes for experienced hackers to set up a social engineering attack against enterprises (and their managed service providers) that consider themselves to be secure and protected. Don’t log in to WiFi networks you don’t trust. Smishing: Phishing over text (SMS) messages.

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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

JUNE 18, 2023

Bots are highly versatile software programs designed to automate tasks and streamline processes. According to a recent report , bots accounted for a staggering 47.4% Out of the 13 countries examined in the report, seven exhibited levels of bad bot traffic, surpassing the global average of 30.2%. Stats on bots 1.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2023

No charging station is safe, apparently, as the FBI is warning travelers looking to charge their devices in airports, hotels, and coffee shops that "juice jacking" is a thing—as bad actors are using public chargers and even free cables and charging plugs to infect phones and other devices with malware.

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CTOvision

MARCH 22, 2017

Ransomware is a fairly simple process that can have devastating results—a person clicks on a link or accesses a file on their computer that nearly instantly encrypts all of the data on their computer or in their network. Ransomware is different than other malware and viruses because it is nearly impossible to break on your own.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

Malware and attackers can "break in" in various ways. These attacks can come from malicious instructions, social engineering, or authentication attacks, as well as heavy network traffic. If you detect a phishing email, make sure to avoid all links, and report them! Social engineering has its tells, though.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

A mid-year breach report from Risk Based Security and the OSF [4] cited that 59% of reported attacks were in the business sector, followed by 16.1% The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Most Active Malware Today. from the government.

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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. Researchers discovered this malicious software reached more than 10 million people through Android’s Google Play Store and third-party app stores, resulting in millions of dollars stolen. GriftHorse Trojan scope and apps infected.

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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. Nearly every network security system runs some kind of logging process, which gives popular libraries like log4j an enormous reach.

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GeekWire

MARCH 29, 2024

Veeam Software , the top company by market share in data protection and ransomware recovery, has officially shifted its corporate headquarters from Columbus, Ohio, to the Seattle area, drawn by the close proximity of the major cloud providers and the deep pool of technical talent. Veeam CEO Anand Eswaran inside the company’s new headquarters.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

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. Co3 Systems. RedOwl Analytics. Light Cyber.

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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.". FBI issues new warning against Chinese tax software.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MARCH 3, 2024

For its 2023 Security Priorities report, Foundry surveyed 790 IT security workers to understand their projects and priorities. The adversaries, at least for now, have the upper hand on many global organisations,” the report concluded. Its conclusions were less than optimal. Using zero trust.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

IBM’s 2023 Cost of Data Breach report shows customers bear damages as companies pass costs through increased prices. Types of Cyber Attacks Ransomware A potent malware, Ransomware is now the preferred tool for cybercriminals. In 2023, Cloudflare reported a 117% spike in these attacks.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

The email would include an attachment that when clicked installs malware that steals the individual's sensitive information. Malware attacks Malware cyberattacks are designed to disrupt computer systems, access sensitive networks, and hack sensitive data. Malware attacks are carried out via infected websites and software.

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