SecureWorld News

MAY 1, 2023

Google has obtained a temporary court order to disrupt the distribution of CryptBot, a Windows-based information-stealing malware that has infected more than 670,000 computers in 2022. The harvested data is then sold to other attackers for use in data breach campaigns.

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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. Cybercriminals tirelessly devise new technologies and strategies to infiltrate systems, steal data, and disrupt lives.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

“Sideloading is a cyber criminal’s best friend and requiring that on iPhone would be a gold rush for the malware industry,” according to Apple senior vice president Craig Federighi, who delivered a dramatic speech at Web Summit 2021 declaiming the security risks if Apple were required to let users sideload apps.

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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. According to the new Uptycs whitepaper, Detecting the Silent Threat: 'Stealers are Organization Killers' (gated link), a variety of new info stealers have emerged this year, preying on Windows, Linux, and macOS systems.

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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. But when it comes to good old-fashioned software security, Windows 11 is relatively simple.

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Galido

JANUARY 12, 2017

Each computer system may have a malware or viruses, including Linux. Fortunately, there are only a few viruses which can affect Linux, but users are usually not installing antivirus software but later on they pray that their OS is not endangered. Some users may argue that antivirus software consumes and uses too many resources.

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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. It does that by checking your IP address, time zone, and various other system settings such as web rendering that identifies virtual machines,” said The Malwarebytes.”

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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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TechSpot

MAY 10, 2023

AV-TEST, an independent organization that evaluates and rates antivirus and security suite software, tested 18 antivirus packages for Windows 10. The examination involved testing the programs against around 12,000 malware samples mixed into 1.5 It also.

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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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CTOvision

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Malware exists even there - and it spreads fast. The cloud isn’t some mystical, software-based entity, completely detached from the physical world. And like any system with a physical backend, the cloud can easily be subject to a wide range of vulnerabilities - including malware. Rachel Gillevet. You’ll need it.

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Galido

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Information Technology Blog - - How to Protect Your PC from Viruses and Malware - Information Technology Blog. Knowing the fact malware threat is not limited to any user base or country, as it is looming large and causing serious data security threat, it becomes important to apply preventive measures. Update Software.

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Kitaboo

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Digital publishing has simplified the process for modern-day publishers to create and distribute their eBooks using eBook encryption software. One of the best solutions to secure your eBooks from duplication or unauthorized share and use is encryption software, it helps eliminate copyright violations to a large extent.

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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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CTOvision

JANUARY 22, 2014

Each night, software updates propagate from upstream data centers out to stores and down to each device in the store. In thread two, we are introduced to the potential culprit: Kaptoxa which is a purpose built form of malware for targeting POS systems. 12/15 – Victim identifies malware on POS systems.

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Galido

MARCH 4, 2019

Information Technology Blog - - Why Malware Prevention Should Be A Priority This Year - Information Technology Blog. What is Malware? Malware or malicious software is designed to damage or disable computers and can often cause serious damage before they are even detected. Malware prevention VS. Malware detection.

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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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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.

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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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Dataconomy

AUGUST 1, 2023

A plan will help you figure out exactly the type of software you need and the benefits it will deliver to your customers, employees, and, ultimately, your business’s bottom line. Assuring cybersecurity A key element of any digital transformation strategy must include the deployment of cybersecurity software. Is it scaleable?

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

.” By understanding the methods that criminal hackers commonly use, organizations can take proactive measures to safeguard their systems and protect their data. In this blog post, we'll explore common techniques used to penetrate systems and how organizations can defend against each type of attack.

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The Verge

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

A tool released on GitHub advertised the sought-after ability to unlock the full Ethereum mining capabilities of recent Nvidia RTX graphics cards but actually contains malware. The publication points readers to Joe’s SandBox Cloud , a cool site that illustrates exactly how the malicious file spreads through a system upon installation.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Despite widespread awareness and patches issued by software developers, the vulnerability's exploitation remains a persistent threat. As part of Operation Blacksmith, Lazarus has introduced three previously unseen malware families written in the DLang programming language. Patrick Carey, Sr.

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Forrester IT

MAY 15, 2017

For years, many of us in the cybersecurity industry have been jumping up and down on desks and trying to get the world (writ large) to pay attention to managing and patching outdated systems and operating systems that have been running legacy software, to no avail. Problem solved, or at least made manageable. Cyber Attacks.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Malware is an abbreviated term that stands for “malicious software.” Spyware is an abbreviated term that stands for “spy software” Malicious, spy software is designed for the purpose of gaining access to your computer and often damaging a computer and spreading the malware without the owner knowing.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Epic trial, Apple software leader Craig Federighi argued that tight control over the App Store was necessary for securing the iPhone. Federighi cast heavy doubts about whether Apple would be able to secure iPhones without its App Review system acting as a gateway, by saying that the macOS security was basically in a bad place.

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Galido

AUGUST 3, 2016

Malware is an abbreviated term that stands for “malicious software.” This malicious software is designed for the purpose of gaining access to your computer and often damage a computer without the owner knowing. What is Malware? There are various types of malware. Tips for Spotting Malware. Keyloggers.

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The Verge

APRIL 12, 2022

Cybersecurity firm Webroot claims that competitors’ software infringes on a decades-old patent In early March, cybersecurity firm Webroot and its parent company OpenText launched a series of patent litigation containing some eye-opening claims. Illustration by Beatrice Sala. The court can issue a number of remedies here,” Duan said.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 22, 2022

Threats to software supply chains became a public issue when the U.S. So, given the implications of that egregious breach of public confidence, I probably don't need to tell you that we have a problem with software supply chains. Software enables everything, so its compromise threatens the very basis of our society.

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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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Gizmodo

APRIL 9, 2021

The app is actually a trojan designed to inject malware into your computer. Cybercriminals have been pushing Facebook users to download a Clubhouse app “for PC,” something that doesn’t exist. The popular new invite-only chat app is only available on iPhone but worldwide interest in the platform has risen and users are… Read more.

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TechSpot

MAY 12, 2022

As reported by Bleeping Computer, HP has issued an advisory over potential security vulnerabilities that could allow arbitrary code execution with Kernel privileges, which would enable hackers to access to a device's BIOS and plant malware that can't be removed by traditional antivirus software or reinstalling the operating system.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Cyber hygiene is the practice of adopting good cybersecurity habits and measures to protect digital systems and data from cyber threats ( Image credit ) What is cyber hygiene? These devices may contain malware or be under surveillance, posing a risk to your sensitive information. Stick to trusted and secure devices whenever possible.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 13, 2021

A new Ricochet anti-cheat system is arriving in both Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Vanguard. The system will use a combination of a PC kernel-level driver, machine learning algorithms to examine player behavior, and a “team of dedicated professionals” working to investigate cheaters. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 15, 2024

Traditional open source software is just that — code. A model trained on, say, an archive of flat earth conspiracy theories will be bad at answering science questions, or a model fine-tuned by North Korean hackers might be bad at correctly identifying malware. Which brings us to the other aspect of open source licensing.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 23, 2021

He explains how anyone can get system privileges on Windows devices simply by plugging in a Razer mouse, keyboard, or dongle, giving them complete control of the system and allowing the installation of unauthorized software, including malware. Security researcher jonhat revealed the bug on Twitter (via BleepingComputer).

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Computerworld Vertical IT

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

When Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of software engineering last year said, “We have a level of malware on the Mac that we don’t find acceptable,” he apparently really meant it. Federighi characterized Apple as being in an enduring battle against malware on the Mac. Apple is giant taking steps to secure the Mac.

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