Google Warns of Critical Android Remote Code Execution Bug
Google’s Android security update addressed 43 bugs overall affecting Android handsets, including Samsung phones. Continue reading Google Warns of Critical Android Remote Code Execution Bug
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Major Gaming Companies Hit with Ransomware Linked to APT27
Researchers say a recent attack targeting videogaming developers has ‘strong links’ to the infamous APT27 threat group. Continue reading Major Gaming Companies Hit with Ransomware Linked to APT27
ElectroRAT Drains Cryptocurrency Wallet Funds of Thousands
At least 6,500 cryptocurrency users have been infected by new, ‘extremely intrusive’ malware that’s spread via trojanized macOS, Windows and Linux apps. Continue reading ElectroRAT Drains Cryptocurrency Wallet Funds of Thousands
ElectroRAT Drains Cryptocurrency Wallet Funds of Thousands
At least 6,500 cryptocurrency users have been infected by new, ‘extremely intrusive’ malware that’s spread via trojanized macOS, Windows and Linux apps. Continue reading ElectroRAT Drains Cryptocurrency Wallet Funds of Thousands
Ticketmaster Coughs Up $10 Million Fine After Hacking Rival Business
Several Ticketmaster executives conspired a hack against a rival concert presales firm, in attempt to ‘choke off’ its business. Continue reading Ticketmaster Coughs Up $10 Million Fine After Hacking Rival Business
Japanese Aerospace Firm Kawasaki Warns of Data Breach
The Japanese aerospace manufacturer said that starting in June, overseas unauthorized access to its servers may have compromised customer data. Continue reading Japanese Aerospace Firm Kawasaki Warns of Data Breach
Ransomware in 2020: A Banner Year for Extortion
From attacks on the UVM Health Network that delayed chemotherapy appointments, to ones on public schools that delayed students going back to the classroom, ransomware gangs disrupted organizations to inordinate levels in 2020. Continue reading Ransomware in 2020: A Banner Year for Extortion
Patrick Wardle on Hackers Leveraging ‘Powerful’ iOS Bugs in High-Level Attacks
Noted Apple security expert Patrick Wardle discusses how cybercriminals are stepping up their game in targeting Apple users with new techniques and cyberattacks. Continue reading Patrick Wardle on Hackers Leveraging ‘Powerful’ iOS Bugs in High-Level Attacks
Simplifying Proactive Defense With Threat Playbooks
FortiGuard Labs’ Derek Manky talks about how threat playbooks can equip defense teams with the tools they need to fight back against evolving attacker TTPs. Continue reading Simplifying Proactive Defense With Threat Playbooks
Dark Web Pricing Skyrockets for Microsoft RDP Servers, Payment-Card Data
Underground marketplace pricing on RDP server access, compromised payment card data and DDoS-For-Hire services are surging. Continue reading Dark Web Pricing Skyrockets for Microsoft RDP Servers, Payment-Card Data