Threatpost Poll: Can We Fix 2FA?
Take our short poll to weigh in on the state of two-factor authentication. Continue reading Threatpost Poll: Can We Fix 2FA?
Author Archives: Tara Seals
Ryuk Hauls in $3.7M in ‘Earnings,’ Adds TrickBot to the Attack Mix
The malware’s operator, Grim Spider, could be affiliated with Russian cybercrime rings, according to some — others say there’s no concrete evidence. Continue reading Ryuk Hauls in $3.7M in ‘Earnings,’ Adds TrickBot to the Attack Mix
Pre-Installed Android App Impacts Millions with Slew of Malicious Activity
The app was developed by legitimate Chinese manufacturing giant TCL. Continue reading Pre-Installed Android App Impacts Millions with Slew of Malicious Activity
TA505 Crime Gang Debuts Brand-New ServHelper Backdoor
The latest malware from TA505 has been seen targeting banks, retailers and restaurants with two different versions. Continue reading TA505 Crime Gang Debuts Brand-New ServHelper Backdoor
Yet Another Bypass: Is 2FA Broken? Authentication Experts Weigh In
A penetration testing tool called Modlishka can defeat two-factor authentication in the latest 2FA security issue. We asked a roundtable of experts what it all means. Continue reading Yet Another Bypass: Is 2FA Broken? Authentication Experts Weigh In
Google Search Results Spoofed to Create Fake News
The technique can be used to spread disinformation while leveraging the trust people have in Google’s search results. Continue reading Google Search Results Spoofed to Create Fake News
ICEPick-3PC: A Sophisticated Adware That Collects Data En Masse
Researchers think an organized crime gang is running the massive campaigns, prepping for large-scale follow-on attacks on Android users. Continue reading ICEPick-3PC: A Sophisticated Adware That Collects Data En Masse
The Promise and Peril of 5G
As the hype at CES demonstrates, 5G is the newest and shiniest tech bauble out there: but security concerns loom. Continue reading The Promise and Peril of 5G
Malvertising Campaign Delivers Double Whammy of Ransomware and Info-Stealing
The whole attack takes place in under a minute. Continue reading Malvertising Campaign Delivers Double Whammy of Ransomware and Info-Stealing
Zerodium Raises Zero-Day Payout Ceiling to $2M
Apple exploits will fetch the highest price. Continue reading Zerodium Raises Zero-Day Payout Ceiling to $2M