eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 29, 2024

An antivirus can offer some security for users worried about stumbling upon malware while browsing the Internet. A good antivirus can detect malware on whatever device the antivirus is scanning. A lot of what an antivirus gives users is peace of mind and a feeling of safety when using their computer.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 22, 2025

The cybersecurity landscape has witnessed a dramatic shift with the rise of AI-powered phishing attacks. Limitations of traditional security measures While organizations typically rely on email filters, firewalls, and antivirus software, these solutions often fall short against AI-powered phishing attacks.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

For over 25 years, Webroot has been on the front lines of cybersecurity, protecting millions of people and businesses from evolving threats. What began as antivirus product has expanded into a comprehensive portfolio to secure your entire digital life. But as technology advances, so do the threats. What is Total Protection?

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Maybe you already have other personal cybersecurity tools for personal user and think you don’t need a VPN. Antivirus augmentation Even if you already have antivirus software, using a VPN enhances your personal cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is only going to get more important as technology—and cyberthreats—advance.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2025

Delivered via phishing and hosted on compromised SharePoint sites, it remains undetected by most antivirus solutions, posing a serious security risk. ” reads the report published by cybersecurity firm PRODAFT. Despite its mild obfuscation, it remains fully undetected (FUD) by most antivirus solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 22, 2024

However, this surge in usage has also opened the door to a growing array of cybersecurity threats. Recent Trends and Evolution Recent reports from cybersecurity firms, including McAfee and Sekoia , indicate a significant uptick in ClickFix campaigns, particularly in regions like the United States and Japan.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 10, 2025

A version discovered by Check Point in September relied on Apple’s XProtect encryption algorithm for obfuscation, allowing it to evade antivirus detection until its source code leak in November. The malicious code was advertised on cybercrime forums for $3,000 per month.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Understanding the recent trends, tactics, and effective countermeasures is crucial for anyone concerned about cybersecurity. Recent incidents include attacks on government agencies, critical infrastructure, and major corporations, highlighting the vulnerability of national cybersecurity defenses.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2025

In a comprehensive new report, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike unveiled a rapidly evolving threat landscape that challenges traditional defenses. Notably, 79% of detections were malware-free a reminder that modern adversaries often bypass traditional antivirus defenses by leveraging innovative, non-malware techniques.

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BH Consulting

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Irish small and medium enterprises selling internationally can avail of a grant scheme to review and update their cybersecurity. It’s an affordable way for businesses to gain expert insights and improve their cybersecurity posture in a way that’s appropriate to their business. What cybersecurity controls give good value for money?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2025

” said Dmitry Kalinin, a cybersecurity expert at Kaspersky Lab. In March 2018, security researchers at Antivirus firmDr.Web discovered that 42 models of low-cost Android smartphones were shipped with the Android.Triada.231 . “the authors of the new version of Triada are actively monetizing their efforts.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The FBI recommends limiting or isolating vulnerable devices, monitoring networks, and following cybersecurity best practices.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2025

Secure cybersecurity tools help businesses work more efficiently by safeguarding conversations, protecting sensitive files, and ensuring compliance. 5 Ease of use 5/5 Malwarebytes provides comprehensive tools to secure your devices, including antivirus, anti-malware, privacy protection, and scam protection. Overall Reviewer Score 4.6/5

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

This article delves deeper into the challenges faced by the oil and gas industry, highlighting practical strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure through cybersecurity, data analytics, and regulatory compliance. Regularly updating and patching systems, including antivirus software, firewalls, and SCADA networks, can mitigate this risk.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 7, 2025

Upon gaining initial access to the target, Medusa hackers use remote management and monitoring (RMM) tools like SimpleHelp and AnyDesk for maintaining persistence and employ BYOVD with KillAV to disable antivirus, a tactic seen in BlackCat and RansomHub ransomware operations.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2025

Are Businesses Truly Prepared for Todays Cybersecurity Challenges? So, how well-prepared is the average business when it comes to cybersecurity essentials? Business Cybersecurity: More Than Just Firewalls and Antivirus One critical aspect of [] The post Confident Cybersecurity: Essentials for Every Business appeared first on Entro.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

New York, the city that never sleeps, is also the city that takes cybersecurity very seriously. If you’re part of the financial services ecosystem hereor interact with businesses regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Servicesyouve likely come across the NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2024

CISA adds Fortinet products and Ivanti CSA bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Nation-state actor exploited three Ivanti CSA zero-days Dutch police dismantled dual dark web market ‘Bohemia/Cannabia’ macOS HM Surf flaw in TCC allows bypass Safari privacy settings Iran-linked actors target critical infrastructure organizations (..)

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In August 2024, several users reported that Dr.Web antivirus detected changes in their TV box system files. Users may also mistakenly believe TV boxes are more secure than smartphones and are less likely to install antivirus software, increasing their risk when downloading third-party apps or unofficial firmware.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

It gathers system details, including antivirus information, encodes the data, and sends it to a remote server. This Trojan poses a significant threat to financial cybersecurity, particularly because it has the potential to expand beyond its initial targets.” ” concludes the report.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2025

Under the hood: attack methodology and evasion tactics According to cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky, the malware leverages Windows Packet Divert (WPD) tools a technique increasingly used to distribute malware under the guise of helpful software. Why organizations should care Organizations of all sizes and industries must take note.

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Security Affairs

MAY 1, 2025

A cybercrime group named Hive0117 is behind a fresh phishing campaign that targeted Russian organizations with a new version of the DarkWatchman malware, according to Russian cybersecurity firm F6. The DarkWatchman malware can evade detection by standard antivirus software.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 11, 2025

In today’s cybersecurity landscape, much of the focus is placed on firewalls, antivirus software, and endpoint detection. While these tools are essential, one critical layer often goes overlooked: the Domain Name System (DNS). When left unsecured, it becomes a single point of

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Security Affairs

JULY 9, 2025

The statement underlined Shellter’s commitment to vetting its customers and cooperating with authorities, while calling for better communication between red and blue team communities in the cybersecurity industry. Both stealers used Shellter to evade detection with low antivirus flagging.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 18, 2025

Here are some things to look out for and stay safe: instructions to disable security software so the program can run (do not disable the antivirus that’s trying to protect you!) We dont just report on threatswe remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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Zero Day

JUNE 6, 2025

Based on an analysis by cybersecurity news platform Hackread , the data contains dates of birth, phone numbers, email addresses, street addresses, and even social security numbers. " Also:  Stop paying for antivirus software. The SSA will issue new numbers under certain circumstances , including identity theft.

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Cisco Security

JULY 7, 2025

Over the past several years, Hyrum has been obsessed with how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are impacting the cybersecurity industry. During his time with Cisco and at Robust Intelligence before that, Hyrum has been on a self-proclaimed crusade to get people to understand the cybersecurity risks from AI/ML.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 6, 2025

A joint advisory from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) states that Play ransomware has hit approximately 900 organizations over the past three years. ” reads the advisory.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The cybersecurity world has been abuzz with news of a new Linux variant of FASTCash, a sophisticated malware targeting the banking sector. Stealth Capabilities : The malware is designed to avoid detection by traditional antivirus solutions, employing techniques such as process masquerading and rootkit-like functionality.

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Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

The very basic definition of credential attack vectors is that they're the top threat in cybersecurity. Understanding the problem is the initial step towards building a strong, cybersecure external scaffolding for your files and important information. Credential Attack Vectors: The Top Upcoming Threat in Cybersecurity 1.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 24, 2025

The malware, which cybersecurity company Cleafy calls SuperCard X, uses a feature now found in most Android phones: near-field communication (NFC). Most antivirus programs for Android fail to spot it, says Cleafy. We dont just report on phone securitywe provide it Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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Penetration Testing

JUNE 18, 2025

Cisco ClamAV versions 1.4.3 fix critical flaws: CVE-2025-20260 (CVSS 9.8) in PDF scanning could allow RCE, and CVE-2025-20234 (UDF) leads to DoS.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 27, 2025

Run a full antivirus/malware scan. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. If you’ve clicked a link like this: Clear your browser cache and cookies. Check your account login history. Enable 2FA if you haven’t already. It may mean the attackers are just getting started.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Scammers will usually ask their victims to download a program to remotely access their computer so that they can take a look at the issue and fix it. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

From zombie botnets to phishing phantoms, these threats might sound like campfire tales, but they're some of the most sinister forces in cybersecurity today. Ransomware's curse: the digital witch's spell Perhaps the most dreaded curse in cybersecurity, ransomware locks users out of their systems and demands payment to lift the spell.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Its a top-end, true all-in-one offering based on a new platform that combines antivirus, password manager, identity protection, VPN, backup, and parental controls. Comprehensive antivirus software is most effective when used in conjunction with security best practices.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 21, 2025

According to Check Point, it also employs a sneaky method to dodge antivirus scans by temporarily making malicious memory pages inaccessible. It uses advanced techniques to avoid detection , like masking strings in its code and only decrypting them briefly in memory before erasing them.

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