Security Boulevard

APRIL 16, 2021

It's time for Security Awareness to adapt by thinking Cyber The transition to working from home, as well as the necessary technological change, has had an effect on businesses all over the world. Current approaches to human user security are antiquated, infrequent, complex or patronising.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 5, 2024

The post Self-Replicating AI Malware is Here? ComPromptMized appeared first on Security Boulevard. Skrik: Researchers worm themselves into your nightmares.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 4, 2021

That's the question thousands of security awareness practitioners ask themselves each year about building a successful program. Let's take a peek at some highlights from this year's 2021 State of the Phish report to help you successfully build an impactful security awareness program. Who should be learning?

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BH Consulting

OCTOBER 6, 2022

These virtual identities are then used to open accounts, purchase merchandise and services, or further distribute malware for other purposes (e.g., But with what we now know about the behavioural economics behind phishing, together with attackers changing up their approach, now is a good time to check your security awareness programme.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Kaspersky researchers recently found evidence of an advanced threat group continuously updating its malware to evade security products, similar to a release cycle for developers. The sophisticated malware was hidden in malicious Word file attachments. during their investigation. See the Best EDR Solutions.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Researchers attribute the Raspberry Robin malware to the Russian cybercrime group known as Evil Corp group. IBM Security X-Force researchers discovered similarities between a component used in the Raspberry Robin malware and a Dridex malware loader, which was part of the malicious operations of the cybercrime gang Evil Corp.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

TikTok’s ‘Invisible Body’ challenge was too great an opportunity for malware scrotes to pass up: “You too can see you favorite TikTok star naked!”. The post Naked TikTok Girls = Malware Mayhem ? InvisibleFilter appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The attachment may direct you to a phishing site, or even attempt some form of malware hijack. If you’re using Microsoft Office products, most if not all forms of enablement required to activate malware via document should be disabled by default.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Attackers have always targeted online collaboration tools like Slack and Discord for malware distribution and phishing. Advanced Threat Protection to block all known malware and command-and-control activity. Use Advanced Cloud Sandbox to prevent unknown malware delivered as part of a second stage payload. Malware protection.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

What’s the best way for a company to test its malware defenses in real-life scenarios? The past few years have seen both an uptick in cyberattacks and a dire shortage of security talent. The post Safely Test Your Malware, Ransomware and Virus Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 11, 2022

Cloud-delivered malware is now more prevalent than web-delivered malware. In 2021, malware downloads originating from cloud apps increased to 66% of all malware downloads when compared to traditional websites, up from 46% at the beginning of 2020.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 4, 2022

OpenText today published a Nastiest Malware of 2022 report that highlighted how ransomware attacks are evolving into triple threats. The post OpenText Report Identifies Nastiest Malware for 2022 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Specifically, the report identified the Lockbit ransomware gang as the main driver.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 9, 2022

Messaging apps like Discord and Telegram have become a conduit for malware, as their popularity grows among users who want to create and share programs on the platforms. The post Malware Families Love Telegram, Discord as Much as Users appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

percent of all malware detected on networks of WatchGuard Technologies customers in the second quarter came over encrypted connections, raising the security risk for the 80 percent of such organizations that lack processes for decrypting and scanning HTTPS traffic for threats. Malware in Encrypted Traffic. A surprising 91.5

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 17, 2022

One thing threat actors and cybersecurity analysts have in common is that they’re both in a constant race to analyze the latest emerging malware and threats. The post Fake News, New Malware Drive Recent Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. The latter has the more critical, difficult and time-sensitive tasks.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 23, 2021

The post Cybercriminals Inducing Insiders to Plant Malware appeared first on Security Boulevard. Insider recruitment, be it sponsored by a nation-state, competitor or criminal enterprise, is not new. The means by which the adversary approaches the target.

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SC Magazine

JULY 1, 2021

This creates a major gap in security awareness, considering the 65,000 ransomware attacks deployed in the U.S. With biotech roles emerging into security positions, there’s a simultaneous learning inertia with understanding how to create security to enable business operations.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 12, 2021

The use of wiper malware—a tool used by nation-states under the guise of ransomware to inflict as much damage as possible and completely disrupt operations—as a malicious attack is not new, but recent changes have made the threat more dangerous. The post Wiper Malware Grows More Malicious appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 18, 2023

One of the oldest malware tricks in the book — hacked websites claiming visitors need to update their Web browser before they can view any content — has roared back to life in the past few months. “The team is committed to ongoing monitoring of addresses that are involved in spreading malware scripts on the BSC. .

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Security Boulevard

JULY 26, 2021

Cloud application security risks continue to rise as malware delivered by cloud applications continues to grow, according to a study by Netskope.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

How to Enhance Cyber Security Awareness and Cyber Intelligence Enterprise cyber security awareness and cyber risk management programs encircle a full range of actions required to protect corporate IT infrastructure and sensitive data. What are the benefits of cyber security awareness trainings?

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Security Boulevard

MAY 6, 2021

That’s certainly noteworthy, but the 400% increase in malware and app exposure is. The post Despite MDM, Financial Services Plagued by Phishing, Malware appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 3, 2023

But as malware evolves and cyberattacks become more common, keeping up with the top threats to the channel can be difficult. Malwarebytes addresses this question in the 2023 State of Malware Report, identifying the five most potentially damaging malware threats that MSPs, SIs, VARs, including their clients, should prioritize.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 10, 2022

Plus, details on a new attack using fake shopping apps and how a new malware toolkit called “Borat RAT” is […]. The post Truths and Myths of Privacy, Fake Shopping Apps, Borat RAT Malware appeared first on The Shared Security Show.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 15, 2023

Related: Privacy rules for vehicles As vehicles continue to offer modern features such as app-to-car connectivity, remote control access, and driver assistance software, … (more…) The post SHARED INTEL: From airbags to malware: vehicle cyber safety arises in the age of connected cars appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 15, 2022

The post Gov’t Advisory Warns of Pipedream Malware Aimed at ICS appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2022

A recent experience highlighted that security awareness training and most alerts to users about unsafe practices may be making the error of being too general. An alert came in one morning about a security alert generated by my device. 180 to download additional malware and deletes itself after installation.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The meaning of “cybersecurity awareness” changed in some pretty meaningful ways in 2021. Comprehensive employee security awareness training helps organizations to reduce risky behaviors, build a security-first internal culture and prevent cyberattacks. But what does “security awareness” mean?

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

These can be vehicles for delivering malware, committing fraud, or harvesting valuable data. Malicious apps and websites In addition to phishing lures, users need to watch out for fake websites, mobile apps, and browser extensions purporting to offer scoreboards, livestreams, or special betting opportunities.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Forking hell: Scrotebots clone thousands of projects, injecting malware millions of times. The post GitHub Fights Forks — Millions of Them — Huge Software Supply Chain Security FAIL appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureList

MAY 6, 2024

A significant share of scam, phishing and malware attacks is about money. Amid the current threat landscape, Kaspersky has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the financial risks, pinpointing key trends and providing recommendations to effectively mitigate risks and enhance security posture. million detections compared to 5.04

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Many of the detections were due to malicious attachments and previously unseen threats, showcasing the importance of using innovative security measures YARA Rules Impact YARA rules were pivotal in detecting millions of malicious attempts spotlighting statistical patterns and malware family indicators.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

ChatGPT has raised alarm among cybersecurity researchers for its unnerving ability in composing everything from sophisticated malware to phishing lures – but it’s important to keep in mind that the tool can help support cybersecurity defenses as well. Grinberg said the broader lesson is simple: don’t ignore the threats.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

Malware and attackers can "break in" in various ways. The pillars mentioned are policies, technical controls, and security awareness training. Technical controls Installing technical controls can allow for a more secure system, and anti-malware, anti-spam, and content filtering controls are a good start.

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Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2022

When was the last time you secretly smiled when ransomware gangs had their bitcoin stolen, their malware servers shut down, or were forced to disband? MALWARE CONTINUES TO ITERATE, AND GROW. In fact, there are 31% fewer infections when endpoint and DNS protection are combined. PHISHING PREYED ON A VOLATILE MARKET.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Security Awareness Training Strategist at Proofpoint. Security Awareness Finding #1: training programs need improving. The State of the Phish research found that nearly every organization surveyed has some sort of security awareness training. Security Awareness Finding #2: what phishing attacks lead to.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 1, 2024

Follow HYAS on LinkedIn Follow HYAS on X Summary of Top ASNs and Malware Origins AS9318 - SK Broadband Co Ltd (South Korea) AS9318, also known as SK Broadband Co Ltd, is a significant Internet Service Provider (ISP) based in South Korea. Despite its prominence, there's a notable presence of malware activity associated with this ASN.

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