Tech Republic Security

APRIL 14, 2022

Hackers are using a technique known as Quoted-printable to trick security defenses into thinking a malicious link is legitimate, says Avanan. The post How cybercriminals are creating malicious hyperlinks that bypass security software appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2025

They found unsecured IoT devices, including webcams and a fingerprint scanner, using them to bypass security defenses and successfully deploy the ransomware. Realizing EDR was active, they pivoted by scanning the network for vulnerable devices.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 25, 2024

Threat actors are exploiting a novel attack technique in the wild that leverages specially crafted management saved console (MSC) files to gain full code execution using Microsoft Management Console (MMC) and evade security defenses.

Security Defenses 141

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 5, 2025

So, is this truly the game-changing approach toward secure defenses we have been looking for? Mastering the Art of Securing Non-Human Identities Seamlessly managing Non-Human Identities is akin to playing a [] The post Crafting Impenetrable Defenses for Your NHIs appeared first on Entro.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to bypass security defenses, and the latest tactic, as reported by Perception Point, involves using ZIP concatenation to deliver Trojan malware to Windows... The post Trojan Malware Delivered via ZIP Concatenation: A New Threat to Windows Users appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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The Hacker News

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of an evasive malware campaign that makes use of valid code signing certificates to sneak past security defenses and stay under the radar with the goal of deploying Cobalt Strike and BitRAT payloads on compromised systems.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2024

GAI models can refine these tools to bypass security defenses, making attacks more sophisticated and harder to detect. One of the most alarming aspects of GAI is its potential for automating complex attack processes. This includes creating tools for offensive purposes, such as malware or scripts designed to exploit vulnerabilities.

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The Hacker News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

As cyber threats continue to evolve, adversaries are deploying a range of tools to breach security defenses and compromise sensitive data. This article explores the seriousness of compromised credentials, the challenges they present to security solutions, and the

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CSO Magazine

JULY 13, 2021

To protect your enterprise against security threats, you need maximum visibility. That’s the fundamental notion behind SIEM (security information and event management) software, which is essential to the security defenses of most large and many medium enterprises.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

As businesses rely more on mobile devices for authentication and communication, these evolving threats are slipping past conventional security defenses, putting corporate networks at greater risk. Zimperium found that mishing activity peaked in August 2024, with over 1,000 daily attacks recorded. What is mishing?

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 15, 2020

In fact, the cyber operations budget is higher than the budgets for the CISA, the FBI and the Department of Justice's National Security Division combined ($3.7 government budgeted as much on military construction for cyber units as it did for the entirety of Homeland Security ($1.9 billion compared to $2.21 billion compared to $371.4

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The Hacker News

MARCH 17, 2025

Advanced threat groups are exploiting outdated hardware, abusing legitimate tools for financial fraud, and finding new ways to bypass security defenses. From sophisticated nation-state campaigns to stealthy malware lurking in unexpected places, this weeks cybersecurity landscape is a reminder that attackers are always evolving.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As today’s security threat environment evolves, SaaS security posture management (SSPM) has become a key part of a CISO's security defense plan. The post A CISO’s Guide to SaaS Security Posture Management appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As some hackers have developed a malware that uses code signing certificates to avoid detection by security defenses and has the tendency to download payloads onto a compromised system.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 8, 2023

Arguably, security defenses and awareness still lag behind the pace of digital transformation in manufacturing, where informational and operational. Read More The post Cybersecurity in Manufacturing: Key Threats and Risks appeared first on Nuspire.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Black Lotus is able to disable security solutions, including Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI), BitLocker, and Windows Defender. The rootkit is able to bypass security defenses like UAC and Secure Boot, it is able to load unsigned drivers used to perform a broad range of malicious activities.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 5, 2025

Microsoft has notified affected customers and is raising awareness to help mitigate Silk Typhoons threats, offering guidance to disrupt their operations and enhance security defenses. The group has been active since at least 2020, they use web shells for command execution and data theft.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 22, 2025

By replicating platforms like single sign-on (SSO) portals or VPNs, hosting the fake sites with bulletproof providers, and using personalized phishing lures, attackers bypass security defenses and gain unauthorized access to critical systems.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 23, 2024

Security experts and government bodies have strongly advocated for companies adopting multifactor authentication (MFA) in recent years. But despite the increased adoption of MFA, security defenses don’t seem to be bolstered against rampant ransomware actors. In fact, recent findings suggest an increase in ransomware losses.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As a result, this technique may be challenging to detect and could evade security defenses.” ” State-sponsored hackers exploit public cloud infrastructure to camouflage their activity within regular network traffic and use legitimate tools to evade detection.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 17, 2022

“From the details you offered, issue may probably caused by your computer security defense system as it seems not recognized our rarely used driver & detected it as malicious or a virus,” Saicoo’s support team wrote in an email. “When driver installed, this message will vanish out of sight.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

. “ RansomHub used TDSSKiller with the -dcsvc flag to try disabling critical security services, specifically targeting Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Service (MBAMService). The command aimed to disrupt security defenses by disabling this service. In this instance, attackers attempted to disable MBAMService.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 15, 2024

With the rapid growth of the internet, especially in areas like cloud computing, 5G, and IoT technologies, the scale of botnets continues to expand, intensifying the battle between attack and defense. In response, DDoS attacks have evolved, taking on a more intelligent form to evade security defenses.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As more governments and repressive entities around the world have begun purchasing powerful commodity spyware to target individuals of particular importance or interest, iOS’s general security defenses haven’t been able to keep pace with these specialized threats.”

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 26, 2021

The inherent ambiguity in most other systems ends up being a near-term security defense against AI hacking. This is why most of the current examples of goal and reward hacking come from simulated environments. These are artificial and constrained, with all of the rules specified to the AI.

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Google Security

MAY 13, 2025

Advanced Protection gives users: Best-in-class protection, minimal disruption: Advanced Protection gives users the option to equip their devices with Androids most effective security features for proactive defense, with a user-friendly and low-friction experience. Easy activation: Advanced Protection makes security easy and accessible.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 17, 2021

Email Attachments: One of two main methods to penetrate security defenses with malicious content by email. However, the use of emerging technologies has exploded, given the growth of AI-driven capabilities to identify good to malicious emails.

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IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 15, 2022

By shifting security professionals’ mindset from a disparate, tool-based approach to a platform approach, businesses can improve their identity security defenses to protect against the modern threat landscape.” .

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Krebs on Security

JULY 8, 2019

But GandCrab far eclipsed the success of competing ransomware affiliate programs largely because its authors worked assiduously to update the malware so that it could evade antivirus and other security defenses. in , where the group recruited many of its distributors.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

"In addition, working on proof of concepts helps identify potential security gaps before they can be exploited. Government and national security Defense & intelligence: Quantum computing could crack encryption, making existing security protocols obsolete.

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Hacker's King

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

It quickly spots common security flaws like misconfigurations, outdated sof, such as, and weak passwords, helping you test systems efficiently and thoroughly. Modular Architecture: SploitScan is highly flexible. You can easily add or remove modules to customize scans, making it adaptable to different testing needs.

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Hacker's King

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

It quickly spots common security flaws like misconfigurations, outdated sof, such as, and weak passwords, helping you test systems efficiently and thoroughly. Modular Architecture: SploitScan is highly flexible. You can easily add or remove modules to customize scans, making it adaptable to different testing needs.

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Penetration Testing Architecture Cybercrime Security Defenses 52

Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. Unfortunately, many businesses do not take this issue seriously. Since prevention is better than cure, it is essential not to wait until It’s too late to take precautionary measures.

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Ransomware Manufacturing Antivirus Cyber Risk 132

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

See the Top Cybersecurity Companies Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Marketing 98

Marketing Threat Detection Cybersecurity Security Defenses 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Through ongoing risk-based vulnerability assessments, you can continually evaluate the strength of your security defenses and promptly detect cracks in the armor – on the human, network, application, and systems fronts. This helps you identify logical flaws, misconfigurations, and unknown vulnerabilities that scanners may miss.

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Webroot

APRIL 4, 2022

“With security risks escalating worldwide and a persistent state of ‘unprecedented’ threats, compromises are inevitable. This year’s findings reiterate the need for organizations to deploy strong multi-layered security defenses to help them remain at the heart of cyber resilience and circumvent even the most creative cybercriminals.”.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

ESG believes that CISOs should take a more comprehensive approach to security hygiene and posture management by adopting technologies and processes for discovering assets, analyzing data, prioritizing risks, automating remediation tasks, and continuously testing security defenses at scale.

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