New GhostAdmin Malware Used for Data Theft and Exfiltration
Security researcher MalwareHunterTeam discovered today a new malware family that can infect computers and allow crooks to take control of these PCs using commands sent via an IRC channel. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-ghostadmin-malware-used-for-data-theft-and-exfiltration/
Security researcher MalwareHunterTeam discovered today a new malware family that can infect computers and allow crooks to take control of these PCs using commands sent via an IRC channel. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-ghostadmin-malware-used-for-data-theft-and-exfiltration/
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New GhostAdmin Malware Used for Data Theft and Exfiltration
Security researcher MalwareHunterTeam discovered today a new malware family that can infect computers and allow crooks to take control of these PCs using commands sent via an IRC channel.
Locky Ransomware Activity Goes Down by 81%
For more than four weeks, the only source of Locky ransomware infections has been through spam campaigns that distributed the Kovter click-fraud malware, as the primary source of Locky infections, the Necurs botnet, has been offline for the Christmas and New Year holidays. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/locky-ransomware-activity-goes-down-by-81-percent/
For more than four weeks, the only source of Locky ransomware infections has been through spam campaigns that distributed the Kovter click-fraud malware, as the primary source of Locky infections, the Necurs botnet, has been offline for the Christmas and New Year holidays. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/locky-ransomware-activity-goes-down-by-81-percent/
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Locky Ransomware Activity Goes Down by 81%
For more than four weeks, the only source of Locky ransomware infections has been through spam campaigns that distributed the Kovter click-fraud malware, as the primary source of Locky infections, the Necurs botnet, has been offline for the Christmas and…
Malware Uses Google Services as Command-and-Control Servers
Recent versions of the Carbanak malware are now abusing several Google services to host command-and-control (C&C) infrastructure, which they use to manage infections and exfiltrate stolen data. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malware-uses-google-services-as-command-and-control-servers/
Recent versions of the Carbanak malware are now abusing several Google services to host command-and-control (C&C) infrastructure, which they use to manage infections and exfiltrate stolen data. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malware-uses-google-services-as-command-and-control-servers/
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Malware Uses Google Services as Command-and-Control Servers
Recent versions of the Carbanak malware are now abusing several Google services to host command-and-control (C&C) infrastructure, which they use to manage infections and exfiltrate stolen data.
Indiana Cancer Agency Hit by Aggressive Ransomware Group
A ransomware group has infected the computers of an Indiana-based cancer agency and have asked for a large payment of 50 Bitcoin ($44,800). The victim is Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Little Red Door, an organization that helps "reduce the financial and emotional burdens of those dealing with a cancer diagnosis." [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/indiana-cancer-agency-hit-by-aggressive-ransomware-group/
A ransomware group has infected the computers of an Indiana-based cancer agency and have asked for a large payment of 50 Bitcoin ($44,800). The victim is Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Little Red Door, an organization that helps "reduce the financial and emotional burdens of those dealing with a cancer diagnosis." [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/indiana-cancer-agency-hit-by-aggressive-ransomware-group/
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Indiana Cancer Agency Hit by Aggressive Ransomware Group
A ransomware group has infected the computers of an Indiana-based cancer agency and have asked for a large payment of 50 Bitcoin ($44,800). The victim is Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Little Red Door, an organization that helps "reduce the financial…
Chrome Users Targeted with Malware via New "Font Wasn't Found" Technique
Google Chrome users need to be on the lookout for websites trying to trick them into downloading a font update package for their browser, as most chances are that the file is laced with malware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/chrome-users-targeted-with-malware-via-new-font-wasnt-found-technique/
Google Chrome users need to be on the lookout for websites trying to trick them into downloading a font update package for their browser, as most chances are that the file is laced with malware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/chrome-users-targeted-with-malware-via-new-font-wasnt-found-technique/
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Chrome Users Targeted with Malware via New "Font Wasn't Found" Technique
Google Chrome users need to be on the lookout for websites trying to trick them into downloading a font update package for their browser, as most chances are that the file is laced with malware.
Intel CPUs Can Be Pwned via USB Port and Debugging Interface
Attackers with access to a device can take control over a target's computer and bypass all local security systems by abusing a hardware debugging interface included with Intel CPUs, which in recent years has become accessible via an external USB 3.0 port. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/intel-cpus-can-be-pwned-via-usb-port-and-debugging-interface/
Attackers with access to a device can take control over a target's computer and bypass all local security systems by abusing a hardware debugging interface included with Intel CPUs, which in recent years has become accessible via an external USB 3.0 port. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/intel-cpus-can-be-pwned-via-usb-port-and-debugging-interface/
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Intel CPUs Can Be Pwned via USB Port and Debugging Interface
Attackers with access to a device can take control over a target's computer and bypass all local security systems by abusing a hardware debugging interface included with Intel CPUs, which in recent years has become accessible via an external USB 3.0 port.
Mozilla Reveals New Logo Following Seven-Month Search
The Mozilla Foundation has launched a new logo and visual identity today to replace the old red dinosaur head that previously stood as its official logo. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-reveals-new-logo-following-seven-month-search/
The Mozilla Foundation has launched a new logo and visual identity today to replace the old red dinosaur head that previously stood as its official logo. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-reveals-new-logo-following-seven-month-search/
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Mozilla Reveals New Logo Following Seven-Month Search
The Mozilla Foundation has launched a new logo and visual identity today to replace the old red dinosaur head that previously stood as its official logo.
Database Ransom Attacks Hit CouchDB and Hadoop Servers
For the past week, unknown groups of cyber-criminals have taken control of and wiped data from CouchDB and Hadoop databases, in some cases asking for a ransom fee to return the stolen files, but in some cases, destroying data just for fun. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/database-ransom-attacks-hit-couchdb-and-hadoop-servers/
For the past week, unknown groups of cyber-criminals have taken control of and wiped data from CouchDB and Hadoop databases, in some cases asking for a ransom fee to return the stolen files, but in some cases, destroying data just for fun. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/database-ransom-attacks-hit-couchdb-and-hadoop-servers/
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Database Ransom Attacks Hit CouchDB and Hadoop Servers
For the past week, unknown groups of cyber-criminals have taken control of and wiped data from CouchDB and Hadoop databases, in some cases asking for a ransom fee to return the stolen files, but in some cases, destroying data just for fun.
Two Emojis Can Crash Any iPhone and iPad
YouTube star EverythingApplePro has published a video today revealing two new methods through which someone could crash iOS devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/two-emojis-can-crash-any-iphone-and-ipad/
YouTube star EverythingApplePro has published a video today revealing two new methods through which someone could crash iOS devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/two-emojis-can-crash-any-iphone-and-ipad/
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Two Emojis Can Crash Any iPhone and iPad
YouTube star EverythingApplePro has published a video today revealing two new methods through which someone could crash iOS devices.
Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for GarageBand and Logic Pro X
Today Apple released the GarageBand 10.1.5.1 and Logic Pro X 10.3 updates to fix a critical vulnerability in both program that could lead to remote code execution. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-releases-critical-security-updates-for-garageband-and-logic-pro-x/
Today Apple released the GarageBand 10.1.5.1 and Logic Pro X 10.3 updates to fix a critical vulnerability in both program that could lead to remote code execution. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-releases-critical-security-updates-for-garageband-and-logic-pro-x/
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Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for GarageBand and Logic Pro X
Today Apple released the GarageBand 10.1.5.1 and Logic Pro X 10.3 updates to fix a critical vulnerability in both program that could lead to remote code execution.
Oracle Delivers a Whopping 270 Fixes in 2017's First Critical Patch Update
Today, Oracle released their January 2017 Critical Patch Update, or CPU, that resolves a massive 270 vulnerabilities across all of their products. Of these 270 vulnerabilities, over 100 are remotely exploitable without authentication. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-delivers-a-whopping-270-fixes-in-2017s-first-critical-patch-update/
Today, Oracle released their January 2017 Critical Patch Update, or CPU, that resolves a massive 270 vulnerabilities across all of their products. Of these 270 vulnerabilities, over 100 are remotely exploitable without authentication. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-delivers-a-whopping-270-fixes-in-2017s-first-critical-patch-update/
Labor Department Sues Oracle for Paying White Males More, Favoring Indian Hires
Oracle risks to lose all current and future contracts with the US government after the US Department of Labor (DoL) has filed a lawsuit against the company's US Division, Oracle America., Inc.. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/business/labor-department-sues-oracle-for-paying-white-males-more-favoring-indian-hires/
Oracle risks to lose all current and future contracts with the US government after the US Department of Labor (DoL) has filed a lawsuit against the company's US Division, Oracle America., Inc.. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/business/labor-department-sues-oracle-for-paying-white-males-more-favoring-indian-hires/
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Labor Department Sues Oracle for Paying White Males More, Favoring Indian Hires
Oracle risks to lose all current and future contracts with the US government after the US Department of Labor (DoL) has filed a lawsuit against the company's US Division, Oracle America., Inc..
Ancient Mac Malware Found Used in Recent Attacks, Can Work on Linux Too
Apple has recently patched macOS against possible attacks from a backdoor trojan discovered by Malwarebytes, which Apple engineers call Fruitfly, and Malwarebytes detects as OSX.Backdoor.Quimitchin. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ancient-mac-malware-found-used-in-recent-attacks-can-work-on-linux-too/
Apple has recently patched macOS against possible attacks from a backdoor trojan discovered by Malwarebytes, which Apple engineers call Fruitfly, and Malwarebytes detects as OSX.Backdoor.Quimitchin. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ancient-mac-malware-found-used-in-recent-attacks-can-work-on-linux-too/
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Ancient Mac Malware Found Used in Recent Attacks, Can Work on Linux Too
Apple has recently patched macOS against possible attacks from a backdoor trojan discovered by Malwarebytes, which Apple engineers call Fruitfly, and Malwarebytes detects as OSX.Backdoor.Quimitchin.
ProtonMail Is Now Available via a Tor Address to Avoid Global Censorship
ProtonMail, today's largest provider of encrypted email services, has announced today a Tor URL that users can utilize if the service is blocked in their country by ISPs or the central government. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/protonmail-is-now-available-via-a-tor-address-to-avoid-global-censorship/
ProtonMail, today's largest provider of encrypted email services, has announced today a Tor URL that users can utilize if the service is blocked in their country by ISPs or the central government. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/protonmail-is-now-available-via-a-tor-address-to-avoid-global-censorship/
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ProtonMail Is Now Available via a Tor Address to Avoid Global Censorship
ProtonMail, today's largest provider of encrypted email services, has announced today a Tor URL that users can utilize if the service is blocked in their country by ISPs or the central government.
Android Ransomware Locks Phone and Asks for Credit Card Number
A new ransomware family is targeting Android devices, locking access to the screen, and constantly pestering the user to enter his payment card details. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-ransomware-locks-phone-and-asks-for-credit-card-number/
A new ransomware family is targeting Android devices, locking access to the screen, and constantly pestering the user to enter his payment card details. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-ransomware-locks-phone-and-asks-for-credit-card-number/
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Android Ransomware Locks Phone and Asks for Credit Card Number
A new ransomware family is targeting Android devices, locking access to the screen, and constantly pestering the user to enter his payment card details.
Someone's Assembling Ragebot Botnet Using Self-Propagating Windows Worm
An unknown group/person is building a botnet using a new version of the Ragebot botnet malware, one that includes worm features that allow it to spread on its own to new devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/someones-assembling-ragebot-botnet-using-self-propagating-windows-worm/
An unknown group/person is building a botnet using a new version of the Ragebot botnet malware, one that includes worm features that allow it to spread on its own to new devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/someones-assembling-ragebot-botnet-using-self-propagating-windows-worm/
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Someone's Assembling Ragebot Botnet Using Self-Propagating Windows Worm
An unknown group/person is building a botnet using a new version of the Ragebot botnet malware, one that includes worm features that allow it to spread on its own to new devices.
New Satan Ransomware available through a Ransomware as a Service.
A new Ransomware as a Service, or RaaS, called Satan has been discovered by security researcher Xylitol. This service allows any wannabe criminal to register an account and create their very own customized version of the Satan Ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-satan-ransomware-available-through-a-ransomware-as-a-service-/
A new Ransomware as a Service, or RaaS, called Satan has been discovered by security researcher Xylitol. This service allows any wannabe criminal to register an account and create their very own customized version of the Satan Ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-satan-ransomware-available-through-a-ransomware-as-a-service-/
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New Satan Ransomware available through a Ransomware as a Service.
A new Ransomware as a Service, or RaaS, called Satan has been discovered by security researcher Xylitol. This service allows any wannabe criminal to register an account and create their very own customized version of the Satan Ransomware.
Windows 10 Insider Build 15014 can Auto-Delete Temp and Old Recycle Bin Files
Today Microsoft released the Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15014 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. This build has a ton of new fixes as well as new features. By far the best addition is the ability for Windows to automatically delete unused temporary files and files in the Recycle Bin that are older than 30 days [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-15014-can-auto-delete-temp-and-old-recycle-bin-files/
Today Microsoft released the Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15014 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. This build has a ton of new fixes as well as new features. By far the best addition is the ability for Windows to automatically delete unused temporary files and files in the Recycle Bin that are older than 30 days [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-15014-can-auto-delete-temp-and-old-recycle-bin-files/
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Windows 10 Insider Build 15014 can Auto-Delete Temp and Old Recycle Bin Files
Today Microsoft released the Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15014 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. This build has a ton of new fixes as well as new features. By far the best addition is the ability for Windows to automatically delete unused…
Oracle to Block JAR Files Signed With MD5 Starting With April 2017
Oracle says that starting with April 18, 2017, Java (JRE) will treat all JAR files signed with the MD5 algorithm as unsigned, meaning they'll be considered insecure and blocked from running. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-to-block-jar-files-signed-with-md5-starting-with-april-2017/
Oracle says that starting with April 18, 2017, Java (JRE) will treat all JAR files signed with the MD5 algorithm as unsigned, meaning they'll be considered insecure and blocked from running. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-to-block-jar-files-signed-with-md5-starting-with-april-2017/
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Oracle to Block JAR Files Signed with MD5 Starting with April 2017
Oracle says that starting with April 18, 2017, Java (JRE) will treat all JAR files signed with the MD5 algorithm as unsigned, meaning they'll be considered insecure and blocked from running.
Android Trojan Hijacks Google Play Store, Covertly Downloads or Purchases Apps
Security researchers have discovered a new Android trojan named Skyfin that can infiltrate the local Play Store Android app and download or purchase other apps behind the user's back. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-trojan-hijacks-google-play-store-covertly-downloads-or-purchases-apps/
Security researchers have discovered a new Android trojan named Skyfin that can infiltrate the local Play Store Android app and download or purchase other apps behind the user's back. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-trojan-hijacks-google-play-store-covertly-downloads-or-purchases-apps/
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Android Trojan Hijacks Google Play Store, Covertly Downloads or Purchases Apps
Security researchers have discovered a new Android trojan named Skyfin that can infiltrate the local Play Store Android app and download or purchase other apps behind the user's back.
Spanish Police Arrest Suspect Behind NeverQuest Banking Trojan
Spanish police officers arrested and jailed a Russian national last Friday, January 13, on suspicion of creating and operating the NeverQuest banking trojan. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/spanish-police-arrest-suspect-behind-neverquest-banking-trojan/
Spanish police officers arrested and jailed a Russian national last Friday, January 13, on suspicion of creating and operating the NeverQuest banking trojan. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/spanish-police-arrest-suspect-behind-neverquest-banking-trojan/
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Spanish Police Arrest Suspect Behind NeverQuest Banking Trojan
Spanish police officers arrested and jailed a Russian national last Friday, January 13, on suspicion of creating and operating the NeverQuest banking trojan.