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Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 for PC and Mobile to the fast ring. This release brings improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Linux, Ink, and the camera interface. The most notable changes are in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), which now allows you to launch Windows executables from the bash prompt. [...]
Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 for PC and Mobile to the fast ring. This release brings improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Linux, Ink, and the camera interface. The most notable changes are in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), which now allows you to launch Windows executables from the bash prompt. [...]
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Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Build 14951 for PC and Mobile to the fast ring. This release brings improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Linux, Ink, and the camera interface. The most notable changes are in the Windows Subsystem for Linux…
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Testing MBRFilter against Ransomware that modify the Master Boot Record
Cisco Talos has released a Windows disk filter driver called MBRFilter that listens for programs trying to modify the Master Boot Record and blocks them. This effectively blocks these types of ransomware from being installed and encrypting the MBR. [...]
Testing MBRFilter against Ransomware that modify the Master Boot Record
Cisco Talos has released a Windows disk filter driver called MBRFilter that listens for programs trying to modify the Master Boot Record and blocks them. This effectively blocks these types of ransomware from being installed and encrypting the MBR. [...]
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Testing MBRFilter against Ransomware that modify the Master Boot Record
Cisco Talos has released a Windows disk filter driver called MBRFilter that listens for programs trying to modify the Master Boot Record and blocks them. This effectively blocks these types of ransomware from being installed and encrypting the MBR.
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The Week in Ransomware - October 21 2016 - MBRFilter, Click me Games, and More
Lots of smaller ransomware infections released with no big updates from the larger players. Of particular note is a new program by the Cisco Talos Group that prevents the Master Boot Record from being modified by ransomware. [...]
The Week in Ransomware - October 21 2016 - MBRFilter, Click me Games, and More
Lots of smaller ransomware infections released with no big updates from the larger players. Of particular note is a new program by the Cisco Talos Group that prevents the Master Boot Record from being modified by ransomware. [...]
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The Week in Ransomware - October 21 2016 - MBRFilter, Click me Games, and More
Lots of smaller ransomware infections released with no big updates from the larger players. Of particular note is a new program by the Cisco Talos Group that prevents the Master Boot Record from being modified by ransomware.
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CIA Election AntiCheat Control malware preys on the fear of Voter Fraud
Criminals love to to prey on people based on current news topics and there are few topics right now that are bigger than the 2016 United States presidential election. This can be seen in a new malware called CIA Election AntiCheat Control - 2016. that tries to scam people to send $50 or their vote won't count. [...]
CIA Election AntiCheat Control malware preys on the fear of Voter Fraud
Criminals love to to prey on people based on current news topics and there are few topics right now that are bigger than the 2016 United States presidential election. This can be seen in a new malware called CIA Election AntiCheat Control - 2016. that tries to scam people to send $50 or their vote won't count. [...]
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CIA Election AntiCheat Control malware preys on the fear of Voter Fraud
Criminals love to to prey on people based on current news topics and there are few topics right now that are bigger than the 2016 United States presidential election. This can be seen in a new malware called CIA Election AntiCheat Control - 2016. that tries…
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Locky Ransomware's new Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed, it will encrypt targeted file types and append the .shit extension to th [...]
Locky Ransomware's new Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed, it will encrypt targeted file types and append the .shit extension to th [...]
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Locky Ransomware's new Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed…
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Locky Ransomware's new .SHIT Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed, it will encrypt targeted file types and append the .shit extension to th [...]
Locky Ransomware's new .SHIT Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed, it will encrypt targeted file types and append the .shit extension to th [...]
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Locky Ransomware's new .SHIT Extension shows that you can't Polish a Turd
To further show how ransomware is such a pile of crap, a new version of Locky has been released that appends the .shit extension on encrypted files. Like previous variants, this ransomware is installed using a DLL that is executed by Rundll32.exe. Once executed…
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Locky Ransomware switches to THOR Extension after being a Bad Malware
New variants of Locky are being released at a rapid rate lately. Yesterday, we had a new variant that appends the .SH*T extension to encrypted files and a new one was released that now uses the .THOR extension. This version is currently being distributed via SPAM and further details can be found in the article. [...]
Locky Ransomware switches to THOR Extension after being a Bad Malware
New variants of Locky are being released at a rapid rate lately. Yesterday, we had a new variant that appends the .SH*T extension to encrypted files and a new one was released that now uses the .THOR extension. This version is currently being distributed via SPAM and further details can be found in the article. [...]
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Locky Ransomware switches to THOR Extension after being a Bad Malware
New variants of Locky are being released at a rapid rate lately. Yesterday, we had a new variant that appends the .SH*T extension to encrypted files and a new one was released that now uses the .THOR extension. This version is currently being distributed…
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Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this release as a bug fix for the most part. [...]
Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this release as a bug fix for the most part. [...]
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Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 lets you launch Window Execs from Bash
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this…
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Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 Released with mostly Bug Fixes
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this release as a bug fix for the most part. [...]
Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 Released with mostly Bug Fixes
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this release as a bug fix for the most part. [...]
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Windows 10 Insider Build 14955 Released with mostly Bug Fixes
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14955 for PC and Mobile to Insiders on the fast ring. Nothing very exciting is being released with this build unless you really like the Outlook Mail, Calendar, and Narrator. Otherwise, look at this…
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Apple releases Security Updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS
Yesterday Apple released updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS to fix a variety of security holes as well as to introduce new features. With these releases, Apple fixed 26 vulnerabilities, with over 10 allow code execution. Code execution is the most critical of security vulnerabilities as it would allow an attacker to ex [...]
Apple releases Security Updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS
Yesterday Apple released updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS to fix a variety of security holes as well as to introduce new features. With these releases, Apple fixed 26 vulnerabilities, with over 10 allow code execution. Code execution is the most critical of security vulnerabilities as it would allow an attacker to ex [...]
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Apple releases Security Updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS
Yesterday Apple released updates for macOS, iOS, Safari, tvOS, and watchOS to fix a variety of security holes as well as to introduce new features. With these releases, Apple fixed 26 vulnerabilities, with over 10 allow code execution. Code execution is the…
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Adobe releases Emergency Flash Update to resolve Critical Vulnerability
Adobe has released an emergency update for Adobe Flash Player that resolves a critical vulnerability that is actively being abused to execute commands on vulnerable computers. According to Adobe Security Bulletin APSB16-36, Adobe has become aware of a report that an exploit for CVE-2016-7855 is actively being used in targeted attacks [...]
Adobe releases Emergency Flash Update to resolve Critical Vulnerability
Adobe has released an emergency update for Adobe Flash Player that resolves a critical vulnerability that is actively being abused to execute commands on vulnerable computers. According to Adobe Security Bulletin APSB16-36, Adobe has become aware of a report that an exploit for CVE-2016-7855 is actively being used in targeted attacks [...]
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Adobe releases Emergency Flash Update to resolve Critical Vulnerability
Adobe has released an emergency update for Adobe Flash Player that resolves a critical vulnerability that is actively being abused to execute commands on vulnerable computers. According to Adobe Security Bulletin APSB16-36, Adobe has become aware of a report…
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In-Dev Ransomware forces you do to Survey before unlocking Computer
As if surveys aren't already annoying, a new ransomware utilizes the FileIce survey platform to force you to do surveys before unlocking your computer. First discovered by GData security researcher Karsten Hahn, this ransomware is currently in development and is most likely not being actively distributed at this time. [...]
In-Dev Ransomware forces you do to Survey before unlocking Computer
As if surveys aren't already annoying, a new ransomware utilizes the FileIce survey platform to force you to do surveys before unlocking your computer. First discovered by GData security researcher Karsten Hahn, this ransomware is currently in development and is most likely not being actively distributed at this time. [...]
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In-Dev Ransomware forces you do to Survey before unlocking Computer
As if surveys aren't already annoying, a new ransomware utilizes the FileIce survey platform to force you to do surveys before unlocking your computer. First discovered by GData security researcher Karsten Hahn, this ransomware is currently in development…
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Epic Fail: Ransomware Keys go for Sale to Researcher who already has Them
It is not uncommon for malware devs to communicate with security researchers to taunt them or praise them. It is a lot less common, though, when a ransomware developer reaches out to a security researcher and tries to sell them the encryption keys for their ransomware. Even better when the researcher already has the keys. [...]
Epic Fail: Ransomware Keys go for Sale to Researcher who already has Them
It is not uncommon for malware devs to communicate with security researchers to taunt them or praise them. It is a lot less common, though, when a ransomware developer reaches out to a security researcher and tries to sell them the encryption keys for their ransomware. Even better when the researcher already has the keys. [...]
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Epic Fail: Ransomware Keys go for Sale to Researcher who already has Them
It is not uncommon for malware devs to communicate with security researchers to taunt them or praise them. It is a lot less common, though, when a ransomware developer reaches out to a security researcher and tries to sell them the encryption keys for their…
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The Week in Ransomware - October 28 2016 - Locky, Angry Duck, and More!
Lots and lots of little ransomware and in-dev variants released this week. Of particular note is the quick release of two Locky variants that used .sh*t and then a day later the .thor extension for encrypted files. [...]
The Week in Ransomware - October 28 2016 - Locky, Angry Duck, and More!
Lots and lots of little ransomware and in-dev variants released this week. Of particular note is the quick release of two Locky variants that used .sh*t and then a day later the .thor extension for encrypted files. [...]
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The Week in Ransomware - October 28 2016 - Locky, Angry Duck, and More!
Lots and lots of little ransomware and in-dev variants released this week. Of particular note is the quick release of two Locky variants that used .sh*t and then a day later the .thor extension for encrypted files.
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Ransomware Infections you Do Not Want to Meet on Halloween
Being infected with Ransomware is scary enough, but there are certain ones that my kids and others helped me pick out that they think are downright creepy. So a little Halloween treat, I have put this article together to showcase what I, and others consider, the creepiest ransomware infections. [...]
Ransomware Infections you Do Not Want to Meet on Halloween
Being infected with Ransomware is scary enough, but there are certain ones that my kids and others helped me pick out that they think are downright creepy. So a little Halloween treat, I have put this article together to showcase what I, and others consider, the creepiest ransomware infections. [...]
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Ransomware Infections you Do Not Want to Meet on Halloween
Being infected with Ransomware is scary enough, but there are certain ones that my kids and others helped me pick out that they think are downright creepy. So a little Halloween treat, I have put this article together to showcase what I, and others consider…
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Cerber Ransomware 4.10 now shows the Version Number in Ransom Notes
Cerber Ransomware 4.1.0 was released recently that now displays its version number in the ransom note used as the Windows desktop background. In the past the only way to determine the version of the installer Cerber variant was to examine the extension appended to encrypted files. Now this info is easily available in the ransom note. [...]
Cerber Ransomware 4.10 now shows the Version Number in Ransom Notes
Cerber Ransomware 4.1.0 was released recently that now displays its version number in the ransom note used as the Windows desktop background. In the past the only way to determine the version of the installer Cerber variant was to examine the extension appended to encrypted files. Now this info is easily available in the ransom note. [...]
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Cerber Ransomware 4.10 now shows the Version Number in Ransom Notes
Cerber Ransomware 4.1.0 was released recently that now displays its version number in the ransom note used as the Windows desktop background. In the past the only way to determine the version of the installer Cerber variant was to examine the extension appended…
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Google Discloses Windows Zero-Day Before Microsoft Can Issue Patch
There's a tiny scandal brewing among two of Silicon Valley's elites after Google engineers have publicly disclosed a zero-day vulnerability affecting several Windows operating system versions before Microsoft could issue a patch to address the issue. [...]
Google Discloses Windows Zero-Day Before Microsoft Can Issue Patch
There's a tiny scandal brewing among two of Silicon Valley's elites after Google engineers have publicly disclosed a zero-day vulnerability affecting several Windows operating system versions before Microsoft could issue a patch to address the issue. [...]
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Google Discloses Windows Zero-Day Before Microsoft Can Issue Patch
There's a tiny scandal brewing among two of Silicon Valley's elites after Google engineers have publicly disclosed a zero-day vulnerability affecting several Windows operating system versions before Microsoft could issue a patch to address the issue.
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Google Chrome 53 Secretly Received a 15% Speed Boost on Windows PCs
Google revealed that Chrome had secretly received a speed boost on Windows since the start of September after its engineers had integrated a technology known as Profile Guided Optimization. [...]
Google Chrome 53 Secretly Received a 15% Speed Boost on Windows PCs
Google revealed that Chrome had secretly received a speed boost on Windows since the start of September after its engineers had integrated a technology known as Profile Guided Optimization. [...]
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Google Chrome 53 Secretly Received a 15% Speed Boost on Windows PCs
Google revealed that Chrome had secretly received a speed boost on Windows since the start of September after its engineers had integrated a technology known as Profile Guided Optimization.
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New TrickBot campaign Spamming Malicious Complaint.doc Attachments
A new global TrickBot SPAM campaign is underway that pretends to be a violation from the UK's Companies House. These SPAM emails contain a malicious word document that will download and execute TrickBot on the affected computer. [...]
New TrickBot campaign Spamming Malicious Complaint.doc Attachments
A new global TrickBot SPAM campaign is underway that pretends to be a violation from the UK's Companies House. These SPAM emails contain a malicious word document that will download and execute TrickBot on the affected computer. [...]
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New TrickBot campaign Spamming Malicious Complaint.doc Attachments
A new global TrickBot SPAM campaign is underway that pretends to be a violation from the UK's Companies House. These SPAM emails contain a malicious word document that will download and execute TrickBot on the affected computer.
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Microsoft Launches Teams, as Slack Fires Warning Shot via New York Times Back Page Ad
An open letter on the back page of The New York Times is a good way to sabotage your competitor's product launch. This was the strategy that Slack chose today when Microsoft announced in front of an audience in New York a new product called Microsoft Teams. [...]
Microsoft Launches Teams, as Slack Fires Warning Shot via New York Times Back Page Ad
An open letter on the back page of The New York Times is a good way to sabotage your competitor's product launch. This was the strategy that Slack chose today when Microsoft announced in front of an audience in New York a new product called Microsoft Teams. [...]
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Microsoft Launches Teams, as Slack Fires Warning Shot via New York Times Back Page Ad
An open letter on the back page of The New York Times is a good way to sabotage your competitor's product launch. This was the strategy that Slack chose today when Microsoft announced in front of an audience in New York a new product called Microsoft Teams.