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Malware exploits BITS to retain foothold on Windows systems

If you’re sure that you have cleaned your system of malware, but you keep seeing malware-related network alerts, it’s possible that at some point you’ve been …

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Angler exploit kit bypasses EMET’s defenses

The infamous Angler exploit kit is now capable of bypassing the protections offered by Microsoft’s Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET), FireEye researchers …

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FastPOS malware exfiltrates data immediately after harvesting it

POS malware might have taken a backseat when ransomware became the go-to malware for many cyber crooks, but stealing payment card information to effect fraudulent transactions …

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Flaws in Ubee router can facilitate attacks on connected networks

Researchers have discovered five critical vulnerabilities in Ubee EVW3226, a VoIP cable modem router used by operators across Europe, which can be exploited to compromise the …

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100 milion VK accounts put up for sale

Another “historic” mega breach has been revealed as someone who goes by the alias “Tessa88@exploit.im” has begun selling info tied to 100 milion VK …

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Researchers hack the Mitsubishi Outlander SUV, shut off alarm remotely

Mitsubishi Outlander, a popular hybrid SUV sold around the world, can be easily broken into by attackers exploiting security weaknesses in the setup that allows the car to be …

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Destructive BadBlock ransomware can be foiled

If you have been hit with ransomware, you want that malware to be BadBlock – but only if you haven’t restarted your computer. This particular malware is a …

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ICS-focused IRONGATE malware has some interesting tricks up its sleeve

FireEye researchers discovered a malware family that’s obviously meant to target ICS systems, but found no evidence that it was ever used in the wild. They were unable …

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Malware devs scour GitHub for new ideas for bypassing Android security

Android malware developers are misusing techniques unearthed in GitHub projects to bypass security measures introduced in the latest versions of the mobile OS. GitHub, the …

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Lenovo tells users to uninstall vulnerable Accelerator app

In the wake of Duo Security’s report on the critical vulnerabilities sported by Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) updaters loaded on popular laptop and desktop …

Review: Secure & Simple: A Small-Business Guide to Implementing ISO 27001 On Your Own

About the author Dejan Kosutic is the author of numerous articles, tutorials, documentation templates, webinars, and courses about information security and business continuity …

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Russian ransomware boss earns $90,000 per year

Despite too many users not even being aware of the existence of the ransomware threat, there is no doubt that it’s currently one of the most popular ways for cyber …

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