Brand New Bag? TrickBot Malware Adds POS Data Collection Module
Security researchers observed TrickBot malware that utilizes a new capability: point-of-sale (POS) data collection.
New Ransomware Strain Evades Detection by All but One Antivirus Engine
A new strain of Dharma ransomware is able to evade detection by nearly all of the antivirus solutions on the market.
New Cobalt Gang PDF Attack Avoids Traditional Static Analysis Tools
A PDF attack campaign conducted by the Cobalt Gang used a specially crafted document to evade dection by static analysis tools.
How SEO Poisoning Campaigns Are Mounting a Comeback
SEO poisoning is on the rise again. How do threat actors use search engine results to drive victims to malicious sites, and what can users do to protect themselves?
Partnerstroka Tech Support Scam Preys on Users With New Browser Locking Tactic
Researchers discovered a large tech support scam operation called Partnerstroka that preyed on unsuspecting users with an innovative browser locking technique.
New Ransomware Family Appends ‘.Armage’ to Encrypted Files
Researchers from Quick Heal Security Labs discovered a new family of ransomware that spreads via spam emails and appends the extension ".Armage" to all files it encrypts.
When Legacy Tools Fail, Next-Generation Antivirus Solutions Can Defuse Endpoint Security Risks
Legacy antivirus tools require more resources to operate and are less effective than next-generation solutions at defusing endpoint security risks.
Security Utility Abuses Supply Chain for a Malware Attack
CCleaner was compromised at the main distribution site to include a malware attack. The Floxif attack is a downloader that breached the app supply chain.
Is Antivirus Protection Still Relevant?
A survey of Black Hat attendees showed that many security experts doubt the ability of antivirus protection products to detect ransomware.
More Than 500,000 Systems Infected by Stantinko Malware Since 2012
Stantinko malware uses Teddy Protection and The Safe Surfing Chrome extensions to commandeer affected PCs. This sophisticated design can execute any code.