October 31, 2014 Microsoft: Crowti Ransomware Infections Spiking 2 min read - A sharp increase in Crowti ransomware infections during October is the latest indication that spam emails are still effective, according to Microsoft.
October 31, 2014 SMS Sneak Attack: Koler Android Ransomware Takes Over Smartphones, Demands Payment 2 min read - The Koler Android ransomware variant is using bit.ly links and a phony message from the FBI to take over smartphones and demand money.
October 30, 2014 Backoff Malware Not Backing Down With 57 Percent Increase in Q3 2 min read - With a 57 percent increase in infections from Backoff malware from August to September, companies must examine their security intelligence.
October 27, 2014 Cybercriminals Apply Malvertising Approach to Access Home Router DNS Settings 2 min read - Security researchers have found malware in online ads may be a way for attackers to change the DNS settings of home routers and take over home computers.
Banking & Finance October 22, 2014 ATM Malware: The Next Generation of ATM Attacks 2 min read - Cybercriminals have developed and implemented ATM malware designed to withdraw cash directly from ATMs without compromising consumers' debit cards.
X-Force October 20, 2014 Analysis of FinFisher Bootkit 9 min read - The following is an in-depth investigation of the FinFisher bootkit malware published by WikiLeaks and a breakdown of its technicalities.
October 14, 2014 Kmart Announces Data Breach, Joins Growing List of Attacked Retailers 2 min read - On Friday, Kmart became the latest major U.S. retailer to announce that malicious attackers had gained access to customer credit and debit card data.
Malware October 14, 2014 Are You Digging Deep? When Antivirus Is Not Enough 3 min read - Sometimes, antivirus solutions aren't enough to detect potential issues within your system. Be sure you or your security provider are digging deeper.
October 8, 2014 Criminals Use Tyupkin Malware to Steal Millions From ATMs 2 min read - A piece of malicious software called Tyupkin has allowed criminals to dispense millions of dollars in cash from ATMs in Europe, Latin America and Asia.
Malware October 8, 2014 JPMorgan Chase Breach Puts Renewed Focus on Malware Attacks at Large Organizations 3 min read - The recent breach of JPMorgan Chase's network — one of the biggest in history — may have been caused by malware compromising an employee's PC.