Mobile Malware Threats in 2015: Fraudsters Are Still Two Steps Ahead
Mobile malware threats continue to be a major problem for individuals and enterprises alike, and the risks are only getting more severe.
Operation Kofer Signals the New Commoditization of Ransomware
A new type of ransomware called Kofer poses a severe threat to Internet users on a global scale, but it's just the tip of the malware iceberg.
Kovter Variant Updates Adobe Flash to Fend Off Rival Malware Authors
Researchers recently found that the latest version of the Kovter malware is updating Adobe Flash Player as part of a click-fraud scam.
Data Leak Could Let Almost Anyone Make ZeusVM Malware Variant
Source code for the builder and control panel of the ZeusVM malware has been leaked online, creating powerful tools for would-be cybercriminals.
SMB Security: Tips for Small and Midsize Business Retailers
Small and midsize businesses must prioritize SMB security best practices in addition to compliance with payment card industry (PCI) standards.
Cash Grab: Attacks on Financial Industries Outpace All Others 4 to 1
A new Websense Security Labs report found that attacks on banks and other finanical industries outpace all others 4 to 1. How do banks respond?
Signature-Based Detection With YARA
Security researchers on the lookout for another resource to help with malware detection should consider the pattern-matching tool YARA.
Stopping the Evasive Stegoloader Malware
The Stegoloader malware is built to be stealthy and evasive, so it requires an advanced protection program to detect its presence and stop any damage.
The POS Malware Epidemic: The Most Dangerous Vulnerabilities and Malware
POS malware continues to grow as a problem plaguing retailers, but with knowledge and a few best practices, organizations can protect customer data.
Microsoft Clarifies Its Stance on Whether the Ask Toolbar Is Malware
A recent security policy change from Microsoft was interpreted as a way of classifying programs such as the Ask toolbar as malware.