June 27, 2017

GhostHook Attack Reveals Kernel-Level Threat in 64-Bit Windows Systems

2 min read - Researchers discovered a haunting technique they're calling a GhostHook attack, which uses a feature in Intel CPUs to take over 64-bit Windows.

June 26, 2017

Fireball Malware: Ticking Time Bomb or All Hot Air?

2 min read - Depending on who you ask, the Fireball malware infected somewhere between 40 and 250 million Windows devices. The potential danger, however, is undisputed.

Network June 9, 2017

Don’t Wait for the Next WannaCry — Update Your SMB Protocol Before It’s Too Late

2 min read - To defend your infrastructure against future exploits, it's critical to disable the insecure original version of the SMB protocol.

May 31, 2017

Windows Bug Crashes All Versions Before 10

2 min read - An old Windows bug has resurfaced, causing newer systems to crash or display the blue screen of death. Here's what you need to know.

Intelligence & Analytics May 26, 2017

Using Security Intelligence to Detect Insider Threats From Cloud-Based Applications

2 min read - Security intelligence solutions such as QRadar UBA enable analysts to detect potentially malicious activity on Microsoft Office 365 cloud-based apps.

Malware May 25, 2017

Unwrapping the Mystery: Did a Big, Slimy Internet Worm Make Hundreds of Organizations WannaCry?

6 min read - IBM X-Force revealed that WannaCry spread to its targets like a computer worm. But unlike a classic worm, it carried a malicious payload of ransomware.

May 22, 2017

A Real Tearjerker: Patch Problems Drive WannaCry Worries

3 min read - While Microsoft could have slowed the spread of WannaCry, the real problem lies in the widespread practice of deploying outdated software and systems.

May 11, 2017

Microsoft Update Fixes Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

2 min read - The most recent Microsoft update addresses a flaw in the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine that could enable attackers to commit remote code execution.

May 9, 2017

SharePoint Users Worry That Poor Usage Puts Sensitive Data at Risk

2 min read - The majority of Microsoft SharePoint users are calling for better controls and safeguards for sensitive data, according to a recent study.

Application Security March 24, 2017

Why Blockchain-as-a-Service Should Be on Your Radar

2 min read - Blockchain-as-a-service could be the next big thing to hit enterprises. Learn about the best options and processes for getting started with this tech.