VBA Macro Malware Jumping on the Ransomware Bandwagon
IBM observed a spike in malware activity that uses Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) macros to deliver malicious attachments.
Using Feedback Loops to Enhance End User Security
Security teams can use a feedback loop to measure end user security, educate users, illustrate consequences and measure end user behavior.
Cyberattacks From Outside the Perimeter Are Costly, Ponemon Institute Finds
A new Ponemon study found that external cyberattacks are costly, yet security professionals don't have the perimeter tools needed to prevent them.
Designer Malware Campaigns: The Rise of Couture Cybercrime?
Cybercriminals are adding some designer touches to their malware campaigns to make them more targeted and increase the overall success rate.
Security Awareness Training: ‘Good Enough’ Won’t Keep Phish off the Hook
A recent study indicated U.K. companies are not investing enough into security awareness training and expose themselves to phishing attacks as a result.
Fileless Malware Loaded Into Memory via PowerShell
Malicious macros used in phishing emails can load fileless malware, which goes into a machine's program memory and can wreak havoc.
Macro Malware at Large With New Neutrino Drops
Macro malware is making a comeback as cybercriminals take advantage of corporate employees with little security awareness.
Infographic: The Top Four Cybercrime Trends Are…
A new infographic from IBM Emergency Response Services (ERS) details four of the top trends in cybersecurity — as well as some indicators of risk.
Cybercriminals Phish Their Way Into Customer Loyalty Programs
Loyalty programs can bring big rewards to customers, but they also may make organizations more appealing to cybercriminals looking to steal data.
Social Engineering Attackers Deploy Fake Social Media Profiles
Cybercriminals are using social engineering tactics on social media networks such as LinkedIn to gain access to corporate networks.