Tech Republic Security

MARCH 14, 2024

Every company’s network is made up of devices that transmit and store information. To protect company data and reputation, it is essential to ensure that the network is secured from unauthorized access, data loss, malware infestations and security breaches.

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Network World

MARCH 14, 2023

Akamai report highlights how widespread malware threats remain, noting the dangers of threats specific to DNS infrastructure.

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Network World

MARCH 23, 2022

Network Access Control (NAC) is a cybersecurity technique that prevents unauthorized users and devices from entering private networks and accessing sensitive resources. NAC tools detect all devices on the network and provide visibility into those devices. To read this article in full, please click here

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TechSpot

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The network security company said that in Q2 2021, 91.5% of malware arrived over an encrypted connection. It added that any company not examining encrypted HTTPS traffic at the perimeter will miss out on 9/10 of all malware. The data is derived from the firm’s own active WatchGuard Fireboxes.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Based on the security researchers' analysis of the 2023 cyberthreat landscape, we highlight new or heightened risks.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 19, 2014

The FBI has determined that the intrusion into SPE’s network consisted of the deployment of destructive malware and the theft of proprietary information as well as employees’ personally identifiable information and confidential communications. After discovering the intrusion into its network, SPE requested the FBI’s assistance.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

TV broadcast, instant replay, access controls, Wi-Fi – all systems are green, and the network is up and running stably. Building a network in one week Patel and Amendolia had a tough week to get to that point. We’re talking about terabits of speed here,” the network specialist explains. is nothing to be ashamed of.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For network engineers and security leaders tasked with securing modern enterprise environments, the challenge of preventing lateral threat movement is critical. The emergence of IoT and OT devices, which are frequently deployed in factory and branch networks, has further complicated the issue.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 13, 2023

A new malware dubbed HiatusRAT infects routers to spy on its targets, mostly in Europe and in the U.S. The post New Hiatus malware campaign targets routers appeared first on TechRepublic. Learn which router models are primarily targeted and how to protect from this security threat.

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TechSpot

JUNE 23, 2021

A post by Palo Alto Networks' Brad Duncan (via ZDNet) explains that BazarLoader provides backdoor access to an infected Windows host. Once downloaded, criminals use the backdoor to send follow-up malware, such as ransomware, scan the environment, and exploit other vulnerable hosts on the network.

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Network World

MAY 30, 2022

Malware targeting Linux environments has increased massively in the past year, with threat actors using a variety of techniques to carry out operations.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Secure access service edge provider Cato Networks today announced it added transport layer security inspection capabilities to its SASE platform to enable customers to inspect TLS traffic more easily and quickly. TLS inspection is essential for keeping harmful content out of company networks.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The post Get instant malware filtering with Gryphon Guardian appeared first on TechRepublic. TechRepublic readers can get this tiny mesh router that blocks security threats for only $79.

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Forrester IT

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Devices blew up due to malware or adware, and users got […]. The Decade Cyber Went Mainstream Yes, technically, decades begin in years that end in one, but it’s easier to say the 2010s than the 2011s. Prior to 2010, cybersecurity was an insular domain. No one really cared, until something they were using didn’t work.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Commercially-available malware, with minimal modification, is behind attacks against the Indian government, says Cisco's Talos security research group.

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Network World

OCTOBER 19, 2023

AI-generating malware, deep fake identity spoofing, and state-sponsored ransomware are just a few of the latest methods that attackers are using to bypass traditional cybersecurity tools. To read this article in full, please click here

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IT Toolbox

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Passengers or anyone connected to the WiFi network created on the vulnerable Contec FLEXLAN FX2000 and FX3000 series of airplane WiFi devices could be exposed to malware. The post Bugs Found in Contec Airplane WiFi Devices Expose Passengers to Cyberattack appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Network World

MAY 5, 2022

Last month, software tools vendor Atlassian suffered a major network outage that lasted two weeks and affected more than 400 of their over 200,000 customers. The outage was the result of a series of unfortunate internal errors by Atlassian’s own staff, and not the result of a cyberattack or malware.

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TechSpot

APRIL 26, 2023

The Gootloader malware originated from the Gootkit banking trojan, which has been active against European targets since 2010. The malicious operation allows third-party criminals to put their malware (especially ransomware) into a compromised network. Read Entire Article

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CTOvision

JANUARY 22, 2014

In thread two, we are introduced to the potential culprit: Kaptoxa which is a purpose built form of malware for targeting POS systems. Bringing the threads together, there remains some mystery remaining regarding the deployment stage of the Kaptoxa Trojan into the victim network. 12/15 – Victim identifies malware on POS systems.

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Network World

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Fortinet has expanded its campus network portfolio with two new switches that feature integration with Fortinet’s security services and AIops management tool. The FortiSwitch 600 is a multi-gigabit secure campus access switch that supports up to 5GE access and 25GE uplinks. To read this article in full, please click here

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Cyber criminals are launching ransomware attacks that are specifically targeting industrial control systems (ICS) in what researchers say is the first instance of file-encrypting malware being built to directly infect computer networks that control operations in manufacturing and utilities environments.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The defining functions of a SASE platform are to provide security and network access. Netskope today announced updates to its SASE platform, Netskope One, that focus on improving network visibility, user experience management, and security capabilities. Without a good user experience, you’re going to have a challenge,” he said.

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TechSpot

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A court-authorized FBI operation has taken down a network of hundreds of Ubiquiti Edge OS routers worldwide infected by a known malware called Mooboot. The malware worked as a botnet and was controlled by state-backed agents with the help of a Russian hacking group known by various names, including Fancy. Read Entire Article

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 30, 2024

to tackle RedLine Stealer and META malware. Read more about a joint operation between several law enforcement agencies in the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Portugal, The Netherlands, and the U.K.

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TechSpot

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The letter claims that every time these infected set-top boxes are switched on and connected to the internet, they immediately start communicating with botnet servers and click-fraud networks that are extensively used by cybercriminals to make advertising money by producing bogus ad clicks. Additionally, the malware lets the criminals use.

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CTOvision

JULY 3, 2019

Despite best efforts to protect the organization’s health information, a hacker has breached the walls and now client files are encrypted, ransom demands have been made to restore health records and more malware may have been placed on the network. An article from […].

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 22, 2023

Because even the best protected networks become infected, all organizations must have. The post Malware response checklist appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Network World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Data theft is a universal fear, and malware that interferes with applications and operations is an important problem for over 90% of CIOs. As far as approaches or targets are concerned, 100% say access security on applications and data is essential and so is regular malware scanning.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 8, 2020

IntSights researchers surveyed the cyberthreat landscape, finding a wide variety of coronavirus-themed phishing lures, malware infections, network intrusions, scams, and disinformation campaigns.

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Network World

MAY 26, 2021

The Center for Internet Security has updated its set of safeguards for warding off the five most common types of attacks facing enterprise networks—web-application hacking, insider and privilege misuse, malware, ransomware, and targeted intrusions.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2024

The Raspberry Robin malware, a heavily obfuscated Windows worm first identified in late 2021, has become one of the most prevalent threats facing enterprises today. Jason Soroko, Senior Vice President of Product at Sectigo, discussed the sophistication of this malware.

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Forrester IT

MARCH 14, 2022

Russia was behind the SolarWinds hack to infiltrate US and European government networks — and is a pernicious, historical source of malware. We […].

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CTOvision

APRIL 28, 2014

And also check out: Hexis Cyber (especially HawkEye-G ), Invincea , Triumfant , Fixmo and Centripetal Networks (to operationalize threat intelligence). Here are my key take-aways from this year’s research: In every measure that matters, in every category, the bad guys are getting faster by automating. Automate with them.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 19, 2014

See the interview here: Tactics Not Malware Are the Story. The #SonyHack is the equivalent of detonating a nuclear bomb on a network that employed four key stratagems: capture, destroy, extort, and publish. The hackers captured and exfiltrated hundreds of terabytes of data then torched the network with wiper malware.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Tests show that deploying malware in a persistent manner on load balancer firmware is within reach of less sophisticated attackers.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Palo Alto Networks has released next-generation firewall (NGFW) software that includes some 50 new features aimed at helping enterprise organizations battle zero-day threats and advanced malware attacks. WildFire is Palo Alto’s on-prem or cloud-based malware sandbox that is closely integrated with Palo Alto’s firewalls.

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