Tech Republic Security

JULY 7, 2021

A new phishing campaign claims to offer a security update for Kaseya's VSA software but actually tries to install malware, says Malwarebytes.

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Network World

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Fortinet has expanded the reach of its AI-powered security assistant that uses genAI techniques to simplify and automate security analyses. The FortiAI assistant initially was part of Fortinet’s FortiSIEM security information and event management platform and FortiSOAR security orchestration, automation, and response product.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 3, 2024

With 5G, the OT network is encrypted end-to-end, which enables completely secure communication between devices and systems. These security benefits are important for two reasons. More than ever, businesses are concerned that threat actors could place malware on their OT networks and syphon valuable data over an extended period.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 1, 2022

A new type of malware attack is hitting Ukraine, and it renders the victim's machine useless. The post Destructive “HermeticWiper” malware strikes Ukraine appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 29, 2023

The post Nexus Android malware targets 450 financial applications appeared first on TechRepublic. Learn how to protect your organization and users from this Android banking trojan.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 8, 2022

and Australia offers tips on combating the top malware strains of 2021, including Agent Tesla, LokiBot, Qakbot, TrickBot and GootLoader. The post How to protect your organization from the top malware strains appeared first on TechRepublic. A joint advisory from the U.S.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

2021 saw a decrease in mobile malware attacks, yet they have become increasingly sophisticated. The post 2021 mobile malware evolution: Fewer attacks, escalating dangers appeared first on TechRepublic. Learn more about these threats and how to avoid being a victim.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Learn how to protect your business and staff from the MortalKombat ransomware and Laplas Clipper malware. The post Cryptocurrency users in the US hit by ransomware and Clipper malware appeared first on TechRepublic.

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CIO Business Intelligence

MARCH 4, 2025

Security researchers are warning of a significant global rise in Chinese cyber espionage activity against organizations in every industry. The report also highlighted that Chinese groups continue to share malware tools a long-standing hallmark of Chinese cyber espionage with the KEYPLUG backdoor serving as a prime example.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Some banking malware targets mobile devices and can quickly steal money from banking accounts. Meet Xenomorph, a new malware targeting Android and more than 50 banking and financial applications. The post New Xenomorph Android malware targets more than 50 banking and financial applications appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 23, 2024

A new malware called NGate allows cybercriminals to steal near field communication data from Android phones via sophisticated social engineering. The data is relayed to the fraudsters before being used to steal cash.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 3, 2020

Cybercriminals are finding new ways to get malware on mobile devices, including abusing Android's accessibility features, according to a McAfee report.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

A new malware named Chaos raises concerns as it spreads on multiple architectures and operating systems. The post New Chaos malware spreads over multiple architectures appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

JULY 6, 2023

Learn how the Meduza Stealer malware works, what it targets and how to protect your company from this cybersecurity threat. The post New Malware Targets 97 Browser Variants, 76 Crypto Wallets & 19 Password Managers appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 18, 2024

The Androxgh0st malware botnet is used for victim identification and exploitation in targeted networks, as well as credentials collection. Read the FBI/CISA's tips for protecting against this malware threat.

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Network World

OCTOBER 17, 2024

While cybersecurity job demand has stabilized to pre-pandemic levels, AI-driven technology changes are altering the professional landscape for security professionals. The security skill shortage isn’t unique to the U.S. The ISC2 survey found that 90% of organizations reported having skills gaps within their security teams.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

We talked to Proofpoint researchers about this new malware threat and how it infects Windows systems to steal information.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Atomic Stealer malware advertises itself through ClearFake browser updates disguised as Google's Chrome and Apple’s Safari.

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Tech Republic Security

MAY 9, 2022

The cybersecurity company says this is the first time they have seen this type of malware hiding method. The post Kaspersky uncovers fileless malware inside Windows event logs appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Network World

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In the first half of this year, 38% of organizations had at least one cloud workload that was critically vulnerable, highly privileged, and publicly exposed, according to a study of telemetry from customers of cloud security vendor Tenable released this week. used to standardize on a security baseline.”

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The Joker malware has been a persistent thorn in Google's side as it keeps popping up in shady apps to infect users of the Google Play store.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Malware is an insidious infection that will steal productivity from your enterprise and potentially wreak havoc on your network. To prevent and counteract malware, it’s important to know the terminology surrounding it.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Launching more sophisticated botnets, malware, and other threats, cybercriminals are getting more ruthless, says Nuspire.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The initial apps in Google Play were safe, but the creators found a way around the Play Store's protections to install malware on Android users' devices. Here's how it happened and how to stay safe.

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Tech Republic Security

JUNE 1, 2021

Bitcoin prices rocketed in early 2021, and so did the number of cybercriminals distributing malware to force infected devices to mine them, with numbers quadrupling from February to March alone.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 15, 2022

Don’t let mobile malware ruin your day or your device. The post Mobile malware is on the rise: Know how to protect yourself from a virus or stolen data appeared first on TechRepublic. Be aware of how this threat happens and take good precautions to avoid it.

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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. Learn which router models are primarily targeted and how to protect from this security threat. The post New Hiatus malware campaign targets routers appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Microsoft OneDrive accounts for 26% of the overall usage of cloud storage apps to host malware, ahead of Microsoft PowerPoint and GitHub.

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Tech Republic Security

JULY 8, 2024

Operational technology users face challenges including communication between process engineering and cyber security teams, a growth in malware and ransomware, and insiders making basic technology mistakes.

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Tech Republic Security

JUNE 4, 2020

Malicious files masquerading as curriculum vitae are being sent to businesses to install malware that can capture passwords and other sensitive information, says Check Point Research.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 8, 2022

A new malware has infiltrated AWS Lambda services, and investigators still aren’t sure how it happened. The post AWS Lambda sees its first malware attack with Denonia, and we don’t know how it got there appeared first on TechRepublic. Here’s how it works and how to protect your organization.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 14, 2022

A new social engineering method is spreading this malware, and it’s very easy to fall for. The post Cybersecurity: Attacker uses websites’ contact forms to spread BazarLoader malware appeared first on TechRepublic. Here’s what it’s doing and how to avoid it.

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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. These devices typically lack robust built-in security, can’t accept agents, and can be highly vulnerable to compromise.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 11, 2022

Google took over the top spot for malicious downloads from Microsoft OneDrive as attackers created free accounts, uploaded malware and shared documents with unsuspecting users, says Netskope.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 17, 2023

The post Credential harvesting malware appears on deep web appeared first on TechRepublic. New cloud-focused credential harvester available on encrypted messaging service Telegram is part of a trend of Python scrapers making it easier to bait multiple phishing hooks.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 21, 2024

Compare the top six malware removal software for 2024. Bitdefender leads, with Norton and Malwarebytes as strong contenders.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

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

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