Emerging cyberattacks and threats
Hackers and cybercriminals are constantly looking for and developing new techniques and attack methods. Read through our news, tips and advice to get the latest information about evolving security threats and emerging cyberattacks.
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March 20, 2019
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New Mirai malware variant targets enterprise devices
Researchers from Palo Alto Networks have spotted a new variant of the Mirai botnet that is targeting enterprise presentation systems and digital signage with 11 new exploits.
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March 20, 2019
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Experts praise Norsk Hydro cyberattack response
Aluminum manufacturer Norsk Hydro was hit with ransomware that forced a switch to manual operations. The company's incident response has experts impressed.
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March 13, 2019
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Election security threats loom as presidential campaigns begin
Fragile electronic voting systems and the weaponization of social media continue to menace U.S. election systems as presidential candidates ramp up their 2020 campaigns.
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March 13, 2019
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SANS Institute: DNS attacks gaining steam in 2019
At RSA Conference 2019, experts from the SANS Institute discuss the most dangerous attack techniques they've seen, including DNS manipulation and domain fronting.
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steganography
Steganography (pronounced STEHG-uh-NAH-gruhf-ee, from Greek steganos, or "covered," and graphie, or "writing") is the hiding of a secret message within an ordinary message and the extraction of it at its destination. Continue Reading
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How does the SynAck ransomware use Process Doppelgänging?
A technique called Process Doppelgänging was used by the SynAck ransomware to bypass security software. Expert Michael Cobb explains how this technique works and why it's unique. Continue Reading
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advanced persistent threat (APT)
An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a prolonged and targeted cyberattack in which an intruder gains access to a network and remains undetected for an extended period of time. Continue Reading
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An introduction to building management system vulnerabilities
Understanding what a building management system is and does is important for organizations to have stronger security postures. Expert Ernie Hayden examines the BMS and its flaws. Continue Reading
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With an IoT digital twin, security cannot be forgotten
While digital twins can improve the security of IoT devices and processes, it is critical to consider the security of the twins themselves when implementing one. Continue Reading
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Top 10 CISO concerns for 2019 span a wide range of issues
From dealing with data and staffing shortages to adapting to an ever-expanding set of job responsibilities, CISOs face an array of serious issues in 2019. Continue Reading
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USB attacks: Big threats to ICS from small devices
USB devices can carry malware that can wreak havoc on industrial control systems. Expert Ernie Hayden explores the history of USB attacks and possible mitigations. Continue Reading
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The top 7 enterprise IoT risks to consider
The internet of things, while influential and beneficial, introduces a number of enterprise security challenges. Explore seven key risks of IoT your enterprise should consider. Continue Reading
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GandCrab ransomware: How does it differ from previous versions?
A new version of GandCrab was discovered by researchers in July 2018 and involves the use of legacy systems. Learn how this version differs and who is at risk with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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How did the Dirty COW exploit get shipped in software?
An exploit code for Dirty COW was accidentally shipped by Cisco with product software. Learn how this code ended up in a software release and what this vulnerability can do. Continue Reading
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Cyber NYC initiative strives to make New York a cybersecurity hub
New York City officials have launched Cyber NYC, a multifaceted initiative to grow the city's cybersecurity workforce while helping companies drive cybersecurity innovation. Continue Reading
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How does the new Dharma Ransomware variant work?
Brrr ransomware, a Dharma variant, was found adding malicious extensions to encrypted files. Discover how this is possible and how this attack can be mitigated with Judith Myerson. Continue Reading