Hacker tools and techniques: Underground hacking sites
Hackers frequently update their attack tools, techniques and methods to find new ways to break into databases, networks and devices. Track their progress and the work of cybercrime investigators with the latest information on hacking groups, underground hacker sites and new hacker tools.
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Podcast
14 Jul 2021
Risk & Repeat: Breaking down the Kaseya ransomware attacks
Nearly two weeks after REvil ransomware hit hundreds of companies, Kaseya and its managed service providers are still assessing the damage from the supply chain attack. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
05 Feb 2021
Risk & Repeat: Diving into the dark web
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the state of the dark web in 2021, how it has changed and what enterprises should know about the threats that exist there. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
05 Feb 2021
Risk & Repeat: Diving into the dark web
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the state of the dark web in 2021, how it has changed and what enterprises should know about the threats that exist there. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
04 Aug 2020
Risk & Repeat: Sophos warns of evolving ransomware threats
Dan Schiappa and Chester Wisniewski of Sophos join the Risk & Repeat podcast to discuss how ransomware groups are evolving and embracing innovative evasion techniques. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
19 Jun 2020
Risk & Repeat: Vault 7 report slams CIA security practices
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the CIA's internal task force report on the Vault 7 leak, which blasted the agency for a variety of serious security lapses. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
02 Aug 2018
Risk & Repeat: A deep dive on SamSam ransomware
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors talk about the SamSam ransomware campaign, which may be the work of a single hacker who's made nearly $6 million. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
22 Dec 2017
Risk & Repeat: Cryptojacking looms amid the bitcoin boom
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the rising threat of cryptojacking and how hackers can steal computing power from unsuspecting users. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
14 Dec 2017
Risk & Repeat: The Bitcoin boom and its infosec effects
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the recent bitcoin boom and how the cryptocurrency's rising value could affect the cybersecurity landscape. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
05 Jul 2017
Risk & Repeat: NotPetya ransomware raises the stakes
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the NotPetya ransomware, its impact and the growing trend of sophisticated ransomware attacks. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
08 Jun 2017
Risk & Repeat: Shadow Brokers launch zero-day exploit service
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the Shadow Brokers' monthly service for zero-day exploits and how it may affect enterprise security efforts. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
23 May 2017
Risk & Repeat: WannaCry ransomware worm shakes tech industry
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors look at the devastation caused by the WannaCry ransomware worm and discuss how it could have been prevented. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
28 Apr 2017
Risk & Repeat: More Equation Group cyberweapons leaked
In this episode of SearchSecurity's Risk & Repeat podcast, editors discuss the latest round of Equation Group cyberweapons and how Microsoft patched them. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading
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Podcast
25 Jan 2017
Risk & Repeat: Windows SMB warning raises questions, concerns
In this episode of SearchSecurity's Risk & Repeat podcast, editors discuss the Shadow Brokers' alleged exploit for Windows SMB and what it means for both enterprises and Microsoft. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright, Senior News Director, Dark Reading