The operators behind the Trickbot malware are deploying a new reconnaissance tool dubbed "Masrv" to exfiltrate additional data from targeted networks, according to a Kryptos Logic report. Other researchers have noticed increases in the botnet's activity over the last month.
The sentencing this week of a medical researcher who pleaded guilty in a federal case involving conspiracy to steal trade secrets from a children’s hospital and sell them to China spotlights the growing risks to medical intellectual property posed by insiders.
In the era of “Verify, then trust,” identity proofing becomes the key challenge for enterprises to meet. Matt Johnson of TransUnion dives into the myths and realities behind such topics as biometrics, authentication and national ID programs.
Security researchers at Armorblox uncovered an unusual invoice-themed phishing campaign designed to extract victims' Microsoft Office 365 login credentials, alternate email addresses and phone numbers.
SonicWall has confirmed that a zero-day vulnerability is affecting its Secure Mobile Access, or SMA, gateway product line, and the company is developing a patch to address the issue. Researchers say they have found exploits for the vulnerability circulating in the wild.
A previously undocumented malware variant called "Hildegard" is targeting Kubernetes clusters, according to Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42. The malicious code is likely the work of the TeamTNT hacking group, which mines for monero cryptocurrency.
The National Counterintelligence and Security Center is calling attention to China's ongoing efforts to collect DNA data sets and other sensitive health data of Americans through hacking and other methods. It warns the data could be used to support surveillance or extortion efforts.
Malwarebytes researchers have uncovered unusual payment card skimming code designed to harvest data that is already being stolen by other hackers on a website.
Small businesses have been disproportionately affected by hackers in recent months. To aid in countering the threat, Mastercard has launched a cybersecurity education effort targeting this market segment. Paul Trueman, a senior vice president Mastercard, explains the “Trust Center” initiative.
Embedded software vendor Wind River Systems is investigating a security incident within its internal network, according to a notification filed with California authorities. The data that may have been exposed includes Social Security numbers and passport details.
A newly identified Linux malware variant dubbed "Kobalos" is targeting high-performance computing clusters and supercomputers running multiple operating systems, a report by security firm ESET finds. The malicious code can also steal SSH credentials.
The mobile channel saw great user adoption in 2020 - and it saw a corresponding increase in fraud incidents. Tim Dalgleish of BioCatch discusses mobile fraud trends and the role of behavioral biometrics in enhancing user authentication.
While many details about the SolarWinds Orion hack and full victim list remain unknown, experts have ascribed the apparent espionage campaign to Russia. Now, however, Reuters reports that a separate group of Chinese hackers was also exploiting SolarWinds vulnerabilities to hack targets.
A cyberespionage campaign is targeting game developers in Asia using an infected Android emulator app as part of a supply chain attack, a report by security firm ESET finds.
Ransomware operations continue to come and go. The notorious Maze ransomware gang retired last year, apparently replaced by Egregor, while new operators, such as Pay2Key, RansomEXX and Everest, have emerged. But in recent months, experts say, just six operations have accounted for 84% of attacks.
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