Lacework

MAY 12, 2022

Hunting for Malware. This resulted in numerous hits for Miria variants for various architectures demonstrating how quickly malware authors can adopt PoCs to distribute their malware.

Malware 81

Malware Open Source Research Report 81

Aqua Security

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Our cyber research team detected a new type of attack that executes and runs malware straight from memory in containers, thus evading common defenses and static scanning. We found four container images in Docker Hub designed to execute fileless malware attacks.

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Malware Research Resources 84

Lacework

JULY 15, 2022

This ancient technique has found its place in the world of malware, namely hiding malicious code within other files including image formatted files ( T1027.003 ). General indicators and signatures for steg malware are provided in the hunting section. Malware Details.

Malware 81

Malware Network Storage Linux 81

Lacework

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The post “Spytech Necro” – Keksec’s Latest Python Malware appeared first on Lacework.

Malware 79

Malware Analysis Infrastructure Tools 79

Lacework

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The post Mirai goes Stealth – TLS & IoT Malware appeared first on Lacework.

Malware 71

Malware IoT Cloud 71

Tenable

AUGUST 4, 2022

Analyzing the Vulnerabilities Associated with the Top Malware Strains of 2021. International cybersecurity agencies issue a joint alert outlining the top malware strains of 2021. We have analyzed reports on the malware strains to identify any vulnerabilities associated with them.

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Malware SMB Windows .Net 77

Aqua Security

AUGUST 17, 2020

Now, Tracee is much more than just a system call tracer , it’s a powerful tool that can be used to perform forensic investigations and dynamic analysis of binaries – both are incredibly useful when looking for hidden malware.

Malware 106

Malware Tools System Open Source 106

SecureWorks

MARCH 8, 2022

Type: Blogs Excel Add-ins Deliver JSSLoader Malware The GOLD NIAGARA threat group has expanded its tactics for delivering the JSSLoader RAT, spoofing legitimate Microsoft Excel add-ins to infect systems. Learn how CTU researchers observed multiple malicious Microsoft Excel add-ins delivering JSSLoader malware.

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Malware Groups System Research 72

The Parallax

JANUARY 30, 2018

During a month that’s seen Android malware new and old plague the world’s most popular mobile operating system, Google says its Play Store is becoming more civilized and less like the Wild West. You have a lower probability of being infected by malware from Play than being hit by lightning,” Ahn says. A Google representative says the company detects “most” malware successfully uploaded to Google Play “within a day.” Ahn adds that Android malware is becoming more advanced.

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Malware Open Source Mobile Operating System 156

Dots and Bridges

JULY 23, 2021

The Ransomware and Malware Conundrum. This high-level session provides real answers for protection and prevention from Ransomware and Malware for an ever- expanding federal network enterprise. The post The Ransomware and Malware Conundrum appeared first on Dots and Bridges.

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Malware Virtualization Technology Network 52

CTOvision

JANUARY 9, 2022

Scalable automated malware analysis has become a critical component of enterprise defense. When properly implemented it can be key to mitigating malware threats that otherwise bypass perimeter defenses.

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Malware Scalability Analysis Enterprise 110

TechBeacon

AUGUST 27, 2020

Phones branded “ Tecno ” —made by Shenzhen Transsion Holdings—appear to be preinstalled with malware. Smartphone users in emerging markets are being ripped off by suspiciously cheap handsets. Security, Information Security, Security Blogwatch, Privacy

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Malware Mobile Marketing 114

Symantec

APRIL 28, 2019

SGX-based malware may not be as troublesome as believed. We'll explain why that is and how Symantec is ready to deal with such malware if they were to appear

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Malware 68

Darktrace

JUNE 30, 2020

With cyber-attacks on the IoT devices becoming increasingly prevalent, this blog post details how Darktrace’s AI identified the Mirai malware in an Internet-connected CCTV camera, breaking down each stage of the attack life cycle

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Malware IoT Internet 56

CTOvision

DECEMBER 30, 2020

A new strand of malware uses Word files with macros to download a PowerShell script from GitHub. This PowerShell script further downloads a legitimate image file from image hosting service Imgur […]. News GitHub

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Malware 89

CTOvision

JANUARY 25, 2021

Cybersecurity firm Symantec has uncovered an additional piece of malware used in the SolarWinds attacks, becoming the fourth piece of malware associated with the wide-ranging compromise of the popular IT […]. News SolarWinds Symantec Symantec Endpoint Protection

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Malware 72

Lacework

AUGUST 26, 2019

The post Cryptomining Malware Using NSA Hacking Code is Spreading Rapidly appeared first on Lacework. Blog bitcoin cloud threats malwareThe combination of an anonymous currency and leaked government security exploits have led to a rising new threat for system administrators. While cybercriminals have long featured an assortment of ideologically driven activists or rising stars hoping to make a name for themselves with their peers, the vast majority of them are motivated by money.

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Malware Systems Administration Government System 46

CTOvision

JULY 29, 2014

Three Questions on Automated Malware Removal with Bob Gourley, Cognitio Corp and CTOVision. While there’s still an emphasis – and related spending – on malware detection, most incident response teams are actually overwhelmed by vast number of security alerts they receive. Effective malware detection is important, but only paired with response and removal can companies effectively prevent the malware that will enter the system from doing damage. By Bob Gourley.

Malware 88

Malware Network Company Policies 88

Palo Alto Networks

JUNE 7, 2021

The Unit 42 cybersecurity consulting group published research on the first known malware targeting Windows containers, which was discovered by Unit 42 researcher Daniel Prizmant and named Siloscape.

Malware 83

Malware Windows Network Open Source 83

CTOvision

MAY 1, 2019

Grimes explain 9 types of malware and how they can affect you on CSO Online : People tend to play fast and loose with security terminology. However, it’s important to get your malware classifications straight because knowing how various types of malware spread is vital to containing and removing them. This concise malware […]. Read Roger A.

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Malware How To CTO 85

Lacework

JULY 3, 2019

This malware sample may unlock your variable naming writer’s block. The post Cryptojacking Malware Gets Creative with Variable Names appeared first on Lacework. Have you ever tried using your favorite foods? We hadn’t either until we came across this one. This Bash script was seen following the Confluence exploits we recently blogged about. The unique variable naming isn’t the only thing that caught our eye. The script uses [.]. Read More.

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Malware 53

Darktrace

APRIL 8, 2021

Cyber AI discovered an extensive crypto-mining campaign in cardboard boxes in a disused warehouse. This blog discusses the rise in cryptocurrency farms and what this signals for the international cyber-threat landscape

Malware 108

Malware 108

InfoQ Articles

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The book Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends and Strategies by Tim Rains provides a overview of the threat landscape over a twenty year period. It provides insights and solutions that can be used to develop an effective cybersecurity strategy and improve vulnerability management.

Malware 87

Malware Trends Strategy Machine Learning 87

TechBeacon

MARCH 19, 2020

From misinformation spread by your Facebook friends, through malware distribution, to the DDoS’ing of health agencies. The novel coronavirus is affecting the world of infosec. Security, Information Security, Security Blogwatch

Malware 65

Malware 65

CTOvision

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

The video below explores DDP Protected Workspace and uniquely addresses healthcare regulations related to malware prevention. The evolution of malware has gone from low sophistication, such as script kiddies, to nation states (tier 1), who are more skilled and who specifically target individuals, or industries with data they intend to infiltrate. The malware is from external agents. Malware is all new, and we need to focus on containment and isolation.

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Malware Healthcare Azure Compliance 89

Darktrace

MARCH 15, 2021

Internet-facing RDP servers are an increasingly common vector of compromise. This blog explains how one RDP infection nearly led to the creation of a botnet, had Darktrace AI not alerted the security team as soon as the attack began

Malware 72

Malware Internet 72

Aqua Security

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

With an ever-evolving threat landscape, bad actors increasingly target container infrastructure, installing sophisticated malware into images that changes its behavior to evade detection.

Malware 52

Malware Infrastructure Performance Analysis 52

Capgemini

JULY 16, 2021

The risks of malware. The harsh reality is that malware doesn’t only threaten data security – it can also have a direct impact on sustainability initiatives and impede enterprise climate targets. Malware can damage these checkpoints, making them unreliable and ineffective.

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Malware Sustainability Energy Automotive 52

CTOvision

AUGUST 21, 2017

In hindsight, the blog post should have been titled “Are you ready for state-sponsored zombie malware attacks?” Zombie malware combines the most deadly aspects of malware and zombie computers into one horrible mess. Typically malware gets […]. Artificial Intelligence CTO Cyber Security Cyber Threats Internet of Things News Robots Cybersecurity Malware

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Malware Artificial Intelligence Internet CTO 60

Netskope

JULY 18, 2018

The complexity of different types of malware continues to grow and zero-day malware is often missed by traditional security solutions. Netskope customers have deployed our unified, cloud-native platform to enforce policies across SaaS, IaaS, and the web to block and quarantine zero-day malware in the cloud as well as other critical use cases. Here’s use case #19: Block and quarantine zero-day malware in the cloud. Support quarantine workflows that are malware-centric.

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Malware Cloud Policies Analysis 43

DataRobot

JULY 20, 2021

Cyber and malware analysts have a critical role in detecting and mitigating cyberattacks. In this post, we show you how to build a malware detection model using the largest known dataset, SOREL-20M (Sophos/ReversingLabs-20 Million). Malware Use Case. SoReL-20M Malware Data.

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Malware Training Machine Learning Analysis 52

CTOvision

JUNE 24, 2020

Over two-thirds of malware detected in the first three months of the year was hidden in HTTPS encrypted tunnels in a bid to evade traditional AV, according to Watchguard. The security […].

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Malware 68

Symantec

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Recent campaigns involved exploits against Exchange and MySQL servers. Group has heavy focus on telecoms sector

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Malware Groups 77

Palo Alto Networks

JUNE 10, 2022

Let’s use malware as an example. In other words, an in depth variation on defense as a firewall could stop malware that's headed for an endpoint before it gets there. Wildfire becomes a single source of truth for malware attacks. Once a single source of malware truth is established, all products in the Palo Alto Networks family are updated, including other preventative services: NGFW (VM, CN, PA). Information sharing for defense is as old as the carrier pigeon.

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Malware Firewall Analysis Cloud 40

Darktrace

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Darktrace’s Immune System recently detected Glupteba malware attempting to steal sensitive information from a government organization. This blog post details how targeted and autonomous actions from Darktrace Antigena would have contained the attack

Malware 87

Malware Government Organization System 87

AlienVault

JULY 9, 2019

So, what is malware analysis and why should I care? With the commercialization of cybercrime, malware variations continue to increase at an alarming rate, and this is putting many a defender on their back foot. Malware analysis — the basis for understanding the inner workings and intentions of malicious programs — has grown into a complex mix of technologies in data science and human interpretation.

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Malware Analysis Tools Big Data 40

AlienVault

JULY 9, 2019

So, what is malware analysis and why should I care? With the commercialization of cybercrime, malware variations continue to increase at an alarming rate, and this is putting many a defender on their back foot. Malware analysis — the basis for understanding the inner workings and intentions of malicious programs — has grown into a complex mix of technologies in data science and human interpretation.

Malware 40

Malware Analysis Tools Big Data 40

taos

OCTOBER 14, 2019

First Published: April 4, 2017, By Mark McCullough?—?Technical Technical Consultant Former Mozilla developer, Robert O’Callahan recently joined the growing chorus of those openly stating that anti-virus products cause more security harm than they prevent. He’s right, but that’s not the only security product that should have the harsh glare of security shined on it. It’s time for information security to eat its own dog food.

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Malware Tools Network Resources 40

SecureWorks

OCTOBER 20, 2019

5 Ways Advanced Malware Evades the Sandbox Five Techniques You Can Do To Prepare for Evasive Advanced Malware Learn the five ways advanced malware evades detection and recommended techniques you can do to prepare for them. Fundamentals

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Malware 40

TechBeacon

JANUARY 21, 2021

An AppleScript feature designed to compress scripts into pre-compiled form has allowed bad actors to evade security researchers for years. This cryptominer Trojan spread unchecked for some five years. Security, Information Security, Security Blogwatch

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Malware Research 82