Check Point Software stories - Page 8
Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.
Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users
Tue, 25th May 2021
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smartphones
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mobile apps
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apps
Application developers have left their data and millions of users’ private information exposed by not following best practices.
Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks
Fri, 14th May 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.
Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light
Fri, 14th May 2021
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ddos
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ransomware
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malware
Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.
Messaging app used to control and distribute malware
Mon, 26th Apr 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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im
Hackers are using instant messaging app Telegram for remote control and distribution of malware, according to Check Point Research.
97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report
Wed, 14th Apr 2021
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endpoint protection
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malware
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edr
Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.
New wormable Android malware discovered through auto-replies in WhatsApp
Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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whatsapp
Check Point Research has discovered new malware on Google’s Play Store that could spread through WhatsApp messages.
Ransomware and Microsoft Exchange attacks surging
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.
Hackers offering forged “official” COVID-19 vaccination certificates and negative test results on dark net
Wed, 24th Mar 2021
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dark net
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dark web
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covid-19
There has been a 350% increase in the number of advertisements selling alleged COVID-19 vaccines within the last three months.
Exploits double 'every two to three hours' following Microsoft Exchange zero-days
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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check point software
Hackers are racing against security experts following the disclosure of vulnerabilities on Microsoft Exchange Servers, says Check Point Research.
COVID-19 sees rapid cloud adoption, rise in double-extortion ransomware
Fri, 26th Feb 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Rapid cloud adoption, remote working, and double extortion ransomware attacks are key cyber security trends from COVID-19, says Check Point.
2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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check point software
The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.
Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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smb
The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber attacks for SMBs, giving greater ease of deployment and management.
Thousands of stolen credentials end up on the internet by careless phishing scammers
Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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phishing
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email security
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iam
Large-scale phishing campaign exposed stolen credentials to the public, Check Point Research and Otorio researchers find.
Check Point invests in local cloud capabilities in ANZ
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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cloud security
As public cloud usage in Australia and New Zealand grows, the company says it will continue to invest locally to support businesses.
Check Point uncovers live Linux attack, urges users to take action
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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ddos
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open source
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cybersecurity
Ongoing cyber attacks targeting Linux systems have been discovered, with users urged to patch their systems immediately, warns Check Point Research.
Malware vendors look to marketing to spread Android RAT
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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smartphones
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malware
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wireless networks
Android malware vendor teams up with marketer to rebrand products and target criminal underground, says Check Point research.
Inaugural Microsoft APAC Partner Awards winners announced
Mon, 18th Jan 2021
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martech
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partner programmes
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hitachi
Three new regional awards introduced this year for APAC: Independent Software Vendor, Global Systems Integrator, and Services Partner of the Year.
Microsoft top targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020
Fri, 15th Jan 2021
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physical security
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microsoft
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cyber criminal
Microsoft was the most targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020, as they tried to exploit remote working during the pandemic. DHL came second.
Dark net vendors wanting Bitcoin payments for unverified COVID-19 vaccines
Thu, 14th Jan 2021
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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email security
As the medicines are being offered on the dark net, purchasers have no way of knowing whether they are genuine, according to Check Point.