Security Pros Expect Rise in Nation-State Attacks
Concerns for nation-state threats grow, with many fearing attackers intend to do harm.
Month: June 2018
Afghan-Based Attack Disguised as News
Attackers use Metasploit to target victims with malware.
ACLU Warns on Forced Malicious Software Updates
The ACLU has issued guidance on how software developers should deal with demands on malicious security updates.
Attackers Pick Microsoft Office for Zero-Day Exploits
Malicious actors leverage Word as the vector of choice.
New HospitalGown Variant in iOS, Android Apps
A Firebase variant was reportedly downloaded 620 million times.
Oregon.Gov Email Domain Remains Blacklisted
A successful phishing campaign leaves oregon.gov email on many blacklists.
Fortnite’s Android Debut Sees Malicious Apps Launched
YouTube videos have been detected claiming to contain downloads for the Android version of Fortnite
A Third of UK Orgs Have Sacked Employees for Data Breach Negligence
Businesses recognize employee negligence as major security risk, but fail to take action with robust training programs
Younger Employees Identified as ‘Main Culprits’ of Security Breaches
New survey assesses senior-level attitudes towards security risks posed by 18-24-year-old workers
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