Raccoon Stealer malware newest business email compromise attack
A simple yet versatile malware called Raccoon Stealer that bypasses anti-spam filters looks like it is going to be a problem for InfoSec pros.
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Firefox Nightly, other browsers, take aim at Symantec certificates
Symantec certificates are now the scourge of the tech world for good reason. See what Silicon Valley is doing to eliminate their influence.
iOS sync vulnerability in iTunes allows cybercriminal access
Researchers have found a new iOS sync vulnerability tied to a function within iTunes’ WiFi Sync. If this vulnerability is exploited properly, attackers can gain control of a victim’s device.
North Korea behind recent nation-state hacks — or are they?
Symantec has laid the blame on the North Korean hacker group Lazarus for numerous recent breaching incidents. But is there more to the story?
Shark ransomware: scam or legitimate threat? Or both?
Shark, a new variant in the Ransomware as a Service category, appears to have a brand-new pricing model. While it appears to be a legitimate threat to end users, it may also take a bite out of inexperienced hackers who try to distribute it.
Big Brother wants to get bigger
The U.S. government is asking for an “adult conversation” with InfoSec professionals about encryption, but what they really want is backdoor methods to decrypt personal data and more intrusion on civil liberties.
Shadowy cyber-espionage group Strider: What do they want?
Cyberespionage group Strider seems to be a major player in cyberwarfare.
Warnings emerge about vulnerabilities in Symantec products
When it comes to virus prevention products, companies like Symantec always appear as among the most popular in the field. This is a double-edged sword, for while it is encouraging that many consumers care about security, one vulnerability can compromise …
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