Security News > 2017

Crooks Switch from Ransomware to Cryptocurrency Mining
2017-12-21 22:30

The group behind the VenusLocker ransomware have switched to cryptocurrency mining Monero.

Google Warns DoubleClick Customers of XSS Flaws
2017-12-21 19:44

Google has warned DoubleClick customers that some of the files provided by third-party vendors through its advertising platform can introduce cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities. read more

2017 Health Data Breach Tally: An Analysis
2017-12-21 19:33

Experts Analyze Whether the Stats Signify Real ProgressCompared to the mega-breaches that hit the healthcare sector in 2015 and 2016, the top 10 breaches reported for 2017 were far smaller....

Lithuania Bans Kaspersky Software as 'Potential' Threat
2017-12-21 19:08

Lithuania will ban Moscow-based cyber security firm Kaspersky Lab's products from computers managing key energy, finance and transport systems, authorities said Thursday. read more

Google Play Boots 3 Fake Bitcoin Wallet Apps
2017-12-21 18:34

Google moved quickly to kick three fake bitcoin wallet apps from its Google Play marketplace after researchers discovered them earlier this month.

Apple Admits Deliberately Slowing Older iPhones — Here’s Why
2017-12-21 16:18

Why is my iPhone slow? Do you also ask this question again and again? Well, the biggest conspiracy theory floating around from years that Apple deliberately slows down performance on your older...

Keeper Sues Ars Technica Over Reporting on Critical Flaw
2017-12-21 15:27

Keeper Security has filed a lawsuit against Ars Technica and reporter Dan Goodin over an article covering a serious vulnerability found by a Google researcher in the company’s password manager. read more

Hackers Targeting Servers Running Database Services for Mining Cryptocurrency
2017-12-21 15:18

Security researchers have discovered multiple attack campaigns conducted by an established Chinese criminal group that operates worldwide, targeting database servers for mining cryptocurrencies,...

Fake Bitcoin Wallet Apps Removed from Google Play
2017-12-21 13:52

Three fake Bitcoin applications were recently removed from Google Play after security researchers discovered they were tricking users into sending funds to their developers, mobile security firm...

Resolve to Mitigate Your Business' Digital Risk in 2018
2017-12-21 13:36

As we look to the New Year many of us make resolutions – getting healthier, learning a new skill, saving money, or making more time for family and friends. With 2018 just around the corner, the...