Security News

Backdoor Attacks From Windigo Operation Still Active
2017-10-31 12:21

Windigo, a malicious operation uncovered over three years ago, continues to be active despite a takedown attempt in 2014 and the sentencing of one conspirator in August 2017. read more

Week in review: Vulnerable encryption, Mac backdoor, Flash Player 0day exploited in the wild
2017-10-23 02:00

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news and articles: Vulnerability in code library allows attackers to work out private RSA keys Researchers have discovered a security...

MacOS Proton backdoor delivered via Trojanized media player app
2017-10-20 19:56

A Trojanized version of Elmedia Player software for Mac was available for download for who knows how long from the developer’s official site, ESET researchers have found. The threat The...

Russia Fines Telegram For Not Giving Backdoor Access
2017-10-16 12:47

A Russian court on Monday fined the popular Telegram messenger app for failing to provide the country's security services with encryption keys to read users' messaging data. read more

2017-10-05 17:23

A newly detailed backdoor is using an FTP server for command and control (C&C) purposes, Trend Micro security researchers warn. read more

Inside the CCleaner Backdoor Attack
2017-10-05 09:18

Two members of Avast's threat intelligence team shared new information about the CCleaner backdoor attack.

Backdoor Masquerades as Popular WordPress Plugin
2017-09-29 14:10

A fake WordPress plugin containing a backdoor attempts to trick users into believing it is a version of a popular plugin that has over 100,000 installs. read more

Remote Wi-Fi Attack Backdoors iPhone 7
2017-09-27 12:00

Google’s Project Zero released a proof-of-concept attack against a Wi-Fi firmware vulnerability in Broadcom chips that backdoors the iPhone 7. The flaw was patched in iOS 11.

Cisco Closes Backdoor to Umbrella Virtual Appliances
2017-09-27 11:54

Cisco has closed a backdoor that could have allowed hackers with access to the networking giant’s systems to take control of customers’ Umbrella Virtual Appliance devices. read more

CCleaner Malware Infects Big Tech Companies With Second Backdoor
2017-09-21 01:31

The group of unknown hackers who hijacked CCleaner's download server to distribute a malicious version of the popular system optimization software targeted at least 20 major international...