Security News

New Phishing Campaign Targets Oil & Gas with Evolved Data-Stealing Malware
2024-04-04 15:30

An updated version of an information-stealing malware called Rhadamanthys is being used in phishing campaigns targeting the oil and gas sector. "The phishing emails use a unique vehicle incident...

The Biggest Takeaways from Recent Malware Attacks
2024-04-04 14:01

Today's malware is not just about causing immediate damage; some programs get embedded within systems to siphon off data over time, disrupt operations strategically, or lay the groundwork for massive, coordinated attacks. Read on to get the lowdown on recent high-profile malware attacks along with strategies to help limit malware risks at your organization.

Winnti's new UNAPIMON tool hides malware from security software
2024-04-02 21:59

The Chinese 'Winnti' hacking group was found using a previously undocumented malware called UNAPIMON to let malicous processes run without being detected. UNAPIMON is a C++ malware delivered in DLL form, which uses Microsoft Detours for hooking the CreateProcessW API function, allowing it to unhook critical API functions in child processes.

China-linked Hackers Deploy New 'UNAPIMON' Malware for Stealthy Operations
2024-04-02 11:00

A threat activity cluster tracked as Earth Freybug has been observed using a new malware called UNAPIMON to fly under the radar. "Earth Freybug is a cyberthreat group that has been active since at...

Detecting Windows-based Malware Through Better Visibility
2024-04-01 11:20

Despite a plethora of available security solutions, more and more organizations fall victim to Ransomware and other threats. These continued threats aren't just an inconvenience that hurt...

Escalating malware tactics drive global cybercrime epidemic
2024-04-01 03:30

The average malware detections rose 80% from the previous quarter, illustrating a substantial volume of malware threats arriving at the network perimeter. Geographically, most of the increased malware instances affected the Americas and Asia-Pacific.

DinodasRAT malware targets Linux servers in espionage campaign
2024-03-31 14:35

The Linux variant of the malware has not been described publicly, although the first version has been tracked to 2021. Cybersecurity company ESET has previously seen DinodasRAT compromising Windows systems in an espionage campaign dubbed 'Operation Jacana,' that targeted government entities.

Vultur banking malware for Android poses as McAfee Security app
2024-03-30 15:56

Security researchers found a new version of the Vultur banking trojan for Android that includes more advanced remote control capabilities and an improved evasion mechanism. A report from Fox-IT, part of the NCC Group, warns that a new, more evasive version of Vultur spreads to victims through a hybrid attack that relies on smishing and phone calls that trick the targets into installing a version of the malware that masquerades as the McAfee Security app.

Hackers Target macOS Users with Malicious Ads Spreading Stealer Malware
2024-03-30 07:16

Malicious ads and bogus websites are acting as a conduit to deliver two different stealer malware, including Atomic Stealer, targeting Apple macOS users. The ongoing infostealer attacks targeting...

Activision: Enable 2FA to secure accounts recently stolen by malware
2024-03-29 20:25

An infostealer malware campaign has collected millions of logins from users of various gaming websites, including players that use cheats, pay-to-cheat services. "The DB for the stealer represents gaming related accounts much more than anything else," Zebleer said, adding that "It's the largest infostealer malware campaign targeting gamers/cheaters in history."