Cybercriminals stories - Page 16
What do cybercriminals spend their money on? Sex, drugs & toilet roll
Sat, 14th Apr 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
Cybercriminals in Bromium's report were earning up to £1.4m a year and had a number of fascinating spending habits.
Data centres beware: New report predicts imminent attacks
Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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hyperscale
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Cryptomining is increasingly outdoing ransomware in popularity but cybercriminals are running out of CPU, painting data centres as prime targets.
Expert: Farce involving Russia’s US elections breach needs resolving
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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elections
Multiple US officials have announced the intelligence community had evidence that states had been compromised by Russia but didn't tell anyone.
Cybercriminals likely to attempt GDPR extortion for greater ROI
Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Trend Micro says cybercriminals are becoming more business-minded and are likely to target organisations that are trying to comply with GDPR.
Threat Spotlight: New widespread, 'unstoppable' phishing attack
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
Barracuda looks into a new phishing attack that impersonates popular web services to entice victims into giving away their credentials.
Hacking of national security projects highlights importance of patching
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
The recent release of the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) 2017 report revealed a small breach – with massive implications.
Warnings issued: ‘Hackable’ hospital syringes could be fatal
Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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iot
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
A skilled cybercriminal can hack the automated syringe from anywhere in the world to take over and control it to adjust dosages. Is the IoT worth it?.
Expert spells out how businesses can 'block the spears'
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
There is no doubt about it, but spear-phishing is big business in 2017 - Menlo Security's Jason Steer explains how businesses can protect themselves.
Once prominent infection method now declining - short blip or for good?
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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software development
An expert from Digital Shadows dissects the once prominent method of infection known as exploit kits and whether they remain a threat.
New report reveals hackers weaponising old vulnerabilities
Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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malware
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ddos
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cybersecurity
Akamai's Q2 2017 report shows a 28% increase in DDoS attacks, with the PBot malware being a major contributor.
Two dark web markets shut down but expert says ‘one door closes, a window opens’
Tue, 22nd Aug 2017
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cybersecurity
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market
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dark web
The recent shutdown of AlphaBay and Hansa has left dark web marketplaces on shaky ground, says Digital Shadows CEO Alastair Paterson.
Want to cause chaos? ICIT says hacking elections is easy
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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elections
Hackers at DEFCON were able to exploit vulnerabilities in voting machines in a matter of minutes - ICIT breaks down just how easy it is.
Malware found prowling within every app of alternative Android store
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Malware researcher at ESET, Lukáš Štefanko says this is the first time he has ever seen an entire Android market infected like that.
Cisco reveals alarming findings from Midyear Cybersecurity Report
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The Cisco Midyear Cybersecurity Report warns of rapidly evolving threats and potential 'destruction of service' (DeOS) attacks.
Digital Shadows discovers credit card crime ring cashing in on $24b a year
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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credit card fraud
A professional ecosystem has emerged that is providing e-learning courses to allow aspiring cybercriminals to make USD$12k in monthly earnings.
Businesses can't outrun cybercriminals but they can 'outsmart' them
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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empired
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cybercriminals
Most businesses mistakenly believe they are protected against cybercrime due to security controls, but this is not the case, says Empired.
The Trojan Games: Spyware lets crims see your poker hand
Fri, 18th Sep 2015
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malware
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cybersecurity
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trojan
The odds of you winning your online poker game have just got longer, thanks to a spyware program allowing cybercriminals to see your hand.
ANZ businesses recognising need for protection
Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
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ransomware
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro has seen an eightfold increase in enquiries in the ANZ region in 2015, after analysts forecast another big year for data breaches.
Don't be a mug this Valentine's Day
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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malware
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cybersecurity
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valentine's day
This Valentine’s Day, online dating offers paths to romance, but beware of cybercriminals. Norton shares five tips to help you stay safe.
Security: From hunted to hunter
Tue, 12th Feb 2013
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soc
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risk & compliance
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cyber attacks
As cyber threats evolve, traditional security measures fall short. Companies must pivot from passive defence to proactive threat hunting to stay secure.