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Beware of phishing emails delivering backdoored Linux VMs!

Unknown attackers are trying to trick Windows users into spinning up a custom Linux virtual machine (VM) with a pre-configured backdoor, Securonix researchers have discovered. The campaign The attack began with a phishing email, they believe, but the.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurity9 hr. 38 min. ago

Cofense improves visibility of dangerous email-based threats

Cofense released new AI-driven spam reduction capabilities to its Phishing Detection and Response (PDR) platform. These enhancements reduce workload so SOC analysts can concentrate on genuine threats that could quickly harm an organization’s revenu.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 23rd, 2024

Qualcomm unveils powerful automotive chips that enable greater AI, ADAS capabilities

Qualcomm unveiled more powerful versions of its automated driving and digital cockpit platforms, delivering computing and AI performance several times greater than before......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

Are academics more likely to answer emails from "Melissa" or "Rahul"? The answer may not surprise you

Universities are supposed to be places where all students can learn, free from discrimination......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

Israeli orgs targeted with wiper malware via ESET-branded emails

Attackers have tried to deliver wiper malware to employees at organizations across Israel by impersonating cybersecurity company ESET via email. The phishing email The attack took the form of a phishing email ostensibly sent by the “Eset Advanc.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 18th, 2024

Cybercrime’s constant rise is becoming everyone’s problem

Cybercrime in recent years shows no signs of slowing down, with phishing attacks surging and ransomware tactics becoming more advanced, forcing organizations to constantly adapt their defenses. The rise of deepfake technology, especially in creating.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 18th, 2024

Lookout offers protection against social engineering and executive impersonation attacks

Lookout announced new features for its Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) solution, Lookout Mobile Endpoint Security. These advancements provide comprehensive protection against two fast-growing advanced social engineering tactics: smishing (SMS phishing) a.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 16th, 2024

North Korean hackers use newly discovered Linux malware to raid ATMs

Once, FASTCash ran only on Unix. Then came Windows. Now it can target Linux, too. In the beginning, North Korean hackers compromised the banking infrastructure running AIX, IBM’.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Heads up Pixel users, Android 15 could begin rolling out today!

According to emails and a post in the forums, Google might have let slip that the Android 15 update could roll out today for Pixel owners. The post Heads up Pixel users, Android 15 could begin rolling out today! appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

OneSpan strenghtens banking security with phishing-resistant authentication

OneSpan announced an innovation in phishing-resistant transaction security, VISION FX. This new solution combines OneSpan’s patented CRONTO transaction signing with FIDO2 protocols that strengthen protection against phishing and account takeover th.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 14th, 2024

Apple now allowing users to change their iCloud email address starting with iOS 18.1

For the first time, starting in iOS 18.1, Apple will allow users to change their iCloud email address entirely. Previously, users could set an alias to send emails from, but there was no way to outright change or remove whatever you first set your iC.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 12th, 2024

Why a diabetes drug fell short of anticancer hopes

Studies suggested it could treat cancer, but the clinical trials were a bust. Pamela Goodwin has received hundreds of emails from patients asking if they should take a cheap, read.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 12th, 2024

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs

Work on Asahi's Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. A few years ago, the idea of running PC games on a Mac, in Linux, or on Arm processors would have b.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Gmail Gets Refreshed Summary Cards, New “Happening Soon” Section

Gmail is getting several big changes to the way it presents information for purchases, events, bills, and travel emails. The summary cards you may have experienced in the past are about to get an overhaul that will bring you clearer information with.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  droidlifeRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

Thousands of Linux systems infected by stealthy malware since 2021

The ability to remain installed and undetected makes Perfctl hard to fight. Thousands of machines running Linux have been infected by a malware strain that’s notable for its ste.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

Intel and Google Cloud team up to launch super-secure VMs

Google Cloud and Intel have joined forces to create new super-secure Confidential Computing instances for regulated industries......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Legit Posture Score empowers security teams to measure and manage their AppSec posture

Legit Security launched its new “Legit Posture Score,” delivering a dynamic, comprehensive, and fully transparent ASPM rating system. Now security teams can proactively measure and manage their AppSec posture instantly with a holistic sco.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Spotting AI-generated scams: Red flags to watch for

In this Help Net Security interview, Andrius Popovas, Chief Risk Officer at Mano Bank, discusses the most prevalent AI-driven fraud schemes, such as phishing attacks and deepfakes. He explains how AI manipulates videos and audio to deceive victims an.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Halcyon offers ransomware protection for Linux environments

As an integral part of the Halcyon Anti-Ransomware Platform, Halcyon Linux offers protection against ransomware attacks targeting Linux systems. While ransomware operators were once almost exclusively focused on targeting Windows environments, the in.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

QR Code phishing is advancing to a new level, so be on your guard

New phishing campaigns employ two QR codes - a 'clean' one, and a malicious one......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 30th, 2024

CUPS vulnerabilities affecting Linux, Unix systems can lead to RCE

After much hyping and following prematurely leaked information by a third party, security researcher Simone Margaritelli has released details about four zero-day vulnerabilities in the Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS) that can be abused by remote,.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsSep 27th, 2024