The Senate’s use of the end-to-end encrypted messaging app Signal is a good first step in protecting U.S. democratic institutions, but much more needs to be protected.
Android Gets Security Makeover With Google Play Protect
Google announces big changes for Android security including new features, a rebranding of old services and an updated UI, all streamlined under a new service called Google Play Protect.
APT3 Linked to Chinese Ministry of State Security
Researchers claim that APT3, widely believed to be a China-based threat actor, is directly connected to the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS).
WikiLeaks Reveals Two CIA Malware Frameworks
WikiLeaks released details on what it claims are two frameworks for malware samples dubbed AfterMindnight and Assassin, both allegedly developed by the US Central Intelligence Agency.
Chrome Browser Hack Opens Door to Credential Theft
Researchers at DefenseCode claim a vulnerability in Google’s Chrome browser allows hackers to steal credentials and launch SMB relay attacks.
New Jaff Ransomware Part Of Active Necurs Spam Blitz
A new malware family called Jaff has been identified by researchers who say they are currently tracking multiple and massive spam campaigns distributing the malware via the Necurs botnet.
Anti Public Combo List Analysis Reveals Password Habits Improving
Researchers take a deep dive analysis on a recently discovered database of more than 500 million username and password pairs.
Android Permissions Flaw Will Linger Until O Release
Google said a permissions flaw that puts Android users at heightened risk of malware, ransomware and adware attacks will not be fixed until the release of its next mobile OS, Android O.
Researchers Disclose Intel AMT Flaw Research
Security firm Embedi releases further details on the Intel AMT flaw, revealing how it can be exploited and how potentially dangerous it can be.
Carbanak Attackers Devise Clever New Persistence Trick
Hackers behind the Carbanak criminal gang have devised a clever way to gain persistence on targeted systems to more effectively pull off financially motivated crimes.