The news of the week is discussed, including the Gmail/Google Docs phishing attack, the Intel AMT vulnerability, IBM’s malware-laden USB drives, and drone security.
Supply Chain Update Software Unknowingly Used in Attacks
Microsoft shuts down hackers who hijacked a software updater with fileless, or in-memory, malware attacks.
Stealthy RAT Targeting North Korea Since 2014
Cisco has uncovered a remote administration tool called Konni that it says has been used in attacks against government agencies and public organizations linked to North Korea.
Update: Google Doc phishing story takes some bizarre turns
Since news began circulating last night of a phishing campaign parading around as Google Doc access links, the tale has taken strange twists and turns. A self-described graduate student claims he was behind the blast of emails, and that they were…
Going travelling? Don’t drop your guard when you’re on the road
Cybercriminals don’t take holidays, as recent breaches show: here are some tips to keep your data safe while you travel
Want to get your Android phone purring? Don’t install Full Optimizer
Full Optimizer and its little brother, Full Optimizer Lite, don’t optimize your phone – instead they aggressively deliver ads. Here’s what SophosLabs has learned about these apps
Malware Hunter Crawls Internet Looking for RAT C2s
A new crawler from Shodan and Recorded Future called Malware Hunter seeks out command and control servers managing endpoints infected with remote access Trojans and other malware.
IBM: Destroy USBs Infected with Malware Dropper
USB drives shipped with some IBM’s Storwize storage products are infected with malware, and the tech giant advises customers destroy the devices.
Shamoon Collaborator Greenbug Adopts New Communication Tool
New clues surface on Shamoon’s ability steal credentials ahead of attacks.
Super Free Music Player in Google Play is malware: a technical analysis
Listening to tunes via Super Free Music Player on your Android phone? If so, get rid of it: it’s malware, and here’s what we’ve learned about it