‘Sledgehammer’ tool encourages hackers to launch DDoS attacks – but there’s a sting in the tail
Nymaim using MAC addresses to uncover virtual environments and bypass antivirus
Malware connected to ransom attacks seeks to defy software protection
German Industrial Giant Victim of Cyber Espionage
German industrial firm ThyssenKrupp said it’s working with authorities to investigate a data breach of unspecified amount of internal data.
Ransomware Gives Free Decryption Keys to Victims Who Infect Others
Ransomware still under development called Popcorn Time forces victims to either pay the ransom, or try to infect other machines in exchange for the decryption key.
New Call to Regulate IoT Security By Design
A D.C. think tank recommends regulations that mandate IoT security by design before attacks infiltrate critical infrastructure, financial and health care organizations.
Zeus Variant ‘Floki Bot’ Targets PoS Data
Researchers have observed an uptick in attacks using the banking malware Floki Bot against U.S., Canadian and Brazilian banks and insurance firms.
New Large-Scale DDoS Attacks Follow Schedule
Researchers are tracking a new wave of DDoS attacks that rival Mirai when it comes to intensity and scope.
News in brief: meals on robot wheels; Mirai blamed for new attacks; police bypass iPhone encryption
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‘Avalanche’ botnet takes a tumble after Europol cyber-bust
Multi-agency global operation takes down longstanding cybercrime platform
Gooligan Malware Breaches 1 Million Google Accounts
The Gooligan Android malware steals Google authentication tokens from mobile devices to breach user and corporate accounts.