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New report reveals hackers weaponising old vulnerabilities
Malware

New report reveals hackers weaponising old vulnerabilities

Akamai's Q2 2017 report shows a 28% increase in DDoS attacks, with the PBot malware being a major contributor.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
DDoS attacks hitting 'record-breaking' levels as volumes increase 380%
Distributed Denial of Service

DDoS attacks hitting 'record-breaking' levels as volumes increase 380%

DDoS attackers are hitting hard, fast and with no breaks in between, leading to record-breaking attacks over hours or even days.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2017
Botnets are being overshadowed by ransomware - in the media, at least
Malware

Botnets are being overshadowed by ransomware - in the media, at least

Botnets not only harm the owners of infected computers, but others too – they can send out spam, distributing a range of scams or even ransomware.

By We Live Security • 9 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017
IoT security in danger of being ignored, says Trend Micro
Internet of Things

IoT security in danger of being ignored, says Trend Micro

Organisations that install IoT technology also suffer by not ever using reinforced configurations, which means hackers can exploit significant holes.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Apr 2017
Hancitor climbs its way to the top of 'world's most wanted' malware families
Malware

Hancitor climbs its way to the top of 'world's most wanted' malware families

The Hancitor/Chanitor malware has rapidly climbed to be one of the top five 'world's most wanted' malware families for the first time.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Mirai botnet now targeting Windows PCs to access IoT devices
IoT Security

Mirai botnet now targeting Windows PCs to access IoT devices

Notorious IoT malware 'Mirai' has now jumped ship to infect Windows devices and Symantec is warning users to make sure they don't get caught.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2017
Will 2017 be the year that IoT threats go mainstream?
Internet of Things

Will 2017 be the year that IoT threats go mainstream?

From a security perspective IoT devices are fundamentally flawed. And the bad guys are getting pretty good at exploiting them.

By Ed Cabrera • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
'Avalanche Network' botnet hideout busted; ESET offers cleanup help
Malware

'Avalanche Network' botnet hideout busted; ESET offers cleanup help

Cybercriminal activity hub Avalanche Network has been busted by law enforcement agencies, ending a long reign of protection for botnet operators.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2016
Exclusive: The cyber security supply chain
Cloud Access Security Broker

Exclusive: The cyber security supply chain

Vincent Weafer of McAfee Labs warns of the need to secure the cyber supply chain, as attackers target weak links for exploitation.

By Anthony Caruana • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
What you need to know about the Mirai botnet behind recent major DDoS attacks
Wireless Networks

What you need to know about the Mirai botnet behind recent major DDoS attacks

A DDoS on DNS provider Dyn last week managed to disrupt an array of the internet's biggest websites, including Paypal. Here's what you need to know.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2016
The JAKU botnet - what you need to know
Cybersecurity

The JAKU botnet - what you need to know

In short, botnets allow hackers to take control of multiple computers at the one time to spread viruses, create spam and perform attacks.

By Carl Leonard • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
How safe are your emails? An expert breakdown
Cybersecurity

How safe are your emails? An expert breakdown

Since the concept of email was first floated in the 60s, it has exploded onto the scene, becoming an absolutely crucial part of everyday business.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Thu, 12th May 2016
Old malware foe active in Aus and NZ
Malware

Old malware foe active in Aus and NZ

Bayrob displays a message suggesting the user the downloaded file is incompatible with the system, while it is actually already releasing a Trojan.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2016
The role of proxies and protocols in malware investigations, according to ESET
Malware

The role of proxies and protocols in malware investigations, according to ESET

A lot of people associate online anonymity with Tor, however it is a much deeper issue than this and does not relate only to privacy while browsing.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2015
Fortinet's Top 5 threat predictions for 2014…
Malware

Fortinet's Top 5 threat predictions for 2014…

Fortinet unveils top 5 cybersecurity threats for 2014, including Android malware expansion and increased encryption.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
99% of Android mobile phones susceptible to newly found takeover attack
Malware

99% of Android mobile phones susceptible to newly found takeover attack

Recent vulnerability means that 99% of all android phones could be exploited to the point where they could be completely overidden.

By Alistair Ross • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Jul 2013
Internet security: You're still the weakest link
Malware

Internet security: You're still the weakest link

Bad news for careless internet users: all the software in the world probably can't protect you if you don't use your head.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
Botnets thriving - report
Malware

Botnets thriving - report

Botnets are now responsible for distributing 87.9% of all spam, with approximately 151 billion unsolicited messages each day.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 1st Nov 2009