Check Point Software stories - Page 10
Check Point named Leader in Network Firewalls for 22nd time
Wed, 10th Nov 2021
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Check Point Software Technologies has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls for the 22nd time.
Scammers using Google Ads to steal $500k of cryptocurrency
Mon, 8th Nov 2021
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crypto
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blockchain
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Scammers are using Google Ads to steal cryptocurrency, with over $500k worth stolen in just a few days, according to Check Point Research.
Trickbot remains top malware impacting NZ - report
Mon, 18th Oct 2021
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digital entertainment
CPR observed a concerning increase of various malware impacting New Zealanders, with 16 additional malware families tied at tenth place for the month.
Cyberattacks on organisations worldwide surge 40% in 2021
Fri, 8th Oct 2021
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Cyberattacks on organizations worldwide surged 40% in 2021, with September breaking records for weekly attacks, according to Check Point Software.
Check Point and Alkira alliance to bring enterprise-class security to cloud workloads
Fri, 1st Oct 2021
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cloud security
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Alkira and Check Point form technology alliance to offer Check Point's CloudGuard firewalls in Alkira's Cloud Network infrastructure.
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.
Check Point acquires cloud email and collaboration security firm
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Organisations can modernise legacy solutions with email security as-a-service and protect cloud email and collaboration suites from sophisticated attacks.
Australia's largest cybersecurity firm Tesserent expands to NZ - Hamish Soper appointed senior partner
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Australia's largest listed cybersecurity company, Tesserent, expands to New Zealand, creating a new entity and appointing new senior leadership in the region.
Surge in fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates on darknet following delta outbreak
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Surge in fake vaccination certificate sellers on Telegram, with Check Point Research reporting a 257% increase. Prices dropping to as low as $100.
More than a third of global organisations have experienced ransomware — report
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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The report found increasing instances of ransomware victims experiencing multiple breach events, as well as a rise in the average ransom payment.
Global cyber attacks up as ransomware surges by 93%
Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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supply chain
Global cyber attacks have increased by 29% in the last six months, as hackers continue to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic.
New malware strain targeting Mac users for only $49
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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New malware strain targets MacOS users, stealing information. Hackers can buy licenses for $49 on the Darknet. Spoofed emails used to trick victims.
Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts
Wed, 21st Jul 2021
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Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.
SonicWall ransomware attack 'should have been avoided'
Tue, 20th Jul 2021
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SonicWall warns customers of ransomware campaign on legacy firmware, urging them to disconnect devices from the network immediately.
Check Point expands cloud platform to support Alibaba Cloud
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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cloud security
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partner programmes
Check Point Software Technologies is expanding its multi-cloud support with Alibaba Cloud integration, providing enhanced security for customers.
Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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email security
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digital entertainment
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Surge in cybercrime ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2021 as almost 80% of domains with the word Amazon are potentially dangerous, warns Check Point Research.
Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.
Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users
Tue, 25th May 2021
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Application developers have left their data and millions of users' private information exposed by not following best practices.
Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks
Fri, 14th May 2021
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The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.
Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light
Fri, 14th May 2021
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Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.