
Malware hidden in digitally signed executables can bypass AV protection
Researchers have shown that it’s possible to hide malicious code in digitally signed executables without invalidating the certificate, and execute this code – all …

Cerber2 ransomware released, no decryption tool available
The author of the widely distributed Cerber ransomware has released a newer version, and files encrypted with Cerber2, unfortunately, can’t be decrypted without paying …

Remote Butler attack: APT groups’ dream come true
Microsoft security researchers have come up with an extension of the “Evil Maid” attack that allows attackers to bypass local Windows authentication to defeat full …

Spoofing boarding pass QR codes with simple app
Przemek Jaroszewski, the head of Poland’s CERT, says anyone can bypass the security of the automated entrances of airlines’ airport lounges by using a specially …

New vulnerabilities affect over 900 million Android devices, enable complete control of devices
Check Point researchers have announced four new vulnerabilities that affect over 900 million Android smartphones and tablets at DEF CON in Las Vegas. QuadRooter is a set of …

Four IT trends CIOs need to know about
CIOs looking for a benchmark to gauge IT success can depend on user experience metrics to provide the answer. In each of today’s “third platform” …

Healthcare cybersecurity market flooded with solutions
Hospitals face heightened concerns due to ubiquitous cyber-attacks that threaten the privacy and security of their data assets and enterprise IT systems. Theft of protected …

It’s time to replace firewalls in industrial network environments
Waterfall Security Solutions announced the expansion of its stronger-than-firewall solution portfolio for industrial control systems and critical infrastructure sites. …

Week in review: Black Hat USA 2016 coverage, QRLJacking, exposed SAP systems
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news and articles: Black Hat USA 2016 Want to learn the news from Black Hat USA 2016? Get is all from …

Photo gallery: Black Hat USA 2016 Business Hall, part 2
A few more photos from the Black Hat USA 2016 Business Hall. Featured companies: NSFOCUS, Qualys, FireEye, Synack, Forcepoint, LogRhythm. Also featured is the US Department of …

New home router OS tackles firmware shortcomings
Untangle announced the release of a new operating system for consumer Wi-Fi routers at DEF CON 24. Router hardware has evolved and improved over the years, but its firmware …

75% of the top 20 US banks are infected with malware
SecurityScorecard released its 2016 Financial Cybersecurity Report, a comprehensive analysis that exposes cybersecurity vulnerabilities across 7,111 global financial …
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