IT Sec News updates – Malware Attacks

December 9, 2023
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'HeadCrab' Malware Variants Commandeer Thousands of Servers – Dark Reading

BLACK HAT EUROPE 2023 — London — The HeadCrab malware, which adds infected devices to a botnet for use in cryptomining and other attacks, …

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LogoFAIL attack can inject malware in the firmware of many computers – CSO Online

Researchers have shown how attackers can deliver malicious code into the UEFI of many PCs though BIOS splash screen graphics.

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Trojan Malware Hidden in Cracked macOS Software, Kaspersky Says – Security Boulevard

Cracked macOS software being downloaded from authorized websites is delivering Trojan-Proxy malware, Kaspersky researchers found.

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ITG05 operations leverage Israel-Hamas conflict lures to deliver Headlace malware

ITG05's infrastructure ensures only targets from a single specific country can receive the malware, indicating the highly targeted nature of the …

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Mac Users Beware: New Trojan-Proxy Malware Spreading via Pirated Software

If you download pirated software, you might be a target! Trojan-Proxy malware disguises itself and aims to infiltrate your system.

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Stealthy Linux rootkit found in the wild after going undetected for 2 years | Ars Technica

Stealthy and multifunctional Linux malware that has been infecting telecommunications companies went largely unnoticed for two years until being …

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Trojan-proxy based on macOS piggybacks on cracked software | SC Media

This malware, embedded within cracked versions of popular software, highlights an alarming trend in cyber threats targeting macOS systems, said Callie …

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Exploitation Methods Used by PlugX Malware Revealed by Splunk Research – GBHackers

PlugX malware is sophisticated in evasion, as it uses the following techniques to avoid detection by antivirus programs, making it challenging for …

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5 Best Ways a Malware Sandbox Can Help Your Company – Threat Analysis Guide 2024

Malware sandboxes equipped with advanced AI capabilities can significantly enhance the training and productivity of junior security staff. The ANY.RUN …

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How To Develop An Intelligence-Driven Cybersecurity Approach – Forbes

Aleksey Lapshin is CEO of ANY.RUN, interactive malware analysis sandbox that helps companies detect and analyze cyber threats in real time.

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