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Ransomware encounters have declined significantly, says Microsoft

By AnandKhanse@TWC |

Microsoft has published the latest Security Intelligence Report. This report is published every year and offers an insight into the security threats and how they have been affecting the stakeholders. This year’s report is comforting as it talks about the […]

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WannaCry ransomware is dormant on thousands of computers

By HemantSaxena@TWCN |

The latest reports on WannaCry ransomware suggests the malware continues to remain a potent threat. Even after a year of its outbreak, WannaCry ransomware has not been eradicated completely. It is currently dormant and therefore, still has the potential to […]

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Compromised CCleaner version was used to distribute Malware

By AnandKhanse@TWC |

A CCleaner version that was available for download during the period 15th August and 12th September was compromised and hacked to distribute the Floxif malware. According to Piriform, its developers, the affected versions were CCleaner v5.33.6162 and CCleaner Cloud v1.07.3191. […]

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Windows 10 Linux subsystem can be compromised by Bashware

By HemantSaxena@TWCN |

A report from Check Point Security Research suggests that Subsystem for Linux (WSL), a newly introduced feature in Windows 10 ( a hybrid concept which allows a combination of Linux and Windows systems to run at the same time) could […]

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Your Windows Has Been Banned malware makes a comeback

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

The “Your Windows Has Been Banned” malware has made a comeback, albeit, this time asking victims to pay US$50 in Bitcoin in order to unlock their Windows operating systems. This is the 2nd coming of this malware after it was […]

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Now simply hovering over the link will install this Banking Trojan

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

Malware embedded within malicious links are very common. In such malware, the user is prompted to click the link for the malware to do its job. But, researchers at Trend Micro have recently exposed a malware which only needs you […]

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Zusy PowerPoint Malware does not need Macros to spread

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

Malware often comes in a package that looks harmless. As soon as the victim clicks on it, malware starts spreading like an open can of worms and takes control of the victim’s PC. Typically, in such attacks, when the user […]

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Fireball malware infects 250 million computers worldwide

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

A high volume Chinese threat operation was recently discovered by Check Point Threat Intelligence and research teams that have infected more than 250 million computers worldwide. It is said that this newly installed Chinese malware Fireball takes over the target […]

This malware tracks your audio by remotely controlling PC microphones

By AnkitChawla@TWC |

CyberX announced that it had discovered a massive cyber-reconnaissance operation, Operation BugDrop that attackers were carrying out in a number of targets in Ukraine. This fairly recent attack eavesdrops on sensitive conversations by remotely controlling PC microphones – in order […]

Over 140 enterprises worldwide hit with this Fileless Malware

By MahitHuilgol@TWC |

A malware attack or even an attempt is much like an aircraft crash, in both the investigators need to look for the clue on why it actually happened. Analogous to the black box in the aircraft, security researchers try to […]

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Fewer Malware being released now, but Ransomware is on the rise

By AnandKhanse@TWC |

According to a report published by Network security company, SonicWall, there was a decline in the Malware attacks in 2016, however at the same time Ransomware attacks multiplied by hundreds. Statistics reveal that unique malware samples collected fell to 60 […]

Exploit Kit activity pose a major threat to outdated software worldwide

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

Analyzing the monthly encounters of Exploit Kit in 2016, Microsoft has said that they pose a major threat to the PCs running unpatched software. The past year saw attackers using exploit kits to inflict some of the most prominent threats […]

New Ticno Trojan installs unwanted software and unremovable ads

By MahitHuilgol@TWC |

The number of malicious programs and malware is constantly on a rise. Furthermore, the apps that are designed to be installed with other programs have also been one of the most preferred ways for virus makers to deploy their payload. […]

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MSRT will now detect and removes browser modifier malware – Soctuseer

By AnandKhanse@TWC |

MSRT November 201 update (Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool) now brings help for Soctuseer victims in this month’s release. MSRT now removes the annoying Soctuseer installations and reverses the system modifications with the help of new detections. Microsoft now adds […]

Office 2013 will now be able to block Macros

By ShiwangiPeswani@TWC |

Office 2013 now has the protection against Macro-based malware attack. Seeing the significant increase in Macro-base infections lately Microsoft has added the macros blocking feature in Office 2013 which blocks Macro virus from loading in the high-risk scenarios. While this […]

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Microsoft warns of fake Microsoft Security Essentials installer

By AnandKhanse@TWC |

Protecting your computer from malware has become a major hassle these days, with almost every software having malware-filled clones in the market. But, the irony here is that we now have a fake Microsoft Security Essentials Installer, which is essentially […]

Microsoft notices uneven rates of malware infections around the globe

By AnkitChawla@TWC |

Malware is a huge issue for Microsoft with its business based solely on software. Their bi-annual Security Intelligence Report (SIR) just came out and it shows the intensity of malware attacks from different parts of the world. The company releases […]

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Checkpoint Security warns enterprise of 9x increase in malware

By MahitHuilgol@TWC |

Checkpoint has published its latest findings from the two research projects, the Check Point 2016 Security Report and the Exploits at the Endpoint:SANS 2016. The reports further reveal the critical challenges and also recommendations for the organizations to buckle up […]

Windows Trojan that fakes Chrome browser neutralized

By MahitHuilgol@TWC |

Dr. Web, an IT security solution vendors have discovered a new Trojan  virus meant for Windows system called Trojan.Mutabaha.1, this Trojan is aimed at misleading the users by installing fake Chrome browsers and also poses ability to replace advertisements on […]

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Google investigates Pay-Per-Install and Unwanted software installs

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

In collaboration with New York University’s Tandon School of Engineering, Google investigated the perils of Pay-Per-Installs leading to unwanted software installation. Coming out with a report after a year of study on unwanted software distribution, Google found that the Pay-Per-Install […]

Worrying changes in the European Union Threat Landscape

By HemantSaxena@TWCN |

IT security professionals try building high-performance security tools keeping in view the changing nature of the threat landscape. However, they note two fundamental issues have stayed constant. First, the threat landscape continuously evolves and gains sophistication. Second, attackers remain a […]

IBM Security uncovers GozNym malware, a Trojan targeting bank accounts

By AnkitGupta@TWCN |

According to a recent report from CNBC, the IBM Security team has uncovered a serpent-like Trojan called as GozNym. The GozNym malware targets banking accounts and it remains asleep until the user starts logging into his bank account using net […]