WatchGuard recently released its Internet Security Report (ISR) for Q4 2018. In addition to the many interesting details of malware attacks, IPS hits, and top security incidents, there is also a Threat Research section that covers the Exobot malware campaign. You can listen to The 443 Podcast’s overview of the report if that’s your groove. This post is not a regurgitation of … [Read more...]
You Won’t Believe How Fast This Android Malware Spreads
If you’re an Android user, listen up! By now you should know that out-of-date software can be a breeding ground for new malware to enter into your life. But, TechRepublic drives the point home with a recent article highlighting a report on a new piece of Android malware that’s being discovered just about every 10 seconds. That means that over the course of 2017, this malware is … [Read more...]
Darkode Busted – Daily Security Byte EP.115
Good news. A major underground cyber crime forum has been busted. However, it turns out an intern from a well known security company was actually behind a popular android exploit kit sold on the forum. Watch today's video to learn more. (Episode Runtime: 2:14) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZBsTM2N_Sc EPISODE REFERENCES: World-wide authorities bust … [Read more...]
WatchGuard Security Week in Review: Episode 53 – RSA 2013
RSA 2013: Big Data, Chinese APT, and User Awareness This week's InfoSec news video comes from the 2013 RSA Security Conference in San Francisco. As such, much of the episode covers the major themes from the show flow. However, cyber attackers don't take a break just because the security industry is having a pow-wow. I also cover other big stories from the week, including an … [Read more...]
WatchGuard Security Week in Review: Episode 52 – China APT1
China APT1 Attackers and Java 0day Breaches Welcome to another week of InfoSec news. If you're subscribed to the YouTube channel directly, you probably noticed I posted last week's video late last Friday. Unfortunately, I was catching a plane at the time, so I decided to wait until today to post the video blog entry. If you missed any of last week's big information and network … [Read more...]
