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JavaScript’s Hidden Danger: Drive-by Downloads

August 18, 2017 By The Editor

WatchGuard’s Q1 2017 Internet Security Report found that two out of the top-ten most popular malware threats were malicious JavaScript. That’s right, while JavaScript may be well known for its many handy, legitimate uses, it’s also a popular obfuscation method that can allow cybercriminals to stealthily deliver malware via email or the web. Why is it so popular? One major … [Read more...]

Tool Tip: ScriptSafe – Daily Security Byte EP. 276

June 22, 2016 By Corey Nachreiner

In today's video I share a quick security tool tip. NoScript is one of my favorite security extensions for Firefox, as it can help block web-based attacks. Unfortunately, it doesn't work with other browsers. In the episode below, I cover ScriptSafe, a NoScript like extension for Chrome.  (Episode Runtime: 2:25 Direct YouTube … [Read more...]

Ransomware Exploits Flash 0day – Daily Security Byte EP. 244

April 8, 2016 By Corey Nachreiner

Next week is Microsoft and Adobe's Patch Day. However, on Thursday Adobe released an emergency security advisory to fix a zero day Flash vulnerability. Watch the episode below to learn why you should get this update to avoid drive-by download attacks pushing ransomware. (Episode Runtime: 1:44) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2MKTU9ZIO4 EPISODE … [Read more...]

Two Malicious Web Campaigns – Daily Security Byte EP. 232

March 16, 2016 By Corey Nachreiner

This week, two web-based attack campaigns are increasing the chance you might encounter a drive-by download when visiting a legitimate web site. Watch Tuesday's Byte to learn more about these campaigns, the tools one uses, and what you can do to avoid these sorts of attacks. (Episode Runtime: 5:24) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAKkZmtD1Ak EPISODE … [Read more...]

Flash 0day & Patches – Daily Security Byte EP. 229

March 10, 2016 By Corey Nachreiner

Frankly, I'm a bit sick of talking about patches and security updates after focusing on them for the last two days. However, so many important security updates got released today that I have to cover them for a third day in a row. If you use Adobe Flash, Microsoft products, Firefox, or a Cisco cable modem, watch today's video to learn about these important patches, including … [Read more...]

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