Malwarebytes stories - Page 3
Apple reportedly taking steps to crack down on iPhone unlockers
Fri, 15th Jun 2018
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smartphones
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data protection
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data privacy
Apple tightens security, altering iPhone settings to thwart unauthorised unlockers and limit data access, sidelining devices like the US$30,000 GrayKey.
Malwarebytes selects DNA Connect as new Australian distributor
Wed, 13th Jun 2018
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endpoint protection
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edr
Malwarebytes has partnered with Australian distributor DNA Connect to expand its presence in the Australian market.
Today is World Password Day: Here’s what the experts think
Thu, 3rd May 2018
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cybersecurity
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cyberark
Microsoft hails the death of passwords. What are other security experts saying? Comments from Malwarebytes, CyberArk, Vault Systems, ESET & SailPoint.
Compromised websites spreading Chtonic banking trojan
Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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cloud services
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websites
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malwarebytes
Affected websites that use outdated versions of WordPress, Joomla and Squarespace content management systems may be compromised.
Android ransomware on the rise in APAC - Malwarebytes
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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smartphones
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malwarebytes
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technology gifts
Machine learning anomaly detections also rose by 480%, according to a Malwarebytes report on cybercrime tactics and techniques.
iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert
Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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smartphones
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encryption
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personal computing devices
Apple's attempts to prevent iPhone unlocking have been circumvented by a third-party provider, potentially giving law enforcement access to sensitive data.
Chinese websites targeted in drive-by download attack that drops DDoS bot
Tue, 27th Feb 2018
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ddos
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botnet
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malwarebytes
Chinese websites are under siege by a drive-by download campaign planting the decade-old Avzhan DDoS bot, Malwarebytes Labs reveals.
Malwarebytes CEO 'heartbroken' after botched program updates cause RAM spikes
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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web filtering
Malwarebytes urges its customers to update their software after a botched update last Saturday caused massive memory spikes & computer crashes.
2017 brought a surge of ransom & hijack attacks against APAC
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
Asia Pacific is a hotspot for ransomware, hijackers, spyware and worms and one security expert believes that the region is becoming a major target.
How SMBs can leverage MSPs to solve their security woes
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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malwarebytes
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mssp
Malwarebytes talks about how outsourcing security operations to MSPs might be the smartest decision an SMB can make in 2018.
Ludicrous cybercrime profit means Mafia no longer constrained to the streets
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
Back in the day it was not uncommon for people to ransack stagecoaches and rob armoured trucks, but now they’re robbing servers.
Malwarebytes ups MSP focus with ANZ managed service provider program
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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malware
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Malwarebytes is ramping up its MSP push, with the launch of a local program to help drive partner value and revenue opportunities.
Six IT security priorities to put in place for 2018
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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dr
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cloud services
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malwarebytes
With 2017 winding down, Jim Cook, Malwarebytes ANZ regional director talks about the top 10 security concerns for the year ahead.
Locky ransomware's 'rebirth' puts everyone at risk once again
Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The Locky ransomware is back and using social engineering in another round of email-based attacks on tens of thousands of users.
Four key steps to improving your cyber defence capabilities
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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data protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
IT professionals suffering from breach fatigue must rethink cyber security strategies and focus on cyber defence.
Zscaler reports spike in malware families abusing SSL/TLS encryption as part of infection chain
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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malware
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encryption
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martech
Cyber attacks that use two common forms of encryption are on the rise, with the amount of malicious content doubling in the last six months alone.
Petya ransomworm's rapid spread: What the experts know right now
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
The Petya ransomware uses the EternalBlue exploit to not only infect files, but an entire system's drive. We get the latest from the experts.
Malwarebytes and Soft Solutions call on the big guns in fight against ransomware
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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soft solutions
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malwarebytes
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distributors
Axes were thrown and guns fired when resellers hit Soljans Estate Winery earlier this month and got to grips with the fight against malware.
In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination
Mon, 15th May 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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casb
Does it make you WannaCry? Experts from around the world comment on the ransomware's deadly attacks over the weekend, & if there's a way to stop it.
The 2017-18 Budget: Here’s what Aussie’s cyber security vendors think
Thu, 11th May 2017
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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siem
The Australian Budget dropped on Tuesday evening, and as per usual, there will be winners and losers - here is the POV from some top IT vendors.