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Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts

Wed, 21st Jul 2021
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Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.
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SonicWall ransomware attack 'should have been avoided'

Tue, 20th Jul 2021
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SonicWall warns customers of ransomware campaign on legacy firmware, urging them to disconnect devices from the network immediately.
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Check Point expands cloud platform to support Alibaba Cloud

Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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Check Point Software Technologies is expanding its multi-cloud support with Alibaba Cloud integration, providing enhanced security for customers.
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Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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Surge in cybercrime ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2021 as almost 80% of domains with the word Amazon are potentially dangerous, warns Check Point Research.
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Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware

Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.
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Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users

Tue, 25th May 2021
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Application developers have left their data and millions of users' private information exposed by not following best practices.
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Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks

Fri, 14th May 2021
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The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.
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Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light

Fri, 14th May 2021
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Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.
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Messaging app used to control and distribute malware

Mon, 26th Apr 2021
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Hackers are using instant messaging app Telegram for remote control and distribution of malware, according to Check Point Research.
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97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report

Wed, 14th Apr 2021
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Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.
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New wormable Android malware discovered through auto-replies in WhatsApp

Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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Check Point Research has discovered new malware on Google's Play Store that could spread through WhatsApp messages.
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Ransomware and Microsoft Exchange attacks surging

Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.
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Hackers offering forged “official” COVID-19 vaccination certificates and negative test results on dark net

Wed, 24th Mar 2021
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There has been a 350% increase in the number of advertisements selling alleged COVID-19 vaccines within the last three months.
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Exploits double 'every two to three hours' following Microsoft Exchange zero-days

Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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Hackers are racing against security experts following the disclosure of vulnerabilities on Microsoft Exchange Servers, says Check Point Research.
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COVID-19 sees rapid cloud adoption, rise in double-extortion ransomware

Fri, 26th Feb 2021
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Rapid cloud adoption, remote working, and double extortion ransomware attacks are key cyber security trends from COVID-19, says Check Point.
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2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat

Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.
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Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats

Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber attacks for SMBs, giving greater ease of deployment and management.
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Thousands of stolen credentials end up on the internet by careless phishing scammers

Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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Large-scale phishing campaign exposed stolen credentials to the public, Check Point Research and Otorio researchers find.
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Check Point invests in local cloud capabilities in ANZ

Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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As public cloud usage in Australia and New Zealand grows, the company says it will continue to invest locally to support businesses.
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Check Point uncovers live Linux attack, urges users to take action

Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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Ongoing cyber attacks targeting Linux systems have been discovered, with users urged to patch their systems immediately, warns Check Point Research.