Cybercriminals stories - Page 17

The recent shutdown of AlphaBay and Hansa has left dark web marketplaces on shaky ground, says Digital Shadows CEO Alastair Paterson.

Hackers at DEFCON were able to exploit vulnerabilities in voting machines in a matter of minutes - ICIT breaks down just how easy it is.

Malware researcher at ESET, Lukáš Štefanko says this is the first time he has ever seen an entire Android market infected like that.

The Cisco Midyear Cybersecurity Report warns of rapidly evolving threats and potential 'destruction of service' (DeOS) attacks.

A professional ecosystem has emerged that is providing e-learning courses to allow aspiring cybercriminals to make USD$12k in monthly earnings.

Most businesses mistakenly believe they are protected against cybercrime due to security controls, but this is not the case, says Empired.

The odds of you winning your online poker game have just got longer, thanks to a spyware program allowing cybercriminals to see your hand.

Trend Micro has seen an eightfold increase in enquiries in the ANZ region in 2015, after analysts forecast another big year for data breaches.

This Valentine's Day, online dating offers paths to romance, but beware of cybercriminals. Norton shares five tips to help you stay safe.

As cyber threats evolve, traditional security measures fall short. Companies must pivot from passive defence to proactive threat hunting to stay secure.

Cyber miscreants are now targeting mobile phones and social networks, as Norton reports a twofold increase in threats compared to a year ago.

Check Point launches ZoneAlarm, a free antivirus and firewall bundle, aiming to enhance consumer cybersecurity with robust protection and cloud-based features.

Spam declines by 32%, but cyberattacks surge as scammers exploit social networks and mobile phones, says Symantec's 2011 report.

The lure of 'adult' content online continues to prove too strong for many people, despite the fact that a lot of these sites host malware.

Cybercriminals have shifted from sex scams to exploiting major news events, Symantec reveals, with World Cup-related frauds proliferating in 2010.

Symantec's Norton Everywhere extends security beyond PCs to mobile and smart devices, offering new solutions like Norton Smartphone Security for Android Beta.

Endpoint security is crucial. Like securing bathroom windows in a house, neglecting PoS terminals and embedded devices leaves your network exposed.

As small businesses increasingly leverage social networks like Facebook and LinkedIn, the rise in phishing and cyberattacks demands vigilant security measures.

Spammers are targeting Google Chrome users this week,<br />infecting their systems with malware through a fake browser extension.

Adam Palmer has been named Norton Lead Cybersecurity Advisor who brings with him over ten years of experience in private industry and government service.