Threat Lab stories

Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.

WatchGuard's new report reveals escalated cyber threats, including a surge in ransomware attacks and exploitation of remote access software.

Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.

WatchGuard Technologies warns emerging tech trends like AI, VR/MR headsets and QR code technology could present key cybersecurity threats in 2024.

Google apps and WhatsApp emerge as primary malware distribution channels in the retail sector, warns Netskope Threat Labs.

A new study says Australia's high cloud usage has increased cybersecurity risks, as malware delivered via the ecosystem rises.

New research from Netskope has uncovered the most popular techniques and motivators used by adversaries in 2023.

New WatchGuard report reveals a paradox in cybersecurity: malware attacks on endpoints decline as campaigns broaden.

As AI technology becomes increasingly prevalent, it is vital to examine the ethical ramifications and key responsibilities associated with its development.

WatchGuard Technologies' latest Threat Lab Report reveals new browser-based social engineering trends, revealing China and Russia behind 75% of new threats.

Netskope has unveiled new research confirming that attackers are finding new ways to evade detection and blend in with normal network traffic.

Jamf has launched Jamf Executive Threat Protection, an advanced detection and response tool designed for mobile devices.

WatchGuard's Internet Security Report for Q4 2022 reveals a 627% increase in endpoint ransomware and a rise in malware hiding behind encryption.

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More than 400 distinct cloud applications delivered malware in 2022, nearly triple the amount seen in the prior year.

Almost 300 loan apps found in Africa, Southeast Asia, India, Colombia, and Mexico exhibit predatory behavior, says Lookout.

The prevalence of cloud applications is changing the way threat actors are using phishing attack delivery methods to steal data.

Users don’t have to use Internet Explorer for its legacy to have left you vulnerable to LogCrusher and OverLog.

The Q2 Internet Security Report found office exploits continue to spread more than any other category of malware.

The top security threats for the month of August 2022 have been revealed in a new report from Securonix Threat Labs.

Securonix Threat Labs has been keeping an eye on each and every threat impacting customers and is aware of widespread campaigns.

Trellix has released The Threat Report: Summer 2022, analysing cybersecurity trends and attack methods from the first quarter of 2022.

Ransomware detections in the first quarter of this year doubled the total volume reported for 2021, according to a new report.

Individual consumers are the number one target of cybercriminals, closely followed by the healthcare vertical, according to a new report.