Two Countries Charge Canadian with Cybercrimes A man from Canada has been charged with committing cybercrimes by both his native country and the United States. Matthew Philbert, of Ottawa, Ontario,…
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Emotet Is Dropping Cobalt Strike
Emotet is a virus infection that is propagated by spam email attachments that contain malicious Word or Excel documents. These documents utilize macros to download and install the Emotet Trojan…
Tactical Threat Intelligence: What is it and practical use cases
As digital technologies continue to become central to every industry, they foster greater connectivity, automation and potential for advancement. But, they also increase the threat of cyber-attacks, forcing security experts…
Ramping Up Malware Hunting with Heimdal™
In one of my previous articles, I discussed AI and its critical role in today’s – and tomorrow’s – world, particularly in terms of cybersecurity. I’m certain that AI (and…
Excel XLL Add-ins Are Pushing a Password-stealing Malware
Malicious hackers are distributing Excel XLL files that download and install the RedLine password and information-stealing malware via website contact forms and discussion forums. What Are XLL Files? XLL files…
Twitter Verified Accounts Targeted as Part of a Large Phishing Attempt
On Twitter, verified accounts are those that have a blue badge with a checkmark. These accounts often represent well-known influencers, celebrities, politicians, journalists, activists, as well as government and commercial…
Retail Cybersecurity: Common Threats During the Holiday Shopping Season
With Black Friday past us and Cyber Monday turning into a Cyber Week — the holiday shopping season has started out with a bang. For many retailers, this season is…
Phishing Actors Are Already Exploiting the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
As you might already know a new covid variant called Omicron has recently started spreading. On 26 November 2021, WHO designated the variant B.1.1.529 a variant of concern, named Omicron, on…