Check Point Software stories - Page 8

More than a third of global organisations have experienced ransomware — report
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The report found increasing instances of ransomware victims experiencing multiple breach events, as well as a rise in the average ransom payment.

Global cyber attacks up as ransomware surges by 93%
Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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hybrid & remote work
Global cyber attacks have increased by 29% in the last six months, as hackers continue to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic.

New malware strain targeting Mac users for only $49
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
New malware strain targets MacOS users, stealing information. Hackers can buy licenses for $49 on the Darknet. Spoofed emails used to trick victims.

Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts
Wed, 21st Jul 2021
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phishing
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email security
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microsoft
Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.

SonicWall ransomware attack 'should have been avoided'
Tue, 20th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
SonicWall warns customers of ransomware campaign on legacy firmware, urging them to disconnect devices from the network immediately.

Check Point expands cloud platform to support Alibaba Cloud
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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cloud security
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
Check Point Software Technologies is expanding its multi-cloud support with Alibaba Cloud integration, providing enhanced security for customers.

Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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email security
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
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.

Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.

Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users
Tue, 25th May 2021
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smartphones
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apps
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mobile apps
Application developers have left their data and millions of users’ private information exposed by not following best practices.

Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks
Fri, 14th May 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.

Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light
Fri, 14th May 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.

Messaging app used to control and distribute malware
Mon, 26th Apr 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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im
Hackers are using instant messaging app Telegram for remote control and distribution of malware, according to Check Point Research.

97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report
Wed, 14th Apr 2021
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.

New wormable Android malware discovered through auto-replies in WhatsApp
Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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whatsapp
Check Point Research has discovered new malware on Google’s Play Store that could spread through WhatsApp messages.

Ransomware and Microsoft Exchange attacks surging
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.

Hackers offering forged “official” COVID-19 vaccination certificates and negative test results on dark net
Wed, 24th Mar 2021
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dark net
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dark web
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covid-19
There has been a 350% increase in the number of advertisements selling alleged COVID-19 vaccines within the last three months.

Exploits double 'every two to three hours' following Microsoft Exchange zero-days
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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check point software
Hackers are racing against security experts following the disclosure of vulnerabilities on Microsoft Exchange Servers, says Check Point Research.

COVID-19 sees rapid cloud adoption, rise in double-extortion ransomware
Fri, 26th Feb 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Rapid cloud adoption, remote working, and double extortion ransomware attacks are key cyber security trends from COVID-19, says Check Point.

2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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emotet
The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.

Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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smb
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.