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One million IoT devices infected by Bashlite malware-driven DDoS botnet
The DDoS botnet targets Taiwan, Brazil and Colombia.
Popular BitTorrent client Transmission found distributing Mac-based malware again
Researchers found a malicious version of the BitTorrent client being distributed on Transmission's website.
New covert malware uses USB drives to jump airgaps and works on almost every storage device
The malware converts specific USB devices already within targeted facilities into data transmitters with no hardware modifications.
Here comes the first Twitter-controlled Android botnet that acts as backdoor to download malware
The notorious botnet that doubles as an app is distributed via SMS or malicious URLs.
Dridex is back after two-month hiatus with new spam campaigns focusing on high-value targets
Recent drop in Dridex's activities indicates key changes in cybercriminals' mode of operation.
Intel Security chief warns IoT can open up new landscape of attack vectors for future hackers
The rapid evolution of cybercrime has brought about a 'big convergence' in the way cyberattacks are launched.
Eddie Bauer says its retail stores in US were hit by malware, reports possible payment card data breach
The company says the breach was 'part of a sophisticated attack' targeting different hotels, restaurants and retailers.
'Clinton caught on video giving money to Isis' malware email scam exposed
Campaign was exposed by researchers at cybersecurity firm Symantec.
Pharmaceutical and manufacturing firms hit by 'Operation Ghoul' hack attack
Hackers use fake emails made to look like payment documents.
Hackers only need 5 minutes to forge a phishing scam and 25 minutes to break into systems – Report
Cloud-based cybersecurity firm Duo Security's report highlights the dangers of phishing email campaigns.
India-based hackers suspected behind corporate espionage malware dubbed Shakti Trojan
The malware appears to have been around for a while, operating below the radar to evade detection
Hyatt, Starwood and other HEI-operated hotels hit by malware attack, customer data feared stolen
20 hotels have been affected by the malware which targeted payment card information of customers.
Russia, China and Europe targeted by cyberespionage group Strider with stealth malware
The low-profile hacker group has been active since 2011 and has infected 36 systems across 7 different organisations.
China-based hackers suspected of targeting Philippines DOJ over South China Sea dispute
The cyberespionage campaign also targets officials of the Apec summit and an international law firm.
State-sponsored hackers suspected of targeting Kazakh lawyers and dissidents
An India-based firm is suspected of involvement in the cyberespionage.
Malware found in 75% of top 20 commercial banks in the US, says SecurityScorecard
US financial sector 'very much at risk' of falling victim to Bangladesh Bank-style cyberheist.
Malvertising campaign AdGholas targeted 1 million victims per day
AdGholas also determined victims' time zones, PC language settings and more when targeting attacks.
Isis followers fooled by fake app that spies on their calls and messages
The malware offers propaganda, but instead delivers spyware that intercepts calls
If even Julian Assange can't identify phishing messages, what hope is there for the rest of us?
Don't let scammers win – here are top tips to spot phishing or spoofing emails from banks or businesses.
Pentagon not impressed over slow start of cyberwar against Isis
US Cyber Command is yet to establish a full staff and develop offensive tools like malware to launch attacks
Pokemon Go fake Android app delivers first ever lockscreen malware that clicks on porn ads
Two more fake Android apps called 'Guide & Cheats for Pokemon Go' and 'Install Pokemongo' have also been found
'Cute' ransomware strain that hides in Google Docs could attack users from any cloud-based system
Chinese malware manipulates Google's own security to collect user information.
XDedic: Dark Web marketplace selling access to thousands of hacked servers reopens
XDedic sells access to 70,000 hacked servers in over 150 countries across the world.
Pokemon Go: Hackers use Nintendo craze to spread malware to Android smartphones
Some unofficial versions can give hackers 'complete control' of Android devices.
HummingBad: Chinese mobile ad firm Yingmob accused of infecting 10m Android devices with malware
Shedun malware reportedly installs more than 50,000 malicious applications every day.
Eleanor: Troubling new Mac OS X malware installs backdoors, steals data and hijacks your webcam
BitDefender says the malware is hidden in free Mac OS X apps and gives attackers full access to machines.
Smartwatches and fitness trackers can give away your bank PIN, scientists warn
Demonstrations showed movement data obtained from wearable device sensors could be used to crack PINS with more than 90% accuracy.
OS X malware Keydnap uses Tor and opens 'permanent' backdoor likely targeting security researchers
The malware steals Keychain passwords and roots systems by tricking victims into providing credentials.
YouTube videos containing hidden voice commands could hijack your smartphone, researchers warn
Mangled voice commands can be used to direct smartphones to harmful URLs or post location details.
BT and KPMG research finds cybercrime has now become an industry
Criminal gangs and state entities have been found using sophisticated hacking tools.