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Kaspersky acquires Brain4Net, extends network security offering

Fri, 29th Oct 2021
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network infrastructure
Kaspersky has acquired emerging company Brain4Net to enhance its network security strategy and offer a unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platform.
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MysterySnail: Kaspersky finds zero-day exploit for Windows OS

Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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Kaspersky uncovers zero-day exploit for Windows OS, used in attacks by IronHusky group. Patched by Microsoft on October 12.
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Kaspersky explores how SMBs survived the initial outbreak of COVID-19

Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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One in three SMBs have launched new products during the pandemic, highlighting their ability to effectively survive in a crisis, according to a Kaspersky study.
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Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks

Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
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Kaspersky researchers reveal QakBot, a powerful banking Trojan

Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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QakBot banking Trojan attacks have increased by 65% in 2021, affecting over 17,000 users worldwide, according to Kaspersky research.
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Kaspersky uncovers malicious version of Whatsapp mod

Thu, 26th Aug 2021
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application security
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cybersecurity
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apps
Malicious FMWhatsapp mod discovered spreading Triada mobile Trojan, leaving users vulnerable to illegal activity.
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Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security enhances protection for Linux and delivers security management as a service

Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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open source
Kaspersky has updated its Hybrid Cloud Security solution, including hardening defences for Linux and extending protection for DevOps.
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Kaspersky achieves champion status once more in Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix

Tue, 10th Aug 2021
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Kaspersky has achieved champion status for the second consecutive year in the 2021 Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix by Canalys.
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DDoS attacks plateau in second quarter - Kaspersky

Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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email security
DDoS attacks have decreased by 38.8% compared to Q2 2020, with China leading in SSH attacks but losing ground overall, says Kaspersky.
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Ready, set, scam: Cybercriminals targeting Olympic Games fans

Wed, 28th Jul 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cybercriminals are exploiting Olympic Games fans with online fraud schemes, including phishing pages and fake tickets, warns Kaspersky.
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Online dating users doxed as personal data exposed

Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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scams
1 in 6 online daters have fallen victim to doxing, a new study finds. Personal data exposure on dating platforms remains a concern for users.
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Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'

Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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As people and enterprises put their trust in password managers to secure their accounts, even well-built password managers can be fatally flawed.
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Threats of stalking and doxing still loom on dating apps

Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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While dating apps have become safer, they still pose significant risk to users, leaving them vulnerable to threats including cyberstalking and doxing.
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Employees fail to update devices, security vulnerabilities increase

Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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New study by Kaspersky reveals that IT departments aren't enforcing updates, leaving work devices vulnerable to cyberattacks.
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Kaspersky's VR simulation game allows executives to work as IT security specialists

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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Kaspersky has created a VR game where executives can work as information security specialists, giving them a better understanding of cybersecurity. .
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Kaspersky finds 1 in 5 employees pretend their devices are updating to avoid work calls

Fri, 28th May 2021
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software updates
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Kaspersky finds that 21% of employees surveyed say they have pretended their devices were installing updates to avoid attending a call or meeting.
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Ransomware attackers bolder than ever

Tue, 18th May 2021
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ransomware
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Ransomware ecosystem is complex with various actors involved, says cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. Educating ourselves is key to fighting them.
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Security at risk as PC users continue to use end-of-life Windows 7

Tue, 11th May 2021
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Almost a quarter of PC users are still using the outdated Windows 7 operating system, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to Kaspersky.
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Kaspersky launches new course to defend users against doxing

Tue, 27th Apr 2021
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
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Kaspersky launches free online course to educate on dangers of doxing, emphasizing the need for digital security.
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Targeted ransomware attacks on the rise, Kaspersky finds

Tue, 27th Apr 2021
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Ransomware attacks on high profile victims has grown nearly eightfold from 2019 to 2020, according to new research from Kaspersky.