Kaspersky stories - Page 9
Kaspersky acquires Brain4Net, extends network security offering
Fri, 29th Oct 2021
#
virtualisation
#
firewalls
#
network infrastructure
Kaspersky has acquired emerging company Brain4Net to enhance its network security strategy and offer a unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platform.
MysterySnail: Kaspersky finds zero-day exploit for Windows OS
Thu, 14th Oct 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
microsoft
#
windows
Kaspersky uncovers zero-day exploit for Windows OS, used in attacks by IronHusky group. Patched by Microsoft on October 12.
Kaspersky explores how SMBs survived the initial outbreak of COVID-19
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
#
healthtech
#
smb
#
kaspersky
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.
Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
#
kaspersky
#
passwords
#
patching
More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky researchers reveal QakBot, a powerful banking Trojan
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
#
malware
#
cybersecurity
#
kaspersky
QakBot banking Trojan attacks have increased by 65% in 2021, affecting over 17,000 users worldwide, according to Kaspersky research.
Kaspersky uncovers malicious version of Whatsapp mod
Thu, 26th Aug 2021
#
application security
#
cybersecurity
#
apps
Malicious FMWhatsapp mod discovered spreading Triada mobile Trojan, leaving users vulnerable to illegal activity.
Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security enhances protection for Linux and delivers security management as a service
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
#
devops
#
apm
#
open source
Kaspersky has updated its Hybrid Cloud Security solution, including hardening defences for Linux and extending protection for DevOps.
Kaspersky achieves champion status once more in Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix
Tue, 10th Aug 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
kaspersky
#
analyst report
Kaspersky has achieved champion status for the second consecutive year in the 2021 Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix by Canalys.
DDoS attacks plateau in second quarter - Kaspersky
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
#
uc
#
ddos
#
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.
Ready, set, scam: Cybercriminals targeting Olympic Games fans
Wed, 28th Jul 2021
#
phishing
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
Cybercriminals are exploiting Olympic Games fans with online fraud schemes, including phishing pages and fake tickets, warns Kaspersky.
Online dating users doxed as personal data exposed
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
#
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.
Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
#
passwordless
#
cybersecurity
#
kaspersky
As people and enterprises put their trust in password managers to secure their accounts, even well-built password managers can be fatally flawed.
Threats of stalking and doxing still loom on dating apps
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
online dating
#
kaspersky
While dating apps have become safer, they still pose significant risk to users, leaving them vulnerable to threats including cyberstalking and doxing.
Employees fail to update devices, security vulnerabilities increase
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
software updates
#
kaspersky
New study by Kaspersky reveals that IT departments aren't enforcing updates, leaving work devices vulnerable to cyberattacks.
Kaspersky's VR simulation game allows executives to work as IT security specialists
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
kaspersky
Kaspersky has created a VR game where executives can work as information security specialists, giving them a better understanding of cybersecurity.
.
Kaspersky finds 1 in 5 employees pretend their devices are updating to avoid work calls
Fri, 28th May 2021
#
uc
#
software updates
#
kaspersky
Kaspersky finds that 21% of employees surveyed say they have pretended their devices were installing updates to avoid attending a call or meeting.
Ransomware attackers bolder than ever
Tue, 18th May 2021
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
Ransomware ecosystem is complex with various actors involved, says cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. Educating ourselves is key to fighting them.
Security at risk as PC users continue to use end-of-life Windows 7
Tue, 11th May 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
microsoft
#
kaspersky
Almost a quarter of PC users are still using the outdated Windows 7 operating system, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to Kaspersky.
Kaspersky launches new course to defend users against doxing
Tue, 27th Apr 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
education, learning & training
#
kaspersky
Kaspersky launches free online course to educate on dangers of doxing, emphasizing the need for digital security.
Targeted ransomware attacks on the rise, Kaspersky finds
Tue, 27th Apr 2021
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks on high profile victims has grown nearly eightfold from 2019 to 2020, according to new research from Kaspersky.