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The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.
Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.
Hackers are using instant messaging app Telegram for remote control and distribution of malware, according to Check Point Research.
Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.
Check Point Research has discovered new malware on Google's Play Store that could spread through WhatsApp messages.
Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.
There has been a 350% increase in the number of advertisements selling alleged COVID-19 vaccines within the last three months.
Hackers are racing against security experts following the disclosure of vulnerabilities on Microsoft Exchange Servers, says Check Point Research.
Rapid cloud adoption, remote working, and double extortion ransomware attacks are key cyber security trends from COVID-19, says Check Point.
The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.
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.
Large-scale phishing campaign exposed stolen credentials to the public, Check Point Research and Otorio researchers find.
As public cloud usage in Australia and New Zealand grows, the company says it will continue to invest locally to support businesses.
Ongoing cyber attacks targeting Linux systems have been discovered, with users urged to patch their systems immediately, warns Check Point Research.
Android malware vendor teams up with marketer to rebrand products and target criminal underground, says Check Point research.
Three new regional awards introduced this year for APAC: Independent Software Vendor, Global Systems Integrator, and Services Partner of the Year.
Microsoft was the most targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020, as they tried to exploit remote working during the pandemic. DHL came second.
As the medicines are being offered on the dark net, purchasers have no way of knowing whether they are genuine, according to Check Point.
Check Point security researchers have exposed an Android malware vendor using a marketer on the dark net to rebrand its products.
The malware has impacted 7% of organisations globally, following a spam campaign which targeted more than 100,000 users per day during the holiday season.
