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AndroxGhost – the python malware exploiting your AWS keys

Lacework

And the majority of this activity has been linked to the same python malware dubbed AndroxGh0st with at least one incident tied to an actor known as Xcatze. For AWS specifically, the malware scans for and parses AWS keys but also has the ability to generate keys for brute force attacks. AndroxGh0st options.

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Window Snyder’s new startup Thistle Technologies raises $2.5M seed to secure IoT devices

TechCrunch

Security veteran Window Snyder thinks there is a better way. Other malicious hackers target IoT devices as a way to get a foot into a victim’s network, allowing them to launch attacks or plant malware from the inside. ” He added: “Window has so many of the qualities we look for in founders.

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Understanding Malware: A Guide for Software Developers and Security Professionals

The Crazy Programmer

Malware or malicious software brings significant threats to both individuals and organisations. It is important to understand why malware is critical for software developers and security professionals, as it helps to protect systems, safeguard sensitive information, and maintain effective operations. What is Malware?

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Unit 42 Discovers First Known Malware Targeting Windows Containers

Palo Alto Networks

The Unit 42 cybersecurity consulting group published research on the first known malware targeting Windows containers, which was discovered by Unit 42 researcher Daniel Prizmant and named Siloscape. Diagram of Windows container (source: Microsoft). In addition to containers, there are clusters. Execution flow of Siloscape.

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6 insights every CIO should take away from the CrowdStrike debacle

CIO

But before we can even get started: It appears that, no matter how appealing the story, Southwest Airlines wasn’t immune to the CrowdStrike bug because its servers run on Windows 3.1. For an in-depth view, see “ No, Southwest Airlines is not still using Windows 3.1 — OSnews.”) Once upon the same time there was malware.

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The latest trends in the threat landscape

CIO

Each quarter HP’s security experts highlight notable malware campaigns, trends and techniques identified by HP Wolf Security. Living-off-the-land techniques Many malware campaigns relied on living-off-the-land (LOTL) techniques to help attackers remain undetected by blending in with legitimate system admin activity [7].

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Stop Zero-Day Malware With Zero Stress With PAN-OS 11.0 Nova

Palo Alto Networks

With the sophistication of today’s threat landscape, malware is more evasive than ever. Nova – the next evolution of network security that allows you to stop zero-day malware with zero stress. The Evolution of Modern Malware. Modern malware is increasingly evasive. Today, we’re announcing PAN-OS 11.0

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