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Check Point reveals top malware and vulnerabilities in April 2023

Tue, 16th May 2023
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Researchers uncovered a substantial Qbot malspam campaign distributed through malicious PDF files attached to emails seen in multiple languages.
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cybercriminals using Linktree to steal credentials

Wed, 26th Apr 2023
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cybersecurity
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social media
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Cybercriminals are using popular social media reference landing page, Linktree, to trick victims into giving up their credentials, warns Avanan.
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A sharp increase in cyberattacks on IoT devices: Check Point

Tue, 25th Apr 2023
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The first two months of 2023 have seen a 41% increase in the average number of weekly attacks per organisation targeting IoT devices compared to 2022.
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Critical unauthorised RCE vulnerability in MSMQ service

Tue, 18th Apr 2023
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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patching
The CVE-2023-21554  vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially execute code remotely and without authorisation.
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Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns

Mon, 17th Apr 2023
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physical security
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email security
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cybersecurity
Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.
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New Emotet malware campaign bypasses Microsoft blocks

Thu, 13th Apr 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
A new Emotet campaign is bypassing Microsoft blocks to distribute malicious OneNote files, according to Check Point Software Technologies.
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New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs

Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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phishing
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martech
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commerce systems
Phishing attacks are evolving as hackers use legitimate services like PayPal and Google Docs to infiltrate inboxes, warns Avanan.
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Potential cheating vulnerabilities in Chess.com: Check Point

Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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api
Check Point Research identified security vulnerabilities in Chess.com, which, left unpatched, can be used to cheat and solve games without playing.
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Check Point finds potential cybercrime scenarios in ChatGPT4

Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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malware
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phishing
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martech
Check Point analysed ChatGPT4 and released five scenarios that threat actors can exploit to streamline malicious efforts faster and more precisely.
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Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023

Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Check Point Software Technologies has released its Global Threat Index for February 2023, highlighting the return of the Remcos Trojan to the top ten list.
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CPR uncovers cyber espionage campaign targeting SEA governments

Thu, 9th Mar 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
Check Point Research (CPR) has revealed an ongoing cyber espionage campaign expand to target more Southeast Asian governments.
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ExtraHop appoints Sylvia Go as APJ Channel Director

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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cx
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martech
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channel development
ExtraHop hires Sylvia Go as AVP Channel, APAC & Japan to develop innovative programs to strengthen their channel sales strategy in the region.
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Check Point, Samsung partner to elevate mobile security

Fri, 3rd Feb 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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samsung
The move to mass remote working saw the mobile attack surface expand dramatically, resulting in 97% of organisations facing mobile threats.
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Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point

Tue, 29th Nov 2022
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Check Point Software has released a statement to raise awareness among online gift shoppers to be cautious at all times and take the necessary precautions.
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Rocketship growth trajectory sees appointment at ExtraHop

Fri, 18th Nov 2022
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
ExtraHop appoints Chris Scanlan as President and CCO to lead global sales and revenue strategy as the company looks to take the top spot for NDR.
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Check Point reveals malware impacting 7% of all organisations

Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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cybersecurity
This month saw keylogger AgentTesla take first place as the most widespread malware, impacting 7% of organisations worldwide.
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Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice

Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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phishing
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email security
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microsoft
Researchers at Avanan, a Check Point Software Company, have shared some of the latest tactics hackers are deploying to take advantage of vulnerable consumers.
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Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report

Wed, 26th Oct 2022
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.
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Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth

Fri, 21st Oct 2022
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cybersecurity
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mssp
Benefits include a fully integrated security portfolio, automated processes and access to hundreds of Check Point experts and researchers.
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SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study

Wed, 12th Oct 2022
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supply chain
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.