Check Point Software stories - Page 7
Check Point reveals top malware and vulnerabilities in April 2023
Tue, 16th May 2023
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malware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Researchers uncovered a substantial Qbot malspam campaign distributed through malicious PDF files attached to emails seen in multiple languages.
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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check point software
Cybercriminals are using popular social media reference landing page, Linktree, to trick victims into giving up their credentials, warns Avanan.
A sharp increase in cyberattacks on IoT devices: Check Point
Tue, 25th Apr 2023
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edutech
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mfa
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iot
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CPR uncovers cyber espionage campaign targeting SEA governments
Thu, 9th Mar 2023
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malware
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edutech
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cybersecurity
Check Point Research (CPR) has revealed an ongoing cyber espionage campaign expand to target more Southeast Asian governments.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Check Point reveals malware impacting 7% of all organisations
Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
This month saw keylogger AgentTesla take first place as the most widespread malware, impacting 7% of organisations worldwide.
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.
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.
Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth
Fri, 21st Oct 2022
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partner programmes
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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.
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.