Initially observed in 2019, SystemBC enables persistent access to the system, providing attackers with means to conceal communications and remotely control the infected devices. Designed with support for the execution of commands and to allow adversaries to download and execute scripts, executables, and DLLs, the backdoor is continuously evolving, with recent samples having switched from…

FireEye, which disclosed the attack earlier this month after the threat actor managed to breach its systems and steal some Red Team tools, revealed that the attacker had compromised SolarWinds systems and used its access to deliver a piece of malware named SUNBURST. The malware, which is configured to remain dormant for a certain period…

A WatchGuard report reveals how COVID-19 has impacted the security threat landscape, with evidence that attackers continue to target corporate networks despite the shift to remote work, and a rise in pandemic-related malicious domains and phishing campaigns. “As the impact of COVID-19 continues to unfold, our threat intelligence provides key insight into how attackers are…

When COVID-19 hit and then started forcing massive enterprise changes in March, it caused a significant change in the enterprise threat landscape. That is even more troubling given that it all happened within a few days, which required the cutting of security corners for everything, especially the creation of remote sites. COVID also accelerated movement…

A global production giant was created earlier this year when France-based Banijay completed the acquisition of Endemol Shine for $2.2 billion from Disney and private equity group Apollo. Netherlands-based Endemol Shine is the company behind popular TV shows such as Big Brother, Survivor, Deal or No Deal, The Voice and MasterChef, as well as the…

The internet is full of fraud and theft and cybercriminals are operating in the open with impunity, misrepresenting brands and advocating deceit overtly. Bolster found these criminals are using mainstream ISPs, hosting companies and free internet services – the same that are used by legitimate businesses every day. Phishing and online fraud scams accelerate In…

“The number of cyber threat actors is rising, and they are becoming more sophisticated”, the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security said. The center found that those four countries are very likely attempting to build up capacities to disrupt key Canadian infrastructure — like the electricity supply — to further their goals. The report said they…