11/30: Packed.Generic.271 Targets Encrypted Files November 30, 2009 Packed.Generic.271 is a heuristic detection for files that may have been obfuscated or encrypted in order to conceal them from antivirus software. 11/25: Bloodhound.Exploit.286 is Heuristic Detection November 25, 2009 Bloodhound.Exploit.286 is a heuristic detection for files attempting to exploit the Microsoft Internet Explorer 'Style' Object Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. Bug Confirmed in Older IE Browsers By Stuart J. Johnston - November 25, 2009 Microsoft confirmed that a security hole in older versions of Internet Explorer is a real threat that the company is taking seriously. 11/24: Suspicious.Stealers Detects Without Sigs November 24, 2009 Suspicious.Stealers is a detection technology designed to detect entirely new malware threats without traditional signatures. This technology is aimed at detecting malicious software that has been intentionally mutated or morphed by attackers. 2009's Malware May Reveal 2010's Threats By Sean Michael Kerner - November 23, 2009 In 2009, new malware mechanisms have emerged and platforms beyond Windows have increasingly been targeted. 11/23: iPhoneOS.Ikee.B Spreads on Jailbroken iPhones November 23, 2009 iPhoneOS.Ikee.B is a worm that spreads through jailbroken iPhones by using the default SSH password. 11/23: W32.Pykspa.E Spreads via Skype IM November 23, 2009 W32.Pykspa.E is a worm that spreads through Skype Instant Messenger and sends confidential information to a remote location. House Panel Inches Toward Privacy Bill By Kenneth Corbin - November 20, 2009 Lawmakers wrestle with the balance between consumer protection and the needs of business. 11/19: TROJ_DELPACK.A Registers as a Browser Helper Object November 19, 2009 This trojan registers itself as a Browser Helper Object (BHO) to ensure its automatic execution every time Internet Explorer is run. Two Approaches to Securing Autorun and AutoPlay in Windows By Michael Horowitz - November 18, 2009 Protecting your Windows computer from Autorun/Autoplay security problems can be done the 'official' way -- or the safe way. 11/18: Packed.Generic.269 Targets Encrypted Files November 18, 2009 Packed.Generic.269 is a heuristic detection for files that may have been obfuscated or encrypted in order to conceal them from antivirus software. DNS Security Upgrade for .com and .net By Sean Michael Kerner - November 17, 2009 VeriSign will make the .com and .net extensions more secure with support of DNSSEC (DNS security extensions). Get Ready for Windows 7! Pros and Cons? Learn What Our Experts Think Download Free eBook Now. Click Here. | Interested in placing your TEXT AD HERE? Click Here 11/17: Backdoor.Bapkri Detects DLL Files November 17, 2009 Backdoor.Bapkri is a generic detection for Dynamic Link Library (.dll) files that encrypt data to avoid detection and opens a back door to on the compromised computer. IBM's Virtual Server Security: 'Every Layer' By Larry Barrett - November 16, 2009 IBM newly released Virtual Server Security for VMware vSphere touts its protection of the entire infrastructure, from the hypervisor to server-based virtual desktops. 11/16: Troj/Zbot-JS Hides Spying Malware November 16, 2009 Troj/Zbot-JS is a member of the Zbot family of malware, also known as Zeus. It is aggressively spammed out in multiple campaigns with various social engineering lures. 11/13: Trojan.Avalanec Opens Back Door November 13, 2009 Trojan.Avalanec is a Trojan horse that opens a back door on the compromised computer. Config Errors Create Big Security Headaches By Larry Barrett - November 12, 2009 A security expert says that managing the configurations and security settings on thousands of network devices is creating gaping vulnerabilities. 11/12: W32.SillyFDC.BDE Targets Removable Drives November 12, 2009 W32.SillyFDC.BDE is a worm that spreads by copying itself to removable drives. It may also download files on to the compromised computer. Student SSNs Revealed by College Snafu By Larry Barrett - November 11, 2009 The accidental exposure revealed more than 4,500 Chaminade University students' Social Security numbers on the college's Web site. 11/11: W32.Gosys Spreads through Network Shares November 11, 2009 W32.Gosys is a worm that spreads through network shares. It also opens a back door on the compromised computer. Mac Snow Leopard Update Offers Bug Fixes By Andy Patrizio - November 10, 2009 The Apple Snow Leopard update 10.6.2, nearly 500MB in size, offers fixes for 58 bugs. 11/10: Backdoor.Pfinet Steals Confidential Data November 10, 2009 Backdoor.Pfinet is a Trojan horse that opens a back door on the compromised computer and may steal confidential information. 11/9: Troj/Agent-LNW is Fake Anti-virus November 9, 2009 Troj/Agent-LNW is an emailed fake anti-virus infector. It is distributed as an attachment to a spam message that attempts to convince users to agree to the terms of an imaginary contract. Patch Tuesday: Three 'Critical' Bugs By Stuart J. Johnston - November 6, 2009 Microsoft says that "We believe Bulletin 3 will have the biggest impact on corporations as it impacts multiple platforms and is rated critical for Windows 2000, XP and Server 2003; and important for Vista and Server 2008." 11/6: Packed.Generic.267 Targets Obfuscated Files November 6, 2009 Packed.Generic.267 is a heuristic detection for files that may have been obfuscated or encrypted in order to conceal them from antivirus software. Check (All) Your Windows Patches: Secunia By Michael Horowitz - November 5, 2009 Microsoft issues patches for its own Windows apps, yet other vendors' programs remain a security challenge. Secunia offers a free online software inspector for patch notification. 11/5: Troj/Psyme-KS Exploits IE Vulnerability November 5, 2009 This Trojan typically arrives in spam messages, typically about an unreleased Michael Jackson song or a September 11 conspiracy theory. 'Jailbroken' Dutch iPhones Hacked By Larry Barrett - November 5, 2009 Hacker demands money for instructions to remove the iPhone hack, as the 'jailbroken' iPhones prove less secure. Kaspersky Unveils Anti-Virus for Mac By Larry Barrett - November 4, 2009 As the Mac platform attracts more hackers, security vendors respond in kind. 11/4: W32.Akannuna Infects .exe Files November 4, 2009 W32.Akannuna is a virus that infects .exe files. Malware is Top Threat to Company PCs By Stuart J. Johnston - November 3, 2009 A Microsoft report indicates that the threat of rogue security software is lessening, yet it remains a leading challenge to corporate PCs. 11/3: OSX.Loosemaque Trojan Appears as Video Game November 3, 2009 OSX.Loosemaque is a Trojan horse that appears to be a video game, but deletes files from the home folder when a user plays it. 11/2: Trojan.Whitewell Opens Back Door on Hacked PC November 2, 2009 Trojan.Whitewell is a Trojan horse that opens a back door on the compromised computer. |
No comments:
Post a Comment