Recently the security of open source software has been questioned, particularly with respect to Linux vulnerabilities that have a huge impact due to Linux’s use as internet infrastructure. When volunteer coders are keeping the software secure – who takes responsibility. Steps have started to be taken to increase the security …
New Android malware – Escobar – stealing MFA codes among other secret data
Escobar mobile malware targets 190 banking and financial apps, steals 2FA codes | TechRepublic A version of this malicious software was found in circulation cloaked as McAfee software. This software is being offered for rent on the Dark Web so it could be used by multiple hackers who do not …
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A specific but large target – but what does it do?
Targeting Chinese speaking people gives you a lot of potential targets but the researcher at SANS was unsure what this malicious does. Malicious Python Script Targeting Chinese People – SANS Internet Storm Center
Hackers reuse code as well
It is a classic move of any developer to reuse code – actually it is a professional move to reuse code that you know works. So it is no surprise that hackers take professional steps to ensure their malware attacks work. Even taking legitimate code from GitHub. Code Reuse In …
A malicious script that only one AV package detected!
SANS Internet Storm is reporting on a simple, non-obfuscated batch file script that evaded detection. A Simple Batch File That Blocks People – SANS Internet Storm Centre
