Top news of the week: 02.09.2021.
Mitre Attack
Cobalt Strike, a Defender’s Guide
As you have noticed from our reporting so far, Cobalt Strike is used as a post-exploitation tool with various malware droppers responsible for the initial infection stage. Some of the most ...
CISA and FBI: Be 'Vigilant' About Possible Ransomware Attacks Over Labor Day Weekend
Advisory recommends key defenses for mitigating risk by ransomware and other threats.
‘Pay Ransom’ Screen? Too Late, Humpty Dumpty – Podcast
Splunk’s Ryan Kovar discusses the rise in supply-chain attacks a la Kaseya & how to get ahead of encryption leaving your business a pile of broken shells.
LockFile ransomware uses intermittent encryption to evade detection
This newly discovered ransomware works fast, has multiple ways to avoid detection, and preys on Windows systems with known vulnerabilities.
Vendor Hype Gives New Meaning to the Term “Zero Trust Security” (And Not in a Good Way)
Let's set the record straight on the 1-10-60 Rule, and understand how CrowdStrike uses AI and machine learning to stop threats — without human intervention.
The 2021 Forrester MDR Wave: Behind the research
Watch Forrester's Jeff Pollard speak about their latest research what goes into exemplary Managed Detection and Response (MDR).
VMware Carbon Black Endpoint Detection and Response Server 7.5 Achieves NIAP Common Criteria Certification
VMware is proud to announce that its on-premises VMware Carbon Black Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) product has received Common Criteria certification, an internationally recognized ...
CISA: Examine cybersecurity posture ahead of Labor Day holiday
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency have observed an increase in highly impactful ransomware attacks occurring on holidays and ...