French-speaking cybercriminals continue attacks on African banks
Researchers reveal new details about a highly successful cybercrime group thought to have stolen millions over the last few years.
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Chinese-linked hackers targeted U.S. state legislature, researchers say
Researchers with Symantec said the group that it has tracked for years has recently targeted government networks in the U.S. and Middle East.
‘Most advanced’ China-linked backdoor ever, Daxin, raises alarms for cyber-espionage investigators
The Daxin malware is "on another level," according to researchers at Symantec.
Another round of ‘wiper’ malware appears in Ukrainian networks
The wiper could add to the woes of a country increasingly under physical and cyber assault.
Researchers detail Russia-linked group’s cyber-espionage tactics in Ukraine
Symantec looks at how the spies use infected Microsoft Word attachments to implant backdoor files allowing for the delivery of more malware.
Symantec connects another hacking tool to SolarWinds campaign
A nesting doll of hacking tools has emerged in the SolarWinds campaign.
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Symantec implicates APT10 in sweeping hacking campaign against Japanese firms
After a 2018 U.S. indictment, it looks like APT10 is back.
‘MuddyWater’ spies suspected in attacks against Middle East governments, telecoms
While other hacking teams associated with Tehran have gained notoriety for data-wiping attacks, MuddyWater as been relentless in its spying efforts.
Cyber Command, Microsoft take action against TrickBot botnet before Election Day
The Pentagon and Microsoft have moved against one of the world’s largest botnets in recent weeks.
Symantec shakeup creates fresh opening to shift security strategies
CarbonBlack’s integration into VMware stands in contrast to Broadcom’s plans for Symantec, leaving agencies at a crossroads, but with a chance to overhaul their security.