Macro-based malware is making a comeback, researchers warn

	Google unveils Windows 8.1 vulnerability, releases sample code | 8 smart devices at risk
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	Macro-based malware is making a comeback, researchers warn Attackers bypass defenses aganst macros with social engineering to install malware Read More   RESOURCE COMPLIMENTS OF: CIO Perspectives Conference CIO Perspectives Dallas 2015 - Dates Announced Join us for rich content, superior networking and event excellence, all in one day. The agenda is being crafted with the expert guidance of our Dallas CIO Advisory Board members, which includes CIOs from: Atmos Energy, Freeman, Kimberly-Clark, Santander, PrimeLending and more. Click to continue In this Issue Google unveils Windows 8.1 vulnerability, releases sample code 8 smart devices at risk AOL halts malicious ads served by its advertising platform Microsoft reports variant of banking malware that targets German speakers Sony and Chase: Don't blame the CISO 6 social engineering tricks that can be avoided if you're careful IBM: Retail attacks down, but when they hit cyber-attackers get more Hackers steal $5M in bitcoin currency during Bitstamp exchange attack Moonpig jeopardizes data of millions of customers through insecure API Gogo inspects secure Web traffic in attempt to limit in-flight video streaming WHITE PAPER: Akamai Improving DDoS Protection A recent survey reveals a significant disconnect between companies' concerns and their preparedness when it comes to potential DDoS attacks. This survey looks at the high level of concern about the impacts of DDoS attacks and the "always-on" solution to help identify and mitigate attacks. Learn More Google unveils Windows 8.1 vulnerability, releases sample code Google security researchers were being criticized on Monday for releasing details of a Windows 8.1 vulnerability together with proof-of-concept code that can be used to exploit it. Read More   8 smart devices at risk The explosion of "smart" devices is bringing unprecedented convenience to consumers. But, as is the case with anything connected to the Internet, it also brings risks. Read More   AOL halts malicious ads served by its advertising platform The malicious ads had been served since late October, according to security company Cyphort Read More   Microsoft reports variant of banking malware that targets German speakers Microsoft says the malware is contained in spam messages that purport to contain important information Read More   Sony and Chase: Don't blame the CISO No chief information security officer has ability to stop all attacks all the time. Read More   WHITE PAPER: Dell Software   Why Threat Intelligence is Critical for Next Gen Firewalls A top-tier threat intelligence network is the foundation of an effective next-generation firewall (NGFW). This white paper examines three criteria for judging threat intelligence networks: completeness, accuracy and speed, and discusses how one such network works in practice. Learn more! 6 social engineering tricks that can be avoided if you're careful From phishing to dumpster diving, there's nothing a social engineer won't do Read More   IBM: Retail attacks down, but when they hit cyber-attackers get more In 2014 unauthorized access via Secure Shell Brute Force was most trendy attack; Shellshock as well as POS malware such as BlackPOS, Dexter, vSkimmer, Alina and Citadel were also prevalent. Read More   Hackers steal $5M in bitcoin currency during Bitstamp exchange attack Around 19,000 bitcoins were looted during the weekend hack, which targeted hot wallets Read More   Moonpig jeopardizes data of millions of customers through insecure API The company failed to fix a security flaw reported over a year ago, a developer said Read More   Gogo inspects secure Web traffic in attempt to limit in-flight video streaming In-flight Internet provider Gogo replaces the HTTPS certificates on sites like YouTube with self-signed ones Read More
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