Sophos stories - Page 7
A look at the MS Exchange zero-days and how to protect your business
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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Every organisationusing Microsoft Exchange must patch their on-premise servers immediately and scan their networks for signs of malicious activity.
Why the rise of containers has created a vulnerability crisis
Tue, 27th Apr 2021
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The rapid adoption of cloud services has brought new cyber threats. Read how Sophos' Cloud Optix tackles container vulnerabilities.
Malicious cryptominer exploits MS Exchange Server vulnerabilities
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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Cybercriminals are exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities despite warnings. Attacks include ransomware and cryptomining malware. Patching is crucial.
Cybersecurity budgets still not keeping up with threats — report
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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Cybersecurity budgets stagnant as cyber-attacks rise, new research says. Executives underestimate risk, hindered by skill shortages.
Sophos announces collaboration with Qualcomm for PC security
Mon, 1st Mar 2021
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Sophos plans to combine its Intercept X cybersecurity technology with Qualcomm's Snapdragon compute platforms, bringing next-generation security to PCs.
Agent Tesla Trojan can evade endpoint protection, Sophos reports
Thu, 4th Feb 2021
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Agent Tesla originally surfaced in 2014. It is widely available on criminal marketplaces, and continues to evolve.
Sophos unearths origin of prominent cryptominer
Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
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The cryptominer was recently discovered when attackers targeted internet-facing database servers (SQL servers), and the MrbMiner was downloaded and installed.
Sophos named a Numbering Authority in CVE programme
Tue, 19th Jan 2021
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Sophos has become a Numbering Authority in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures programme, enabling it to assign CVE identification to its own products.
Sophos Rapid Response puts out the ransomware fire
Mon, 18th Jan 2021
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Ransomware attacks have become increasingly common, with 51% of organizations experiencing one last year. Learn how to protect yourself.
Demystifying 'zero trust' and its role in cybersecurity
Mon, 18th Jan 2021
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Zero trust in cybersecurity is gaining momentum as organisations adapt to changing network perimeters and remote work.
Cybercriminals leverage AI to sustain attacks on enterprises
Mon, 18th Jan 2021
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What is less discussed is how cybercriminals are taking advantage of those very same technologies to automate their attacks, too.
The current state of ransomware — and its future
Tue, 12th Jan 2021
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2020 saw an increase in ransomware attacks, with hackers collaborating and using new tactics, according to cybersecurity firm Sophos.
Sophos unveils new open AI developments to sharpen defenses against cyberattacks
Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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Sophos has unveiled four new open Artificial Intelligence developments to enhance the industry's defenses against cyberattacks.
Experiencing ransomware significantly impacts cybersecurity approach
Fri, 16th Oct 2020
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Ransomware hits organisations hard, impacting confidence and cyber attack strategies, reveals a new survey by Sophos. #Cybersecurity #Ransomware.
Sophos named mobile security Leader in IDC MarketScape
Mon, 21st Sep 2020
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Sophos Intercept X for Mobile has capabilities in protecting Android, iOS and Chrome OS users from known and never before seen mobile threats.
Phishing scam imitates SharePoint & OneNote for nefarious clicks
Tue, 8th Sep 2020
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Sophos researchers say that the attackers take a slightly different approach to the standard ‘fake login’ phishing email.
Sophos deconstructs Dharma, the 'fast food franchise' ransomware
Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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Dharma ransomware has become a profitable business for cybercriminals, targeting small and medium businesses with devastating results.
Sophos and Arcserve bolster alliance with two new solutions
Wed, 20th May 2020
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The new solutions combine anti-ransomware and other threat-protection tech with immutable backup and disaster recovery capabilities.
Scammers using Bitcoin, sextortion to take advantage of Coronavirus fears
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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As people's fear and desire to do something about COVID-19 is dominating the news, it is also being exploited in every way by online criminals.
Sophos acquired for US$3.9 billion in cash
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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In a 168% premium to its IPO share price in June 2015, Sophos stockholders now receive $7.40 per share, according to the company.