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The Ultimate Guide to Malware

A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Malware.

What to know about Malware

Malware represents a broad category of malicious software designed to infiltrate, damage, or disrupt computer systems and networks. From ransomware that locks users out of their data to spyware that quietly steals information, malware continues to evolve in sophistication and reach. Our recent stories cover a wide range of malware threats impacting individuals, businesses, and critical infrastructure, illustrating the diverse strategies cybercriminals use to exploit vulnerabilities.

Delving into these stories provides readers with insights into how malware campaigns operate, the latest trends in attack vectors, and expert advice on defense mechanisms. Understanding malware not only alerts individuals and organisations to potential risks but also guides them in strengthening their digital security posture. Stay informed about the ever-changing malware landscape to better safeguard your data and systems from emerging cyber threats.

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ESET warns of AI abuse & quishing surge in attacks
Threat intelligence

ESET warns of AI abuse & quishing surge in attacks

Malicious AI skills are helping criminals steal data and run malware, while QR-code phishing climbed 146% in the latest ESET report.

Yesterday

German SMEs face lower cyber losses, but risks stay high
IT Department

German SMEs face lower cyber losses, but risks stay high

Average losses from successful attacks have fallen sharply, but one in three German SMEs says a major breach could still threaten its existence.

2 days ago

Google Cloud links Wiz exposure data with threat intel
Digital Transformation

Google Cloud links Wiz exposure data with threat intel

Security teams could cut alert overload as Google ties exposed assets to live attacker activity, helping prioritise the riskiest flaws first.

2 days ago

China-aligned spies target university Roundcube servers
Patching

China-aligned spies target university Roundcube servers

Sensitive physics and engineering research at US and Canadian universities may have been exposed after hackers used Roundcube flaws to enter mail servers.

2 days ago

Anthropic widens Fable 5 safeguards & rates jailbreaks
Patching

Anthropic widens Fable 5 safeguards & rates jailbreaks

New safeguards will let Fable 5 block more harmful cyber prompts, as Anthropic also seeks a common scale for jailbreak risk.

Last week

Google disrupts NetNut proxy network in FBI operation
Virtual Private Networks

Google disrupts NetNut proxy network in FBI operation

Millions of consumer devices were pulled into a botnet used for hacking and espionage, prompting Google to disable apps and accounts.

Last week

Barracuda warns of Microsoft phishing & malware rise
Threat intelligence

Barracuda warns of Microsoft phishing & malware rise

Attackers are increasingly using genuine Microsoft pages and browser tricks to steal session tokens, passwords and spread malware, Barracuda says.

Last week

Cisco and OpenAI outline AI's growing role in cyber defence
Network Infrastructure

Cisco and OpenAI outline AI's growing role in cyber defence

Cisco and OpenAI say AI agents are reshaping cyber defence by helping organisations detect, fix and respond to security threats more quickly.

Last week

Ransomware victims spot attacks only after data theft
Threat intelligence

Ransomware victims spot attacks only after data theft

Almost half of ransomware victims discovered breaches only after data theft, underscoring how attackers are evading detection for weeks.

Last month

New Go ransomware Prinz Eugen hits newest files first
Network Security

New Go ransomware Prinz Eugen hits newest files first

Victims risk losing the newest and most active data first as a Go-based encryptor targets recently modified files before older ones.

Last month

CISOs see AI as opportunity amid cyber threat fears
Chief Information Security Officer

CISOs see AI as opportunity amid cyber threat fears

Most security leaders now see AI as a cybersecurity opportunity, even as concerns over supplier exposure and domain attacks remain high.

Last month

Barracuda launches AI email protection for Microsoft 365
Threat intelligence

Barracuda launches AI email protection for Microsoft 365

A single phishing email can now compromise identities, bypass multifactor authentication and hit endpoints within five minutes, Barracuda said.

Last month

Rapid Brigantine ties ClickFix malware to fake updates
Disaster Recovery

Rapid Brigantine ties ClickFix malware to fake updates

BlueVoyant says a ClickFix malware campaign using fake browser updates is linked to the Rapid Brigantine ransomware ecosystem.

Last month

Attacks use remote access tools to evade detection
Threat intelligence

Attacks use remote access tools to evade detection

Trusted software is giving cybercriminals persistent access to PCs, making attacks harder to spot and raising the risk of data theft.

Last month

Fans warned over World Cup cyber scams & fake tickets
Artificial Intelligence

Fans warned over World Cup cyber scams & fake tickets

Fans buying tickets or streams for the FIFA World Cup face fake sites, rogue apps and QR-code traps that can steal payment details.

Last month

Infoblox finds residential proxy traffic in most firms
Virtual Private Networks

Infoblox finds residential proxy traffic in most firms

More than 65% of enterprise customers showed residential proxy-related DNS activity, exposing firms to reputational and operational risks.

Last month

Infoblox finds residential proxies rife in business networks
Virtual Private Networks

Infoblox finds residential proxies rife in business networks

More than 65 per cent of Infoblox customers were found querying domains linked to residential proxy networks, widening risks for defenders.

Last month

Cyber criminals target World Cup staff & suppliers
Cyber Threat

Cyber criminals target World Cup staff & suppliers

Attackers are using fake World Cup sites and messaging apps to steal credentials, with some scams now aimed at event suppliers and staff.

Last month

North Korea-linked hackers target developers via GitHub
Threat intelligence

North Korea-linked hackers target developers via GitHub

Nearly 100 organisations were hit in a six-week phishing spree that used GitHub repositories and Visual Studio Code tools to infect developers.

Last month

Cybercriminals target FIFA World Cup 2026 fans online
Threat intelligence

Cybercriminals target FIFA World Cup 2026 fans online

Fans and jobseekers are being targeted by a growing wave of fake ticket, travel and recruitment scams ahead of the tournament.

Last month