LevelBlue + SentinelOne: Global Partnership to Deliver AI-Powered Managed Security Operations and Incident Response. Learn More

5 Security Things to Know for the Week of Feb. 12

Follow Trustwave on Twitter, connect with us on LinkedIn and like us on Facebook.

1) Malware that forces compromised computers to mine crypto currencies hit thousands of websites, days after some 5,000 Android devices were similarly infected to form a crypto mining botnet.

2) Multiple people were charged with helping to spearhead a popular hacking forum that traded stolen credit card numbers and malicious software, among other cybercriminal goods and services.

3) Adobe delivered an emergency patch to plug a zero-day hole being actively exploited.

4) Two men were hit with ATM "jackpotting" charges in Connecticut after authorities alleged they impersonated technicians to install malware on the cash machines.

5) Phishing scammers are impersonating several trusted sources, including the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

ABOUT LEVELBLUE

LevelBlue is a globally recognized cybersecurity leader that reduces cyber risk and fortifies organizations against disruptive and damaging cyber threats. Our comprehensive offensive and defensive cybersecurity portfolio detects what others cannot, responds with greater speed and effectiveness, optimizes client investment, and improves security resilience. Learn more about us.

Latest Intelligence

Discover how our specialists can tailor a security program to fit the needs of
your organization.

Request a Demo