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Microsoft may acquire Mandiant, a cybersecurity firm
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft's deep, heavy pockets may once again be in the process of lightening themselves. There's no deal carved in stone yet, but Mandiant could be Redmond's latest acquisition.

Microsoft reveals organizations are leaving themselves exposed by not utilizing security tools
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft has released its Cyber Signals security brief, and the findings are troubling. While threats continue to escalate, companies' security measures have failed to keep up.

Phishing has evolved: Microsoft exposes a new campaign's malicious trickery
By Robert Carnevale published
It's never a slow day in the cybersecurity world. That's why Microsoft has a fresh report on the advanced trickery online ne'er-do-wells are using for cutting-edge phishing attacks.

Microsoft highlights malware targeting Ukraine, government identifies suspected attackers
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft recently discussed a malware strain targeting various Ukrainian institutions. At the same time, Ukrainian officials named who they believe to be the perpetrators of the attack.

Threat actor Patchwork accidentally attacked itself with a RAT
By Sean Endicott published
A threat actor known as Patchwork accidentally infected itself with a Remote Administration Trojan. This allowed Malwarebytes to gain insight into the group’s methods.

Best Internet Security Software of 2022
By Richard Devine published
When it comes to securing yourself online, it goes beyond just an antivirus program.

Microsoft invests in new data to prepare Microsoft Defender for the cybersecurity threats of tomorrow
By Robert Carnevale published
The cybersecurity threat landscape is always evolving. As a result, Microsoft's always collecting data.

Employee burnout is a growing security risk in the workplace
By Sean Endicott published
A recent study claims that burned-out employees are more likely to repeat passwords across accounts and to not value security policies.

Microsoft fires back after CrowdStrike questions its trustworthiness
By Sean Endicott published
A report commissioned by CrowdStrike specifically calls out Microsoft in relation to security vulnerabilities. Microsoft called the report “self-serving market research.”

Cyber threat alert: Pay for Windows or face the wrath of Cryptbot malware
By Sean Endicott published
Malicious attackers are attempting to spread malware through fake versions of the popular pirating software KMSPico. The Cryptpot malware used in the attack can steal credentials from PCs.
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