Malware

Phishing, hacking and malware attacks led to nearly a third of data security incidents during 2015, unlike the previous year when human error was cited the primary cause, according to the latest BakerHostetler Data Security Incident Response Report.

Trend Micro researchers spotted a new Petya ransomware variant that is delivered to victims who believe they are linking to a resume stored on a cloud storage site like Dropbox, but instead are hit with malware that locks up their computer.

A new back door trojan created to siphon information has been detected by Symantec researchers.

The website of a security certification provider that administers certified ethical hacker qualifications has reportedly been spreading TeslaCrypt.

Researchers spotted a POS malware dubbed TreasureHunt that appears to have been custom-built for a "dump shop" operator.

A site for classified advertising popular in the UK, Australia and South Africa was hit with a malvertising attack.

The Tredyffrin, Penn. Township Police Department is warning residents of an email scam that sends fake speeding citations via email and requests payment be made using an online site.

Maktub Locker ransomware is targeting its victims with a spam campaign that attempts to trick people into thinking they are getting a terms-of-service update when in fact the attached document contains malware.