Malware

FinSpy Mobile, a part of the commercial surveillance toolkit FinFisher, is believed to be the culprit behind recent espionage incidents targeting mobile platforms, including iOS, BlackBerry and Android.

Discovered earlier this year, Mahdi isn't particularly sophisticated malware, but is effective due to redevelopment efforts by attackers. And now it's targeting people with connections to the United States.

The Wiper virus has left few clues for researchers to study, but there may be similarities between it and other malware targeting systems in the Middle East.

In light of the fast-spreading Java 7 exploit, Mozilla has become the first browser maker to suggest users disable Java functionality.

As expected, exploits taking advantage of gaping holes in Java now are growing in prominence -- and the big question is: When will Oracle patch the issue?

A new data-stealing trojan has turned up on the systems of one of Radware's customers, according to researchers at the network security firm.

The advanced persistent threat malware exploits existing vulnerabilities in servers, enabling attackers to maintain access to victims' data while remaining below the radar.

Oil company Saudi Aramco has yet to confirm whether a virus, which struck 30,000 of its workstations, is Shamoon -- malware said to be targeting the Middle East energy sector.