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Out-of-band patch released for all Windows versions

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 19, 2014

Kerberos bug means one set of credentials suffices to rule them all.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 18, 2014

Why buying ad space makes perfect sense for those wanting to spread malware.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 17, 2014

Must-read for anyone working with one of the Internet's most important protocols.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 12, 2014

Despite better defences, the era of bootkits is certainly not behind us.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 11, 2014

Five initial victims of infamous worm named.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 10, 2014

Developer Enterprise Program recently found to be used by WireLurker.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 7, 2014

Users taught that having to enable enhanced security features is no big deal.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 7, 2014

Health apps and wearable devices found to make many basic security mistakes.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 6, 2014

Non-jailbroken devices infected via enterprise provisioning program.

Posted by Virus Bulletin on Nov 6, 2014

Terry Zink presents case study in which he describes setting a DMARC policy for Microsoft.

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VB2020 TIPS presentation: Business Email Compromise – Scalable Attribution Powering Industry and Law Enforcement Collaboration

As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summmit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we highlight some of the talks presented in the Summit and the important contr…
As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/11/vb2020-tips-presentation-business-email-compromise-scalable-attribution-powering-industry-and-law-enforcement-collaboration/

VB2020 TIPS presentation: Collaborating with Competitors: A Better Strategy to Beat Adversaries

As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summmit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we highlight some of the talks presented in the Summit and the important contr…
As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/11/vb2020-tips-presentation-collaborating-competitors-better-strategy-beat-adversaries/

November

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VB2020 TIPS presentations: cybercrime in the DACH region and ransomware in LATAM

As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summmit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we highlight some of the talks presented in the Summit and the important contr…
As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/10/vb2020-tips-presentations-cybercrime-dach-region-and-ransomware-latam/

VB2020 TIPS presentation: Intelligence Sharing for Supply Chain Security

As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summmit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of blog posts we highlight some of the talks presented in the Summit and the important contr…
As part of VB2020 localhost we were proud to co-host the Threat Intelligence Practitioners' Summit (TIPS), put together by the Cyber Threat Alliance. In a series of… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/10/vb2020-tips-presentation-intelligence-sharing-supply-chain-security/

October

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VB2020 localhost is over, but the content is still available to view!

VB2020 localhost - VB's first foray into the world of virtual conferences - took place last week, but you can still watch all the presentations.
VB2020 localhost - VB's first virtual, and entirely free to attend VB conference - took place last week and was a great success, with over 2,700 registered delegates from 84… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/10/vb2020-localhost-over-theres-still-time-view-content/

New additions complete the VB2020 localhost programme

The programme for VB2020 localhost - the first virtual, and entirely free to attend VB conference - is now complete, with new additions to both the live programme and the on-demand programme.
While many kinds of economic activity have decreased during the pandemic, that is not the case for online threats: they have been as prolific as ever and continue to evolve.… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/08/vb2020-localhost-programme-complete/

August

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VB2020 localhost call for last minute papers: a unique opportunity

Why VB2020 localhost presents a unique opportunity for you to share your research with security experts around the globe.
Now in its 30th year, the Virus Bulletin Conference has not only evolved into the annual threat intelligence conference, but also into one of the most international security… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/08/vb2020-localhost-call-last-minute-papers-unique-opportunity/

VB2020 localhost call for last-minute papers now open!

The call for last-minute papers for VB2020 localhost is now open. Submit before 17 August to have your paper considered for one of the nine slots reserved for 'hot' research!
Have you analysed a brand new online threat? Are you involved in cutting edge security research? Are you tasked with securing systems and fending off attacks and developing new… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/07/vb2020-localhost-call-last-minute-papers-now-open/

July

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Announcing... VB2020 localhost

Announcing VB2020 localhost: the carbon neutral, budget neutral VB conference!
Over the last few months the VB team has been hard at work preparing for the virtual edition of VB2020 and we can now reveal... VB2020 localhost: the carbon neutral, budget… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/07/announcing-vb2020-localhost/

May

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VB2019 paper: APT cases exploiting vulnerabilities in region-specific software

At VB2019, JPCERT/CC's Shusei Tomonaga and Tomoaki Tani presented a paper on attacks that exploit vulnerabilities in software used only in Japan, using malware that is unique to Japan. Today we publish both their paper and the recording of their presentat…
APT cases exploiting vulnerabilities in region-specific software Read the paper (HTML) Download the paper (PDF) Software that is endemic to a specific country… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/05/vb2019-paper-apt-cases-exploiting-vulnerabilities-region-specific-software/

New paper: Detection of vulnerabilities in web applications by validating parameter integrity and data flow graphs

In a follow-up to a paper presented at VB2019, Prismo Systems researchers Abhishek Singh and Ramesh Mani detail algorithms that can be used to detect SQL injection in stored procedures, persistent cross-site scripting (XSS), and server‑side request forger…
VB2019 paper: Catch me if you can: detection of injection exploitation by validating query and API integrity Read the paper (HTML) Download the paper (PDF) VB2019 paper:… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/04/new-paper-detection-vulnerabilities-web-applications-validating-parameter-integrity-and-data-flow-graphs/

VB2020 programme announced

VB is pleased to reveal the details of an interesting and diverse programme for VB2020, the 30th Virus Bulletin International Conference.
While VB is keeping a careful eye on the global situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the various travel and health advice, the planning and arrangements for VB2020 are… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/04/vb2020-programme-announced/

VB2019 paper: Cyber espionage in the Middle East: unravelling OSX.WindTail

At VB2019 in London, Jamf's Patrick Wardle analysed the WindTail macOS malware used by the WindShift APT group, active in the Middle East. Today we publish both Patrick's paper and the recording of his presentation.
Cyber espionage in the Middle East: unravelling OSX.WindTail Read the paper (HTML) Download the paper (PDF) The Middle East continues to be a hotbed of APT activity. The… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/04/vb2019-paper-cyber-espionage-middle-east-unravelling-osxwindtail/

April

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VB2019 paper: 2,000 reactions to a malware attack – accidental study

At VB2019 cybercrime journalist and researcher Adam Haertlé presented an analysis of almost 2000 unsolicited responses sent by victims of a malicious email campaign. Today we publish both his paper and the recording of his presentation.
2,000 reactions to a malware attack – accidental study Read the paper (HTML) Download the paper (PDF) In an illuminating study – possible thanks to a unique perspective on… https://www.virusbulletin.com/blog/2020/03/vb2019-paper-2000-reactions-malware-attack-accidental-study/

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