Emerging Threats
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Norton teams up with Symantec’s Security Technology and Response (STAR) division, which is a global team of security engineers, virus hunters, threat analysts, malware analysts, and researchers that provide the underlying security technology, content, and support for all Symantec corporate and consumer security products. Our team of global threat analysts operates a follow-the-sun-model to provide 24x7 coverage to Symantec customers to track the latest developments on the threat landscape. Analysts continuously monitor a worldwide network of Symantec protected machines as well as a large-scale, global network of honey pots (machines designed to lure attackers). The group is Symantec’s and Norton’s eyes and ears when it comes to surveying and keeping a finger on the pulse of the Internet security threat landscape. With this partnership, we are able to provide you the latest, breaking news about all threats on the Internet landscape. Not only do we notify you of the latest outbreaks to be aware of, we also want to educate you about how to stay safe against these threats.
Some years ago, traditional antivirus was all that was needed to protect a computer from malware. However, with the huge shift in the threat landscape over the last few years, antivirus is just not enough to stay protected today. To address this, Norton has developed a collaborative partnership with the STAR team in order to alert readers as soon as a malware outbreak, data breach, fake app outbreak or other security incidents as they happen.
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Microsoft accidentally exposed 250 million customer records — What you should knowRead More
A Microsoft security breach exposed 250 million customer records on a database without password protection. Learn more.
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Dropbox has verified that 68 million user credentials have been exposedRead More
Dropbox has announced via their blog that 68 million user email addresses with hashed and salted passwords have been exposed. Dropbox has verified that the information is indeed legitimate.
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Jigsaw ransomware wants to play a game, but not in a good wayRead More
An unusual strain of ransomware has shown up on the scene, and it isn’t playing nicely at all. Dubbed “Jigsaw,” the ransomware was created in early March and made its way to the black market a week later, selling for around $140 USD. So far, it seems that there has been minimal sales of the malware. Luckily, it is not widespread yet.
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Massive data breach hits hospitality giant. 500 million guests affected — Here’s what you can doRead More
Massive data breach at large hotel brand affects 500 million guests potentially exposing them to identity theft and other crimes.
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Google+ exposed data of hundreds of thousands of users—here’s what you need to knowRead More
496,951 Google+ users’ full names, birth dates, gender, profile photos, addresses, occupation and relationship status were exposed.
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50 million Facebook accounts may have been compromised — here’s what you need to knowRead More
Everything you need to know about Facebook’s 50 million compromised accounts.
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Reported 5 million credit cards breached at Saks, Lord & TaylorRead More
Reported breach may affect 5 million debit and credit cards at Saks, Saks OFF 5TH and Lord & Taylor stores in North America.
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Up to 880,000 Credit Cards Accessed in Orbitz Data Breach - What to Do NextRead More
Hackers attack Orbitz. 880,000 credit card or payment card information accessed in data breach. Find out what to do next.
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Over half a million PCs infected as hackers go after cryptocurrencyRead More
What happens when cryptocurrency becomes one of the most desired forms of money? Everyone takes notice. That includes hackers.
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Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities affect billions of devicesRead More
Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities could affect billions of devices- What you need to know about staying protected
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Uber announces new data breach affecting 57 million riders and driversRead More
Ride sharing company Uber has announced that hackers have stolen the personal information of about 57 million customers and drivers.
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Fake WhatsApp Android apps downloaded over a million timesRead More
Several malicious apps have been downloaded from the Google Play Store millions of times, disguised as legitimate versions of the popular messaging platform “WhatsApp.”
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Make the switch to Norton — security you can trustRead More
In today’s connected world, cybercrime is a reality we all face. Therefore, you must choose trustworthy companies to handle your information
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What you need to do about the WPA2 Wi-Fi network vulnerabilityRead More
Until your Wi-Fi enabled devices have a security patch for the KRACK vulnerability here are some steps to take to help secure your devices.
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What you need to know about the Petya ransomware outbreakRead More
Petya ransomware is spreading using the EternalBlue exploit similar to the WannaCry attack. Here's what to do when it comes to ransomware.
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What is an info-stealing ad library?Read More
When it comes to free apps, there still may be a price, although it doesn’t always cost the user. There are other ways applications can earn revenue, such as running advertisements within the app itself.
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Bank credential stealing Android malware is on the riseRead More
Cyber criminals are finding new ways to steal your money through your Android device. Lately, the use of Android malware that steals your banking credentials, with names such as Acecard or GMbot, is on the rise.
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Symantec discovery leads to malicious app that steals Viber photos and videosRead More
Researchers at Symantec have recently discovered a malicious app that can steal photos and videos from the popular instant messaging and VoIP app Viber.
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Brand-new ransomware Bart follows footsteps of Dridex and LockyRead More
Although Dridex (W32.Cridex) and Locky (Trojan.Cryptolocker.AF) have been unusually quiet, a new type of ransomware may be taking their place on the online threat landscape.
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Apple patches critical vulnerability in AirPort devicesRead More
Are your Apple AirPorts suddenly flashing yellow? That’s because Apple has sent out a major update to your AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Time Capsule base stations.
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Fight off malicious Pokemon GO apps with the help of Norton Mobile SecurityRead More
Overnight sensation Pokémon GO! has continued to explode over a week after its New Zealand, Australia, and the US on Wed July 6. July 13th the game was released in Germany and the following day for the UK.
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First targeted iPhone spyware discovered: Update your iOS software immediatelyRead More
Cyber espionage, also known as cyber spying, is grabbing a lot of headlines lately. The most recent incident affects Apple’s iOS. Researchers at Citizen Lab Have discovered that a highly sophisticated cyber espionage group has deployed a very rare, advanced form of spyware, which can break an iPhone wide open.
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Yahoo announces data breach affecting 500 million usersRead More
If you have a Yahoo account, you need to change your password now. If you reuse that password on any other online accounts, you should change that too.
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Hundreds of malicious apps are showing up on the Google Play Store, disguised as legitimate applications.Read More
Hundreds of malicious apps are showing up on the Google Play Store, disguised as legitimate applications.
