Check Point Research has been monitoring the ongoing activities of the WIRTE threat actor, which is previously linked to the Hamas-associated group Gaza Cybergang, despite the ongoing conflict in the region. The conflict has not disrupted the group’s activities, and…
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Honoring One Year of Check Point’s U.S. Military, Veterans, and Allies ERG: Our Ongoing Dedication to Supporting Veterans
As we mark the one-year anniversary of Check Point’s U.S. Active Military, Veterans, and Allies Employee Resource Group (ERG), we reflect on the profound impact this initiative has had on our workplace community. Designed to cultivate an inclusive and supportive…
October 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: Infostealers Surge as Cyber Criminals Leverage Innovative Attack Vectors
Check Point Software’s latest threat index reveals a significant rise in infostealers like Lumma Stealer, while mobile malware like Necro continues to pose a significant threat, highlighting the evolving tactics used by cyber criminals across the globe. Check Point’s Global…
Incident Response Readiness Journey
Introduction Imagine for a second that you live in a neighborhood where increasingly houses get broken into by brazen criminals to steal and break valuable items, kidnap people for ransom, and, in some cases, burn houses to the ground! If…
Tackling Cyberbullying with Cyber security to defend the Digital Playground
Cyber security, laws and education being used to combat the rise of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is a severe, often relentless form of digital harassment that can manifest in many ways, impacting individuals’ emotional well-being and security. On this International Day Against…
Uncovering a Large-Scale Campaign Using the Latest Version of The Rhadamanthys Stealer: Rhadamanthys.07
Executive Summary: Check Point Research has identified a large-scale phishing operation utilizing a new version of Rhadamanthys Stealer. Dubbed CopyRh(ight)adamantys, the operation targets individuals and organizations under the false premise of copyright infringement violations. Attackers create dedicated Gmail accounts and…
Check Point Software Strengthens Cyber Security Training for Enterprises with OffSec’s Advanced Learning Platform
As cyber threats continue to grow in scale and sophistication, continuous cyber security training is crucial for enterprises looking to build resilient defenses. Recent data from Check Point Research (CPR) reveals a 30% increase in cyberattacks in Q2 2024 alone—the…
Check Point Further Enhances Cyber Security Training for IGS Customers with OffSec’s Learn Enterprise
In an era of rapidly evolving cyber threats, the need for continuous cyber security training is more critical than ever. Check Point Research (CPR) even highlights a 30% increase in cyber attacks in Q2 2024 – the highest surge in…
The Evolution of Transparent Tribe’s New Malware
Executive Summary: In recent cyber attacks, Transparent Tribe, or APT36, has utilized an increasingly sophisticated malware called ElizaRAT. Check Point Research tracked ElizaRAT’s evolution, uncovering its improved execution methods, detection evasion, and Command and Control communication since its public disclosure…
AI’s Impact in 2024 Elections and What Voters Can Do to Protect Themselves from Disinformation
2024 is perhaps the biggest election year the world has ever seen, with more than 60 countries holding national elections that will impact nearly half the world’s population, per Statista. 2024 is also the year the world became more comfortable…