The surge in mobile device usage within organizations has inevitably opened the floodgates to a new kind of cyber threat—mobile spyware. As the term “spyware” suggests, this kind of threat can often go unnoticed until the damage is done. The…
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Check Point Software: The Pioneer in Cybersecurity Earns Security Platform Recognition from Top Analysts Firms in 2023
For more than three decades, Check Point Software has led the cybersecurity industry in ensuring that organizations of all sizes can conduct business over the internet with the highest levels of security through research and innovation. We deliver on a…
The Evolving Cyber Landscape: AI Fighting AI
The rise of Generative AI (GenAI) is causing a shift in the cyber-attack landscape. On one side, threat actors are starting to use GenAI to generate attacks – making their hacking more sophisticated, while also lowering the bar for the…
Get Ahead of the Game: Protecting Your Cloud Native Applications with CloudGuard CNAPP
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving digital landscape, cloud native applications have become a crucial component for businesses to stay competitive and agile. However, with the increased reliance on these applications comes the need for robust security measures to protect them…
71% of Organizations Have Fallen Victim to Ransomware, Should Your Organization Be Concerned?
In an era where digital threats loom large, a startling 71% of organizations have found themselves besieged by ransomware, with the financial fallout averaging a hefty $4.35 million per breach. This isn’t just a sporadic skirmish in cyberspace; it’s an…
Getting to Know: Royce Ho
Royce Ho is a Regional Threat Prevention Security Consultant for the Southeast Asia & Korea (SEAK) region at Check Point Software Technologies. Prior to Check Point, he worked at CSIntelligence, Deloitte, F5 Networks and StarHub. Royce received a Bachelor’s of…
Santa’s presents can be your worst spy this Christmas: five must-haves to keep this Season’s treats safe from cyber criminals
IoT devices offer many benefits, but they also have a very weak security system, making them a highly vulnerable technology. In light of this potential risk, Check Point Software suggests five key steps to strengthen protection and ensure the safe…
Birmingham Public Schools Teams with Check Point to Build Cyber Resilience
Schools across the United States are facing an unprecedented surge in cyberattacks. In fact, Check Point Research found that the education/research sector experienced the highest number of attacks, with an average of 2160 attacks per organization per week during the…
Unveiling the New Threats: Rhadamanthys v0.5.0 A Research Overview by Check Point Research (CPR)
Key Insights: · The Evolving Threat: The Rhadamanthys stealer, a multi-layered malware, is now available in its latest iteration, version 0.5.0, enhancing its capabilities and introducing new spying functions. · Customizable and Dangerous: Its plugin system allows it to be…
November 2023’s Most Wanted Malware: New AsyncRAT Campaign Discovered while FakeUpdates Re-Entered the Top Ten after Brief Hiatus
Researchers reported on a new AsyncRAT campaign where malicious HTML files were being used to spread the stealthy malware. Meanwhile, downloader FakeUpdates jumped straight into second place after a short break from the top ten list Our latest Global Threat…