Securing the modern enterprise network is more complex than ever. Company data is migrating to the cloud, Software as a Service (SaaS) applications are the norm, and the workforce is increasingly working remotely. Securing these dynamic environments requires a new…
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Cyber predators target vulnerable victims: Hackers blackmail hospitals, trade patient data and find partners through darknet ads
In a world of crime, expect no mercy. Cybercrime goes hard after its goal, which is most often financial gain. Hackers choose their victims accordingly, where they are most likely to succeed and where the most valuable data is located.…
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Bill Diaz
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, Check Point honors the history, traditions, and cultural diversity of the Hispanic and Latino community. We’re kicking off by spotlighting Bill Diaz, Vice President of Vertical Solutions…
5 Steps to Building a Robust Cyber Resilience Framework
The reality of cyber security is simple – breaches will occur – and reactivity will always be the losing strategy. Having a cyber resilience framework shifts the focus from preventing attacks to ensuring readiness, mitigating impact, and driving a swift…
Check Point’s Quantum Leap: Integrating NIST PQC Standards
In our previous blog, “Living in a Post Quantum World,” we discussed the role cryptographic algorithms play in withstanding threats that may arise from the advanced computational abilities of quantum computers. As quantum technology evolves, it poses a significant threat…
The Unraveling of an Iranian Cyber Attack Against the Iraqi Government
Check Point Research discovered an elaborate cyber-attack against Iraqi governmental networks The installer used to deploy the malware bore the logo of the Iraqi General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, while the domains of compromised servers were related to…
August 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: RansomHub Reigns Supreme While Meow Ransomware Surges
Check Point’s latest threat index reveals RansomHub’s continued dominance and Meow ransomware’s rise with novel tactics and significant impact. Check Point’s Global Threat Index for August 2024 revealed ransomware remains a dominant force, with RansomHub sustaining its position as the…
Check Point Software Celebrates Partner Success at the Asia Pacific Partner Conference 2024
Check Point Software has recognized the top partners across the Asia Pacific region, during this year’s Check Point Asia Pacific Partner Conference 2024. Held in Phuket, Thailand from 2nd – 5th September 2024, this yearly conference saw attendance of 240…
Hacktivists Call for Release of Telegram Founder with #FreeDurov DDoS Campaign
In recent weeks, a new hacktivist campaign has emerged to demand the release of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, after his arrest by French authorities. In this report, Check Point Research explores the most prominent and dominant hacking groups involved in…
Check Point Celebrates International Women in Cyber Day 2024
September 1st is International Women in Cyber Day. The technology industry has come a long way over the last thirty years and at Check Point, the story is the same. We have several senior leadership and engineering roles filled by…
7 Smart Steps to Run Serverless Containers on Kubernetes
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The Jedi of Code: May CloudGuard Be with You
Imagine a wise Jedi knight, ever-vigilant, honest, and focused on what truly matters: protecting your Crown Jewels in the Cloud. This Jedi, like a wise Master, guides you with a focus on the impact on your organization. With Check Point…
Enhancing Phishing and Malware Detection with ssdeep Fuzzy Hashing
The science and art of detecting zero-day phishing and malware campaigns depends on leveraging our knowledge of previous threats. Establishing digital fingerprints, called “fuzzy hashes,” is one way that security teams can identify similarities between novel files and confirmed threats.…
Introducing Automatic URL Categorization: Enhanced Security and Efficiency
Security administrators work hard to enhance security with detailed policy creation. At Check Point, we are constantly striving to enhance the security and efficiency of our solutions to support security teams. Our new feature, Automatic URL Categorization, helps your team…
Getting to Know Katrin Bauer
Katrin Bauer is a channel manager based in Vienna, Austria. Read on to learn more about Katrin’s career journey and story. Katrin, tell us a bit about your background and role at Check Point. What does your day-to-day look like as…
Unmasking Styx Stealer: How a Hacker’s Slip Led to an Intelligence Treasure Trove and their Big Reveal
Key Takeaways Check Point Research (CPR) recently uncovered Styx Stealer, a new malware capable of stealing browser data, instant messenger sessions from Telegram and Discord, and cryptocurrency. The developer of Styx Stealer was found to be linked to one of…
Simplify Your Data Center Security with Check Point’s Managed Firewall-as-a-Service (MFaaS)
As the digital environment rapidly changes, colocation data centers need to be managed and secured more than ever. The increasing complexity of cyber threats and the need for seamless scalability demand advanced solutions that can keep pace with organizational growth.…
Server-Side Template Injection: A Critical Vulnerability Threatening Web Applications
Summary : High Prevalence and Impact: Over the past three months, an average of 1 out of every 16 organizations faced SSTI attacks weekly, with the Retail/Wholesale and Finance/Banking sectors being the most affected. Severe Risks: SSTI vulnerabilities can lead…
Check Point Research Warns Every Day is a School Day for Cyber Criminals with the Education Sector as the Top Target in 2024
Highlights The Education sector has been the most targeted industry this year to date, with an average of 3,086 attacks per organization per week, marking a 37% increase compared to 2023 The APAC region has witnessed the greatest number of…
Hacktivism’s Role in Political Conflict: The Renewed Campaign of #OpVenezuela
Venezuela is currently facing significant political unrest following the July 28th, 2024, presidential election. Nicolás Maduro was declared the winner, securing a third term in office. However, the opposition claims that substantial evidence indicates the election was fraudulent, with claims…