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Quantum computing in the telecom sector and more cybersecurity trends

Wed, 26th Jun 2019
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According to a new report, quantum computing will be a destabiliser for the telecom sector, making PKI obsolete in the near future.
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Europol, FBI, Bitdefender team up on ransomware decryptor

Tue, 18th Jun 2019
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The decryptor neutralises the latest versions of GandCrab – the most prolific families of file-encrypting malware to date.
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40 million more likely affected by massive Facebook data leak - Bitdefender

Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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Facebook admits nearly 90 million users affected by data breach; Bitdefender warns the number could rise to 130 million as hackers exploit flaws.
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Hackers using spearphishing to target banks –Bitdefender

Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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To limit the risk of being discovered, attackers operated outside of normal business hours and cashout operations were planned for weekends.
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Forrester names Bitdefender leader in endpoint security

Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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Bitdefender has been named a leader in endpoint security by Forrester, with top scores for platform support, product roadmap, and licensing partner presence.
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Bitdefender unravels the mystery of the Zacinlo adware

Wed, 20th Jun 2018
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The Zacinlo malware, which Bitdefender classes as an advanced strain of spyware, has been operating covertly since 2012.
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Workplace culture: The first line of infosec defence

Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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A company's greatest data security threat isn't tech-related; it's a lax workplace culture. Here are four essential steps to fortify your organisation.
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Why antivirus peace of mind doesn't have to cost you… anything

Thu, 24th May 2018
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Bitdefender Antivirus Free offers robust, real-time protection against the latest threats, keeping your PC secure without costing you a penny.
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Why security suites are ousting traditional antivirus programs

Wed, 23rd May 2018
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In recent years, user privacy and security have become paramount, while criminals attempt to coerce, steal and manipulate users for their data.
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Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device

Tue, 22nd May 2018
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Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.
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Data centres beware: New report predicts imminent attacks

Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Cryptomining is increasingly outdoing ransomware in popularity but cybercriminals are running out of CPU, painting data centres as prime targets.
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Bitdefender and NETGEAR partner to bring IoT security to customers

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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This joint offering will secure IoT devices at the WiFi router level, preventing attacks and protecting sensitive user data from cybercriminals.
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2017's threat landscape report shows ransomware epidemic

Thu, 30th Nov 2017
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Cyberthreats have changed significantly in 2017 - Bitdefender's annual report shows one in six spam emails now contain some form of ransomware.
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Bitdefender releases new EDR security solution to achieve 'holy grail' of protection

Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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XDR uses a combination of firewall and patch management abilities and it is able to block threats at pre-execution.
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KONNI Remote Access Trojan linked to attacks on North Korean affairs

Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Cylance have linked the KONNI Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that is targeting North Korean affairs to the DarkHotel threat actors.
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Bitdefender creates decryption tool for Bart ransomware victims

Tue, 9th May 2017
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Help is at hand for victims of the Bart ransomware, after Bitdefender released a decryption tool that works for all variants.
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Bitdefender discovers new Mac malware on the scene

Fri, 17th Feb 2017
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Another notorious Mac malware has popped up on the scene. Xagent can rob users of passwords, iPhone backup data and take screenshots.
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Security is important for data center operators across the globe, says exec

Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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Bitdefender receives VMware ready status for its GravityZone solution, enabling agentless scanning for guest VMs.
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Bitdefender keeps ahead of the race with new cybersecurity tools

Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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Bitdefender 2017 will be launched for Windows, Mac & Android devices, with a number of new features including a cloud and machine learning algorithms.
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New backdoor malware targeting Mac devices

Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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Apple users beware: New 'Backdoor.MAC.Eleanor' malware offers hackers full system control, posing as a benign file converter.