Cybersecurity

New NKAbuse Malware Exploits NKN Blockchain Tech for DDoS Attacks

Dec 15, 2023NewsroomBlockchain / Internet of Things A novel multi-platform threat called NKAbuse has been discovered using a decentralized, peer-to-peer network connectivity protocol known as NKN (short for New Kind of Network) as a communications channel. “The malware utilizes NKN technology for data exchange between peers, functioning as a potent implant, and equipped with both […]

DJing

Oneohtrix Point Never shares ‘Nightmare Paint Video’ as NTS show hits last edition tonight | Juno Daily

Final ‘blowout’ of Daniel Lapotin’s chat and and music show is tonight at 10pm UK time A still from the ‘Nightmare Paint’ promo Oneohtrix Point Never has shared an Andrew Norman Wilson-directed video for ‘Nightmare Paint‘ from his recently released new album Again. The disorienting visual portrays a cryptic disassembly line of sorts, where a […]

Data Center

What is logical volume management (LVM)? | Definition from TechTarget

What is logical volume management (LVM)? Logical volume management (LVM) is a form of storage virtualization that offers system administrators a more flexible approach to managing disk storage space than traditional partitioning. This type of virtualization tool is located within the device-driver stack on the operating system. Logical volume management in Linux with an example […]

Cybersecurity

116 Malware Packages Found on PyPI Repository Infecting Windows and Linux Systems

Dec 14, 2023NewsroomMalware / Supply Chain Attack Cybersecurity researchers have identified a set of 116 malicious packages on the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository that are designed to infect Windows and Linux systems with a custom backdoor. “In some cases, the final payload is a variant of the infamous W4SP Stealer, or a simple clipboard […]

Cybersecurity

New Pierogi++ Malware by Gaza Cyber Gang Targeting Palestinian Entities

Dec 14, 2023NewsroomMalware / Threat Analysis A pro-Hamas threat actor known as Gaza Cyber Gang is targeting Palestinian entities using an updated version of a backdoor dubbed Pierogi. The findings come from SentinelOne, which has given the malware the name Pierogi++ owing to the fact that it’s implemented in the C++ programming language unlike its […]

Cybersecurity

Iranian State-Sponsored OilRig Group Deploys 3 New Malware Downloaders

Dec 14, 2023NewsroomMalware / Cyber Espionage The Iranian state-sponsored threat actor known as OilRig deployed three different downloader malware throughout 2022 to maintain persistent access to victim organizations located in Israel. The three new downloaders have been named ODAgent, OilCheck, and OilBooster by Slovak cybersecurity company ESET. The attacks also involved the use of an […]