Comments on: Why relying on antivirus signatures is simply not enough anymore

By: Managed ‘Russian ransomware’ as a service spotted in the wild | Webroot Threat Blog - Internet Security Threat Updates from Around the World

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:03:27 +0000

[...] efficiently convert the traffic into ransomware-infected hosts, the source code of the ransomware, managed crypting of the actual binaries, money laundering tips for the fraudulently obtained funds, as well as instructions on how to [...]

By: A peek inside a (cracked) commercially available RAT (Remote Access Tool) | Webroot Threat Blog - Internet Security Threat Updates from Around the World

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:32:20 +0000

[...] taking advantage of today’s managed malware crypting services to ensure that the actual payload remains undetected before it is distributed to the [...]

By: New DIY IRC-based DDoS bot spotted in the wild | Webroot Threat Blog - Internet Security Threat Updates from Around the World

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:20:23 +0000

[...] and adaptation to the ubiquitous endpoint protection mechanisms, such as for instance, signatures-based antivirus scanning, the cybercrime ecosystem is currently enjoying the monetary joys of its mature [...]

By: Research: 80% of Carberp infected computers had antivirus software installed | Teckat - Technology blog

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:39:00 +0000

[...] the findings of this study a trend or a fad? Sadly, the cybercriminals’ ability to bypass antivirus protection is an emerging trend within the cybercrime ecosystem, rendering popular antivirus solutions [...]

By: DIY malware cryptor as a Web service spotted in the wild | Webroot Threat Blog - Internet Security Threat Updates from Around the World

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 08:27:03 +0000

[...] basis, it’s fairly logical to conclude that over the years, the bad guys have adapted to signature-based antivirus scanning protection mechanisms, and have achieved disturbing levels of automation and efficiency. How do [...]

By: Is the death knell sounding for traditional antivirus? | TechRepublic

Is the death knell sounding for traditional antivirus? | TechRepublic — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:41:03 +0000

[...] that’s not bad enough, earlier this year Dancho Danchev penned an interesting blog for WebRoot, pointing out when it comes to obfuscating malcode, malware developers are hard at [...]

By: Research: 80% of Carberp infected computers had antivirus software installed | Stop Spam Tips

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 03:14:11 +0000

By: Pioneering Solutions - Research: 80% of Carberp infected computers had antivirus software installed

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 21:42:53 +0000

By: 117,000 unique U.S visitors offered for malware conversion « Webroot Threat Blog

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 12:42:16 +0000

[...] 2012 it’s becoming increasingly common for cybercriminals to apply basic quality assurance (QA) tactics to their campaigns. Next to QA, they also emphasize on campaign optimization strategies [...]

By: Cybercriminals infiltrate the music industry by offering full newly released albums for just $1 « Webroot Threat Blog

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 20:05:48 +0000

[...] email databases, boutique cybercrime-friendly services, services offering access to hacked PCs, managed malware crypting on demand, and managed email hacking as as service, the cybercrime ecosystem is also a thriving marketplace [...]