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Kaspersky products proved absolute anti-ransomware effectiveness in regular AV-TEST examination

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Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business, Kaspersky Small Office Security and Kaspersky Standard passed the regular Advanced Threat Protection assessments held by AV-TEST. In the testing, all three products demonstrated complete protection against ransomware in 10 different real-life attack scenarios.

Kaspersky products proved absolute anti-ransomware effectiveness in regular AV-TEST examination

In 2022, Kaspersky solutions detected over 74.2 million attempted ransomware attacks which was 20% more than in 2021. Although law enforcement agencies globally have succeeded in disrupting APT groups such as HIVE and Emotet, malware and malicious code created by the threat actors remain in circulation. As a result, other groups can now modify the rogue code to develop new malware, making it more sophisticated and better targeted. 

In August 2023, AV-TEST examined 33 corporate and customer cybersecurity products in 10 real-life scenarios including five ransomware and five data stealer attacks. The test was made even more complicated for vendors because some malware samples were written in the Rust programming language. Rust gives attackers an advantage of high processing speed, as well as a possibility to perform multiple operations in parallel and evade statistical analysis of many malware detection systems. 

Three Kaspersky products – Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business and Kaspersky Small Office Security for corporate users, and Kaspersky Standard for consumers were examined in the test. They gained 30 out of possible 30 points and earned the certificates: “Advanced Approved Endpoint Protection” for business security solutions and “Advanced Certified” for consumer product. 

Kaspersky solutions constantly prove their anti-ransomware effectiveness. This year, for example, in February, April  and June Advanced Threat Protection tests by AV-TEST Kaspersky received perfect scores. Previously, Kaspersky also demonstrated the highest quality of protection against complex threats in various tests in February, April, August, October and December of 2022, November of 2021, as well as in the complex research in June-August 2021.

“In 10 scenarios of the August test round, the attackers deployed a variety of techniques, such as DNS TXT Record, encrypted connections,…

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Kaspersky reports growth in gamer cyberattacks in 2023, ETCIO SEA

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The global gaming community, which currently accounts for nearly half of the world’s population, has found itself increasingly under fire by cybercriminals, according to a comprehensive investigation by Kaspersky. In the period spanning from July 2022 to July 2023, the cybersecurity company discovered the growing vulnerability of the gaming user base. Cybercriminals exploited this vast community to access personal data, launching a range of attacks, including web vulnerabilities, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, cryptocurrency mining, and complex Trojan or phishing campaigns.

In the period from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2023, Kaspersky’s solutions detected a substantial 4,076,530 attempts to download 30,684 unique files masked as popular games, mods, cheats, and other game-related software. These incidents affected 192,456 users worldwide. These files – primarily classified as unwanted software and often labeled as not-a-virus:Downloader (89.70%), – are not innately perilous, but they are capable of downloading various other programs, even malicious ones, onto the user’s device. Adware (5.25%) and Trojans (2.39%) were also noteworthy threats to desktop gamers.

Minecraft emerged as the favored target among cybercriminals, responsible for triggering 70.29% of all alerts. The threats using Minecraft as bait impacted 130,619 players across the globe during the reporting period. Roblox was the second most targeted game title, contributing to 20.37% of all alerts affecting 30,367 users. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (4.78%), PUBG (2.85%), Hogwarts Legacy (0.60%), DOTA 2 (0.45%), and League of Legends (0.31%) were also among the prominent games subjected to cyber threats.

The mobile gaming community, which, according to the Newzoo 2023 report consists of over three billion gamers, or nearly 40% of the world’s population, is characterized by its significant growth and accessibility, and has become an enticing target for cybercriminals. Between July 1, 2022, and July 1, 2023, Kaspersky documented 436,786 attempts to infect mobile devices, impacting 84,539 users.

Various game titles were employed as bait to target mobile…

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Kaspersky Reveals Alarming IoT Threats and Dark Web DDoS Boom

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The cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky have unveiled alarming statistics about the expanding cybercrime economy on the dark web.

Key Findings:

  1. DDoS Demand Soars: Kaspersky’s analysts discovered over 700 dark web ads for DDoS attack services in H1 2023, highlighting the escalating demand among hackers.
  2. Cost of DDoS Services: Rates for DDoS attack services on the dark web ranged from $20 per day to $10,000 per month, with an average cost of $63.50 per day or $1,350 per month.
  3. IoT Malware Evolution: Fierce competition among cybercriminals has driven the development of IoT malware, with features designed to thwart rival malware, including firewall rules and process terminations.
  4. Brute-Force Attacks Prevalent: Brute-forcing weak passwords remains the primary method for compromising IoT devices, with 97.91% of attacks focusing on Telnet, compared to 2.09% on SSH.
  5. Global Attack Landscape: While China, India, and the United States were the primary targets of IoT attacks, China, Pakistan, and Russia emerged as the most active attackers, highlighting the global reach of cyber threats.

The Internet of Things (IoT) landscape is under siege, with a growing underground economy centered around IoT-related services, particularly for Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, according to a recent report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky.

The study delves into the evolving threats targeting the IoT sector, shedding light on the modus operandi of cybercriminals and the alarming prevalence of malware types.

IoT devices are poised to surpass a staggering 29 billion by 2030, making them an attractive target for cybercriminals. Kaspersky’s research presents crucial insights into dark web activities, prevalent malware strains, and the tactics employed by hackers.

While DDoS protection and mitigation services are utilizing all available resources to secure their clients’ infrastructure; DDoS attacks orchestrated through IoT botnets are experiencing a surge in demand within the cybercriminal community. Kaspersky’s Digital Footprint Intelligence service analysts unearthed over 700 ads for DDoS attack services on various dark web forums in the first half of…

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Ransomware Protection Market Size to 2023-2030 By Key Players-Mcafee, Llc, Ao Kaspersky Lab, Bitdefender – The Knox Student

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Several important driving forces are responsible for the Ransomware Protection Market expansion. First and foremost, the sector has undergone a revolution thanks to quick technology breakthroughs, which have made it possible to create new goods and services. Demand has also increased as a result of changing consumer preferences and rising consumer awareness of Ransomware Protection . Additionally, supportive policies and favorable government laws have encouraged industry growth and investment. Access to new Markets and clientele has also been made easier through smart alliances and partnerships within the sector. These elements are working together to drive the Ransomware Protection Market to new heights, and the outlook is positive for continued expansion over the next few years.

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In the coming years, the global Ransomware Protection Market is set to experience steady growth, driven by a combination of continuous technological advancements, growing environmental awareness, and the rising need for streamlined operations. To seize the evolving market opportunities, industry players are anticipated to concentrate on product innovation, strategic collaborations, and geographical expansion.

The research study includes profiles of leading companies operating in the Ransomware Protection Market :

  • Mcafee
  • Llc
  • Ao Kaspersky Lab
  • Bitdefender
  • Fireeye
  • Inc
  • Malwarebytes
  • Sentinelone
  • Sophos Ltd
  • Symantec Corporation
  • Trend Micro Incorporated
  • Zscaler
  • Inc

This Ransomware Protection Market report reveals several key market methods that may assist businesses in leveraging their…

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