Cybersecurity blog posts
New Java exploit to debut in BlackHole exploit kits
Published July 09, 2012
Brian Krebs over at KrebsOnSecurity.com has just issued a warning regarding a new Java exploit, powered by The Blackhole Exploit Kit. It is very important to make sure your Java is constantly up-to-date and patched since it is one of the most common vulnerabilities related to malicious attacks. For more details, you can check out Brian Krebs' original post on the Java exploit We here at New River… Read more
Fighting cybercrime
Published June 26, 2012
I recently stumbled across a fantastic article written by Marcin Kleczynsk that I’d like to share with our readers. Mr. Kleczynsk is the CEO of Malwarebytes, a provider of highly effective, award winning anti-malware solutions. To read the full article check out Mr. Kleczynsk's Fighting cybercrime: How to avoid malware and other computer viruses Read more
DNS Check Tools
Published June 11, 2012
Time is running out! It’s VERY important to make sure your computers aren’t infected with the DNSChanger malware before the government shuts down the temporary servers. It’s easy to check and it only takes a few seconds. There are plenty of utilities available, and while The DNSChanger Working Group has an extensive list of sites which will check for problems, F-Secure Labs also has… Read more
Basic anti-virus vs multi-functional anti-virus
Published May 23, 2012
Are your computers adequately protected? If your answer is along the lines of “I have installed AV (free or paid), and now I don’t have to worry about security anymore”—then I’m afraid you are wrong. There are no 100% effective anti-virus solutions that excuse the need for consumers and businesses alike to take responsibility for their own protection. The most effective way of… Read more