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Check Point Research is warning of a new variant of Phorpiex, a botnet known for sextortion and crypto-jacking.

Formbook, Emotet, and Trickbot take the top three spots in November's list from the Check Point Software threat intelligence arm.

There is potential for increased ransomware attacks due to new Emotet samples spreading through Trickbot, according to Check Point Research.

Check Point Software Technologies has been recognized as a Major Player by IDC in the worldwide modern endpoint security market.

Flaws in smartphone chip used in 37% of world's smartphones could enable eavesdropping or hiding malicious code, says Check Point Research.

Coronavirus is responsible for the increase in hacker appetite, as shoppers rely more on e-shopping this year to practice social distancing.

Check Point Software Technologies has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls for the 22nd time.

Scammers are using Google Ads to steal cryptocurrency, with over $500k worth stolen in just a few days, according to Check Point Research.

CPR observed a concerning increase of various malware impacting New Zealanders, with 16 additional malware families tied at tenth place for the month.

Cyberattacks on organizations worldwide surged 40% in 2021, with September breaking records for weekly attacks, according to Check Point Software.

Alkira and Check Point form technology alliance to offer Check Point's CloudGuard firewalls in Alkira's Cloud Network infrastructure.

Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.

Organisations can modernise legacy solutions with email security as-a-service and protect cloud email and collaboration suites from sophisticated attacks.

Australia's largest listed cybersecurity company, Tesserent, expands to New Zealand, creating a new entity and appointing new senior leadership in the region.

Surge in fake vaccination certificate sellers on Telegram, with Check Point Research reporting a 257% increase. Prices dropping to as low as $100.

The report found increasing instances of ransomware victims experiencing multiple breach events, as well as a rise in the average ransom payment.

Global cyber attacks have increased by 29% in the last six months, as hackers continue to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic.

New malware strain targets MacOS users, stealing information. Hackers can buy licenses for $49 on the Darknet. Spoofed emails used to trick victims.

Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.

SonicWall warns customers of ransomware campaign on legacy firmware, urging them to disconnect devices from the network immediately.