Source Name: Quick Heal Technologies (P) Ltd
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Quick Heal Reports Increased Incidents of the CryptoWall Ransomware Infection for Quarter 3
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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India The Quick Heal Security Threat Report for the third quarter of 2014 (July -September) has been released. The threat report lists out the top Windows and Android malware that were found dominant in this quarter. It also includes the upcoming malware trends that Netizens can expect in the coming days.The report provides an insightful look into the recently discovered security bug called ShellShock, a.k.a the Bash Bug. It also imparts some useful tips on safe online shopping while using Android mobile devices.
Key findings of Quick Heal Q3 Threat Report for Android:
Key findings of Quick Heal Q3 Threat Report for Windows: Almost 5% of detected malware samples, or around 650,000 samples, were of the infamous Kido worm. This shows that there are several machines still running the now obsolete Windows XP.
The Q3 threat report vouches for the fact that Android malware threats are only increasing in numbers, and same goes with the Windows platform. Windows XP is still in use and it could be only a matter of time before attackers launch a full blown attack against systems running on this obsolete OS. The threat landscape in this quarter also saw some new types of attack vectors such as Malvertising and Bad USB vulnerability. While IT security technology can help users avoid cyber attacks, it cannot replace basic cyber awareness. A reliable security solution when coupled with education can go a long way into making our digital space safe and enriching.
About Quick Heal Technologies (P) Ltd: Quick Heal Technologies Pvt. Ltd., founded in 1993, is a leading IT security solutions provider and an ISO 9001 certified company. Over a span of 21 years the company's R&D has focused on endpoint and network security solutions. Quick Heal has partnered with Microsoft and Intel. The products are internationally certified by ICSA Labs, AV-Test, West Coast Labs UK and more. The company has global offices in UAE, US, Japan, and Kenya. It has a well-connected network of 15000 plus channel partners in more than 60 countries worldwide. Quick Heal Technologies employs more than 1100 people across 31 branches in the country. |