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Zscaler reports spike in malware families abusing SSL/TLS encryption as part of infection chain
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Zscaler reports spike in malware families abusing SSL/TLS encryption as part of infection chain

Cyber attacks that use two common forms of encryption are on the rise, with the amount of malicious content doubling in the last six months alone.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Aug 2017
Petya ransomworm's rapid spread: What the experts know right now
Malware

Petya ransomworm's rapid spread: What the experts know right now

The Petya ransomware uses the EternalBlue exploit to not only infect files, but an entire system's drive. We get the latest from the experts.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination
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In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination

Does it make you WannaCry? Experts from around the world comment on the ransomware's deadly attacks over the weekend, & if there's a way to stop it.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017
Malwarebytes creates new VP roles to steer marketing growth
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Malwarebytes creates new VP roles to steer marketing growth

Malwarebytes has filled two brand new roles in marketing and growth as the company makes headway in the global security space.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017
IObit & Malwarebytes spat continues as 'legitimate' program is blacklisted as PUP
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IObit & Malwarebytes spat continues as 'legitimate' program is blacklisted as PUP

IObit criticises Malwarebytes for flagging its Advanced SystemCare as a PUP without warning; tension has existed between the companies since 2010.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
Malwarebytes buys Saferbytes in move to snap up self-learning tech
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Malwarebytes buys Saferbytes in move to snap up self-learning tech

Global anti-malware heavyweight Malwarebytes has acquired Italian cybersecurity startup Saferbytes for an undisclosed amount.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Malwarebytes makes intentions clear for ANZ channel with new execs
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Malwarebytes makes intentions clear for ANZ channel with new execs

Malwarebytes bolsters its ANZ cybersecurity front, hiring seasoned IT pros Cook and Uberoy to lead expansion efforts.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
New Asia Pacific chief as Malwarebytes continues global expansion
Cybersecurity

New Asia Pacific chief as Malwarebytes continues global expansion

Malwarebytes appoints Jeff Hurmuses as Asia Pacific vice president, aiming to mirror its EMEA success by expanding in Australia, India, and beyond.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Sep 2016

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Malwarebytes launches inaugural channel partner incentive competition
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Malwarebytes launches inaugural channel partner incentive competition

​Malwarebytes recently announced the launch of its once in a lifetime channel partner incentive competition for Australian partners.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2017
Malwarebytes “100% committed to channel” - signs distie deal with Orca Tech
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Malwarebytes “100% committed to channel” - signs distie deal with Orca Tech

​Malwarebytes today announced a new partnership with Sydney-based Orca Tech to distribute its products in Australia.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2017