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It’s here! The news security teams have been waiting for: ANY.RUN now fully supports Android OS in its interactive sandbox!  Now, you can investigate Android malware in a real ARM-based sandbox, exactly as it would behave on an actual mobile device. No more blind spots or unreliable analysis.  With this release, ANY.RUN allows SOC teams, […]

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ANY.RUN sandbox just got even more powerful thanks to a new pre-installed development software set in its virtual machines (VMs).  Building on our existing pre-installed sets, we’re introducing this new option to give researchers even more flexibility and advanced tools for analyzing highly specific and complex malware inside the sandbox.  With this update, before launching an analysis session, users […]

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, offering unprecedented advancements in automation, communication, and cybersecurity. However, as AI models grow more sophisticated, they also introduce new threats. Discussions about AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) and superintelligence often dominate public discourse, but immediate risks demand urgent attention.   This article explores three major AI threats: AI-powered […]

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Cybercriminals are constantly refining their methods to stay one step ahead of security defenses. One of their key tactics is evasion, a set of techniques designed to hide malicious activity, bypass detection, and make investigations much more difficult for security teams.  Over time, attackers have developed countless evasion techniques, and they continue to evolve as […]

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How can security teams effectively monitor evolving attacks and stay ahead of constantly shifting attacker infrastructure? We spoke with a chief information security officer at a transport company about how they use subscriptions to Search Updates in Threat Intelligence Lookup to tackle this challenge.  Here’s what we learned.  Company Info  Without getting into any specifics, […]

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Hey, cybersecurity enthusiasts!  February brought major enhancements to ANY.RUN, improving threat intelligence, detection capabilities, and overall user experience.  With the launch of Threat Intelligence Reports, security professionals now have access to detailed, expert-driven analyses of cyber threats, malware, and APT activities. We also introduced a redesigned website, making navigation more intuitive and structured.  On the […]

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Threat Intelligence Feeds from ANY.RUN provide a continuously-updated stream of the latest indicators of compromise. They enable SOC teams to quickly detect and mitigate attacks, including emerging malware and persistent threats. But how do ANY.RUN’s feeds get enriched with fresh and, most importantly, unique indicators? Let’s find out. About ANY.RUN’s Threat Intelligence Feeds ANY.RUN’s Threat […]

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If you are a student, you might be several years away from getting a degree and a profession – and about a month away from becoming a malware analyst. The latter is made possible by ANY.RUN’s Security Training Lab. There is no point in advertising a career in cybersecurity nowadays. Money talks louder: ransom sums, […]

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Network traffic analysis is one of the most effective ways to detect and investigate malware infections. By analyzing communication patterns, researchers and security teams can uncover signs of malicious activity, such as command-and-control (C2) connections, data exfiltration, or DDoS attacks.  In this guide, we’ll explore how traffic analysis helps detect malware, the key tools used […]

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Phishing kits have invested greatly in the popularity of phishing. They drop the entry threshold for cybercriminals enabling even low-skilled hackers to conduct successful attacks.   In general, a phishing kit is a set of tools for creating convincing fake webpages, sites, or emails that trick users into divulging sensitive information like passwords or credit […]

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Editor’s note: The current article is authored by Mauro Eldritch, offensive security expert and threat intelligence analyst. You can find Mauro on X.  From December 20 to 24, 2024, the Quetzal Team identified a phishing campaign targeting the cryptocurrency and fintech sectors. This campaign aimed to distribute a newly discovered stealer malware, which we have […]

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ANY.RUN proudly presents Threat Intelligence Reports: investigative reports on cyber threats and attacks focused on delivering actionable insights to security professionals and decision makers.    Manually composed by our experienced analysts, the Reports provide data for threat monitoring and detection, incident mitigation and response, R&D, education, strategic planning and compliance.  These detailed attack overviews are based […]

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Advanced persistent threats (APTs) stand out as one of the most formidable challenges for businesses in the cybersecurity landscape. These threats can cause irreparable damage, leading to financial losses, data breaches, and reputational harm.  APTs are defined as sophisticated targeted attacks typically conducted by highly funded adversaries: national agencies, state-sponsored groups, organized crime groups, corporate […]

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Recently we had a chance to sit down for a chat with the Head of Cybersecurity at an investment bank. An hour-long conversation gave a sneak peek into the work of their cybersec team, challenges they face, and the use of ANY.RUN’s Interactive Sandbox.   Here’s what we learned.  Company and Team Overview  We’re an investment […]

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Phishing attempts, malicious redirects, and hidden malware can lurk in seemingly harmless links, putting your company’s data and systems at risk. To streamline threat detection and response, ANY.RUN has upgraded its browser extension, making the Safebrowsing feature free for all users.  How Safebrowsing Works in ANY.RUN’s Extension  Safebrowsing from ANY.RUN provides a fully functional browser, allowing users to […]

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Less than a month after its launch, DeepSeek has already shaken up the industry, caused NVidia’s stock to shed $600 billion, and sparked political controversy.   Now, the AI company is dealing with the consequences of major cyber attacks. As of February 5, DeepSeek is still having trouble letting new users join.   Let’s review the entire […]

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Hello, cybersecurity enthusiasts!  January may often feel like a slow month, but at ANY.RUN, we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, focusing on system and threat coverage updates.  As the new year kicked off, our team dived straight into fine-tuning the platform, optimizing performance, and strengthening detection capabilities.  Now that February is here, let’s […]

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Our cyber threat analysts detected and explored a number of malware campaigns this January. Here are the three most dangerous attacks dissected with the aid of ANY.RUN’s Interactive Sandbox and Threat Intelligence Lookup.  Fake YouTube links redirect users to phishing pages  Original post on X  Using the Uniform Resource Identifier authority (URI), phishers obfuscate links […]

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Ransomware attacks have become a relentless threat to the healthcare sector, exposing sensitive patient data, disrupting life-saving treatments, and placing lives at risk. With healthcare systems underfunded and critical infrastructure vulnerable, cybercriminals find this sector an easy and lucrative target.  In recent years, ransomware attacks have not only caused financial losses but have also shaken […]

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Lost documents, stolen code, exposed customer data, and a falling stock price are all common consequences of just one click on a ransomware file. To avoid this problem, you need proper security tools and, most importantly, knowledge of how ransomware attacks are carried out.  This quick guide will explain how ransomware works and the simple […]

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