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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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The growing dependence on digital technology of modern businesses makes them vulnerable to cyber threats. For three years in a row, manufacturing has stayed the sector most targeted by cyberattacks, IBM reports. Industrial companies suffered from more than 25% of security incidents recorded last year, the majority of them being ransomware attacks. Investing in comprehensive […]

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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. Recently, during October and November, we observed a rise in North Korean activity employing a well-known and distinctive technique: staging job interview processes to spread multiple malware families. This signature technique was […]

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2024 has been an eventful year in the world of cybersecurity, with new trends emerging and malware families evolving at an alarming rate. Our analysis highlights the most prevalent malware families, types, and TTPs of the year, giving you a snapshot of the changing threat landscape.  This report is based on the analysis of 4,001,036 […]

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Every ticking second is a chance for cyber threats to creep in.  For businesses, the stakes couldn’t be higher. One malicious email opened by an employee, and the malware can spread across office computers faster than mushrooms after rain. The consequences? Lost data, financial damage, and a hit to your company’s reputation.  To stop these […]

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Pivoting in cyber threat intelligence refers to using one piece of data to find and explore related information and expand your understanding of a threat. It lets you discover hidden connections between indicators of compromise and find potential vulnerabilities before they are exploited.   Why pivoting matters  Cyber threat intelligence concentrates on indicators of compromise, IOCs. […]

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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on June 11, 2024, and updated on January 9, 2025. The ANY.RUN Threat Intelligence Feeds provide data on the known indicators of compromise: malicious IPs, URLs, domains, files, and ports.    The data is collected and pre-processed from public malware and phishing samples analyzed by our community of […]

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As we wrap up 2024, let’s take a moment to reflect on what an incredible year it’s been for ANY.RUN. Together, we’ve achieved so much: breaking barriers, improving tools, and working side by side with you, our amazing community of cybersecurity heroes.  From big product launches to small tweaks that make a huge difference, everything […]

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