Preparing for new DDoS techniques: Mitigating the inevitable attack

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | March 15, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Preparing for new DDoS techniques: Mitigating the inevitable attack Choosing the best web fraud detection system for your company Even with rise in crypto-ransomware, majority do not pay Why have macro malware authors moved toward using OLE technology? How does auto-rooting malware LevelDropper gain device root access? EXPERT ADVICE Preparing for new DDoS techniques: Mitigating the inevitable attack Attackers are using DDoS techniques that focus on IoT and IPv6. Learn how to build a response plan, select mitigation solutions and recover from an attack.   Choosing the best web fraud detection system for your company This guide explains the technology and the key features an effective system should include to help readers evaluate fraud detection products and choose the best for their company.   Even with rise in crypto-ransomware, majority do not pay With data increasingly held hostage, companies are learning the downside of encryption and cryptocurrency. As some organizations admit to paying ransoms, will the problem get worse?   Why have macro malware authors moved toward using OLE technology? Threat actors are moving from macro malware to using OLE technology to spread their malicious code. Expert Michael Cobb explains what enterprises should look out for.   How does auto-rooting malware LevelDropper gain device root access? Auto-rooting app LevelDropper has the ability to silently root devices and gain system level privileges. Expert Michael Cobb explains how to detect and stop it.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.