Symantec Enterprise Cloud Insights: Type-Specific Updates

Symantec Enterprise Cloud Updates by Year and Month

165 Significant Changes from the Last 6 Months

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14-04-2025 Symantec Shields Users from PelDox Ransomware’s Deceptive Tactics Company News Symantec protects against PelDox ransomware, which tricks victims into paying for fake file protection via Telegram. Unlike typical ransomware, PelDox falsely claims to safeguard files while encrypting them with a .lczx extension. Symantec’s advanced detection blocks these threats across endpoints.
14-04-2025 Symantec Endpoint Protection Blocks 7.5M Web Threats in One Week Company News Symantec Endpoint Protection and Browser Extensions safeguarded 180.7K devices, stopping 7.5 million attacks, including phishing and malware, in just seven days. Using URL reputation and intrusion prevention, it ensures robust cybersecurity.
14-04-2025 Symantec Shields Against Pulsar RAT Malware with Advanced Defenses Company News Symantec offers robust protection against Pulsar RAT, a new malware stealing sensitive data like passwords and cryptocurrency wallets. Its tools, including SONAR and machine learning, detect and block this threat effectively. VMware Carbon Black also stops Pulsar RAT using strict policies.
14-04-2025 ZeroTrace Stealer Malware Targets Sensitive Data: Symantec Offers Robust Protection Showcase ZeroTrace Stealer, a new C#-based infostealing malware, threatens credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and more, spreading through underground forums. Symantec's advanced threat protection, including behavior-based and machine learning detection, safeguards users from this emerging cyberthreat.
11-04-2025 Symantec Warns of Chaos Ransomware Targeting IT Teams with Fake Security Tools Company News Symantec has identified a Chaos ransomware variant, disguised as a fake Acunetix software activator, targeting IT professionals like AppSec and Blue Teams. The malware encrypts files, demanding $900 in cryptocurrency for access. Symantec’s solutions, alongside VMware Carbon Black, block this growing cyber threat. Visit Broadcom’s Security Center to learn how Symantec can help protect your organization.
11-04-2025 Symantec Uncovers Shuckworm’s GammaSteel Malware Targeting Ukraine Military Mission Cybersecurity Symantec reports that the Russia-linked Shuckworm group used an updated GammaSteel malware to attack a Western military mission in Ukraine. GammaSteel steals sensitive data, spreading through infected USB drives and using tools like Tor for secrecy. The campaign shows increased sophistication in evading detection. Visit Symantec’s blog to learn how to protect against GammaSteel threats.
11-04-2025 Symantec Shields Against NanoCrypt Ransomware Threat Company News Symantec has detected NanoCrypt, a new ransomware that locks files and adds .ncrypt to their names, initially created "for fun" but potentially harmful in real attacks. NanoCrypt leaves a ransom note claiming no malicious intent, yet cybercriminals may exploit it. Symantec’s tools, including VMware Carbon Black, block this malware effectively.
10-04-2025 Neptune RAT Malware Targets Credentials and Crypto Wallets with Advanced Features Cybersecurity Neptune RAT, a dangerous remote access Trojan, steals credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and even acts as ransomware, according to Symantec’s latest report. This highly modular malware uses plugins for persistence and evasion, posing a serious threat to users. Symantec and VMware Carbon Black offer protection through advanced detection methods.
10-04-2025 CrushFTP Vulnerability Exploited: Symantec Shields Users from Critical Threat Cybersecurity A serious flaw in CrushFTP, known as CVE-2025-31161, allows attackers to gain admin access without login, and it’s already being used in real attacks. Symantec steps in with strong protection, blocking threats like MeshAgent and TgBot using smart detection tools. This critical issue, rated 9.8, is now on CISA’s must-fix list.
10-04-2025 Symantec Blocks New Amethyst Stealer Variant from Sapphire Werewolf Attacks Company News Symantec has identified and neutralized a new Amethyst Stealer variant spread by the Sapphire Werewolf group through phishing emails posing as HR memos. The malware steals sensitive data, including credentials and documents, using advanced encryption and virtual environment checks. Symantec’s solutions, including VMware Carbon Black, provide robust protection against this threat.
09-04-2025 New Phishing Scam Uses Salary Adjustment PDF to Steal Outlook Credentials Company News A fresh phishing campaign spotted by Symantec tricks users with a “Salary Adjustment” PDF mimicking a DocuSign notice, redirecting them to an AWS-hosted fake Outlook login page. The email lures victims with a realistic design, but clicking VIEW DOCUMENT harvests their credentials for cybercrime. Symantec’s email security and file protection tools are actively blocking this threat.
08-04-2025 HollowQuill Campaign Targets Institutions with Malicious PDFs Company News The HollowQuill campaign is hitting academic and government groups globally, using fake PDFs disguised as research papers and official documents to trick users. This clever attack delivers malware through a .NET dropper, stealing sensitive data with help from tools like OneDrive and Golang shellcode. Symantec’s advanced protection, including VMware Carbon Black, blocks these threats effectively. Dive into the full report to learn how to stay safe from this growing cyber risk!
08-04-2025 EncryptHub Uses MSC Files to Deliver Malware, Symantec Responds Company News The EncryptHub group is exploiting a Microsoft Management Console flaw to spread malware like Rhadamanthys and StealC, targeting unpatched systems. Symantec’s security tools, backed by Broadcom, block these attacks using advanced detection methods. This campaign highlights the growing risk of data theft through clever file tricks. Visit the full report to learn how to keep your devices safe!
08-04-2025 Hellcat Ransomware Targets Key Sectors, Symantec Fights Back What's New The Hellcat ransomware group is hitting government, education, and energy sectors with advanced attacks, using phishing and zero-day flaws to steal and encrypt data. Symantec Adaptive Protection counters this evolving threat, blocking malicious behaviors across millions of endpoints. It tracks tactics like PowerShell payloads and data theft via SFTP, keeping organizations safe. Read the full bulletin to learn how to protect your business!
08-04-2025 Vidar Malware Poses as Sysinternals Tool, Symantec Blocks It Company News Vidar, a notorious info-stealing malware, is now disguising itself as a legitimate Microsoft Sysinternals tool to trick users and steal sensitive data like passwords and crypto wallets. Active since 2018, this variant targets browsers and cloud services, but Symantec’s security measures stop it in its tracks. VMware Carbon Black also helps by detecting and blocking these threats early. Check out the full details to keep your system secure!
08-04-2025 Next.js Flaw CVE-2025-29927 Exposes Data, Symantec Shields Users What's New A serious vulnerability in Next.js, known as CVE-2025-29927, could let attackers bypass security and access protected content through tricky web requests. Rated 9.1 for severity, this flaw has been fixed in the latest Next.js updates, but unpatched systems remain at risk. Symantec’s network protection quickly spots and stops these attacks in action. Read the full report to ensure your web defenses are up to date!
08-04-2025 GiftedCrook Malware Hits Ukraine, Symantec Steps In What's New The UAC-0226 campaign is targeting Ukraine’s military and government with phishing emails that deliver the GiftedCrook info-stealer, grabbing sensitive data like passwords and browsing history. Symantec’s security tools, including VMware Carbon Black, block this threat effectively, as noted by CERT-UA. The malware uses tricky Excel files and PowerShell scripts to sneak into systems. Explore the full report to understand this cyber threat and how to stay protected!
07-04-2025 Symantec Browser Extensions Block 6.7M Cyber Threats for Users Company News Symantec Endpoint Protection’s browser extensions stopped 6.7 million attacks last week, safeguarding 157,500 endpoints from phishing, malware, and scams. Using URL reputation and intrusion prevention, these tools protect Chrome and Edge users effectively. The Symantec Threat Intelligence team tracks and blocks threats like redirects and script injections in real time. Check out the full report to see how it keeps businesses secure!
07-04-2025 Springtail APT Targets South Korean Government with Malicious Files Company News The Springtail group, also known as Kimsuky, recently attacked South Korean government entities using deceptive emails with malicious LNK files. These files trigger downloads of harmful scripts aimed at stealing data and tracking keystrokes, as reported by Symantec. Broadcom’s security tools, including VMware Carbon Black, effectively block these threats. Read the full bulletin to learn how to protect your organization!
06-04-2025 Phishing and LINE Scams Target Rakuten Securities Users, Symantec Warns Company News Rakuten Securities users face phishing emails and LINE scams offering fake investment guidance, but Symantec is stepping up protection against these threats. Fraudsters use malicious links and bogus domains to steal credentials and lure victims into sham investment schemes.
06-04-2025 Malspam Campaign Targets Industries with ModiLoader via Fake Taiwanese Freight Emails Social Media News A new cybercrime wave uses fake logistics emails impersonating a Taiwanese freight company to deliver ModiLoader malware through malicious .SCR files. Targeting sectors like manufacturing and automotive across multiple countries, the campaign deploys threats like Remcos and Agent Tesla. Symantec’s security solutions actively block this attack.
04-04-2025 Symantec Shields Users from CrazyHunter, a New Prince Ransomware Variant Company News Symantec has rolled out protection against CrazyHunter, a fresh ransomware threat built on the Prince malware family. This Go-based variant encrypts files and leaves a ransom note, but Symantec’s advanced tools, including behavior and machine learning detection, stop it in its tracks. Learn how Broadcom’s security solutions keep your data safe from this emerging
04-04-2025 Symantec Blocks Latest Gootloader Malware Spread Through Malvertisements Company News Symantec is safeguarding users from the newest Gootloader malware, now sneaking through Google Ads disguised as legal templates like NDAs. This tricky malware lures victims with fake downloads, leading to dangerous infections. With strong protection from Symantec and VMware Carbon Black, this threat is stopped before it can harm your system.
04-04-2025 CVE-2024-4577 Malware Surge Targets APJ Region with Cobalt Strike Company News A serious security flaw, CVE-2024-4577, is back in action, hitting unpatched PHP servers in the APJ region with a malware campaign. This attack uses a tool called TaoWu from Cobalt Strike to sneak into systems and spread further. Symantec steps up with strong protection, blocking threats through VMware Carbon Black and other smart security tools, keeping your business safe from this dangerous exploit.
04-04-2025 Symantec Shields Users from RolandSkimmer Malware in Latest Threat Protection Update Company News Symantec, backed by Broadcom, is stepping up cybersecurity defense against the RolandSkimmer campaign, a sneaky credit card skimming attack uncovered by Fortinet researchers. This threat uses tricky files and browser extensions to steal financial data from unsuspecting users. Symantec’s tools, including email security and malware protection, are already blocking this danger across devices and networks.