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Harry Potter website Pottermore users 'targeted by cybercriminals'

Aug 05, 2011

Hackers are trying to take advantage of fans' impatience by selling accounts for the beta test version, at up to $100 (£60) each. The accounts are being sold on eBay, according to online security firm GFI Software. Source: The Daily Telegraph

Harry Potter hit by hi-tech conmen

Aug 05, 2011

Discovered by veteran security researcher Chris Boyd from GFI Software, the scams largely revolve around early access to the Pottermore website. Source: BBC News

Tumblr being used as scamming launchpad

Jul 11, 2011

GFI Software has spotted several hundred Tumblr microblogging accounts being misused as a fraud and scamming launchpad. Source: InfoSecurity

Microsoft yanks security site search

Jul 11, 2011

GFI's Alex Eckelberry said that searches using terms like "sex," "porn," "girl" and "streaming" on the Microsoft security site search were returning links to pornographic websites. Source: Computerworld

Massive Phishing Attack in Progress on Tumblr

Jun 28, 2011

The current phishing attack uses Tumblr accounts that had been compromised previously and are being used as platforms to serve visitors with a fake login page that claims to be a gateway to age-restricted adult content, according to researchers Christopher Boyd and Jovi Umawing of GFI Labs. Source: Threatpost

Aggressive Phishing Attacks Target Tumblr Users

Jun 28, 2011

Security researchers warn about new phishing attacks targeting Tumblr users that have already compromised thousands of accounts. Source: Softpedia

Massive Phishing Attack Hits Tumblr

Jun 28, 2011

As described in the GFI Labs Blog, users of the Tumblr microblogging service have been hit hard over the last few days with a phishing attack that steals user credentials. Source: PC Magazine Blogs

Tumblr user credentials harvested via phishing campaigns

Jun 28, 2011

An attack that stole user credentials of over 8,000 Tumblr users has been detected and named as one of 'the largest and most successful phishing attacks of its kind to date'. Source: SC Magazine

How To Transform Your Business After Losing 40 Percent Of Sales

Jun 27, 2011

Net Sciences initially tried Level Platforms and Zenith Infotech as its managed services platform but settled on GFI because it was reasonably priced and packaged and offered good support, Liberman said. Source: CRN

Users Clueless About Malware, Careless About Security Measures: Survey

Jun 26, 2011

A pair of surveys focusing on end-users found some worrying patterns and misconceptions about Internet safety and poor security practices. Source: eWeek

Talk With Your Kids About Being Safer Online

Jun 26, 2011

A 2011 survey conducted by Knowledge Networks for GFI Software reported that 11% of teens say they have been bullied online or by "11% of teens say they have been bullied online or by text messages. Source: Huffington Post

GFI adds VIPRE antivirus to its GFI MAX platform for MSPs

Jun 24, 2011

GFI Software has announced that its GFI VIPRE Antivirus engine has been integrated into its GFI MAX RemoteManagement platform, providing new efficiencies that come with the comprehensive integration of its own software. Source: eChannelLine

Home is where the computer virus is

Jun 24, 2011

Poor information security practices by employees and their children at home could have a negative effect on the security of networks at work, warned a new study by GFI Software. Source: InfoSecurity

[IT] Siete sicuri che le vostre password siano efficaci?

Jun 23, 2011

Do you use strong passwords? Do you still use '123456' to protect your online accounts? GFI's Maurizio Taglioretti provides a few tips on how to create strong passwords - and remember them. Source: Applicando

[IT] Le vostre password sono davvero sicure?

Jun 23, 2011

Weak passwords are a hacker's dream and despite the obvious need to create strong passwords, users continue to choose simple and easily crackable passwords. Source: 01net.PMI

Half of businesses suffer IT failures from software updates

Jun 23, 2011

Firms running virtual hosting services have been told to be wary of software updates, with 50 per cent of them suffering IT failures through improving their programs. Source: ihotdesk

Poor patch practice presents professional performance problems

Jun 22, 2011

If you've spent more than a decade covering software application development news, then the old "survey says" xyz% of software projects are likely to fail, come in over budget and/or be late is not a story worth telling any more. Source: Computer Weekly

Spot and avoid Facebook scams

Jun 22, 2011

You’ve heard about the scams and you may have seen some of the lures. Here are practical ways to ensure that you won’t become the next victim. Source: PCWorld

Bad software patches cause critical IT failure

Jun 22, 2011

Half of businesses have suffered at least one business critical IT failure as a result of installing a bad software patch, according to GFI Software. Help Net Security

The business continuity problems of patching

Jun 22, 2011

GFI Software has released survey results that show that half of businesses questioned have suffered at least one business critical IT failure as a result of installing a bad software patch. Source: Continuity Central

IT jobs could follow as half of firms admit to not having a rigid policy on software updates

Jun 22, 2011

More half of all companies do not have a rigid policy regarding the installation of critical software updates, according to a new survey that could lead to more people in IT jobs. Source: Badenoch & Clark

Bad software updates causing IT failures

Jun 22, 2011

Businesses could benefit from staff software and computer training to help them avoid critical IT failures. Source: computeach

Over 50% of SMEs have suffered IT failures because of bad updates

Jun 22, 2011

Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stated that their IT systems have suffered from security failures due to bad software updates. Source: BDO

GFI Security reports poor patch management causing 50% of IT failures

Jun 22, 2011

Research just released by GFI Security claims to show that half of organisations surveyed suffered one or more IT failures because of a buggy or badly-implemented patch. Source: infosecurity

Spot and Avoid Facebook Scams

Jun 22, 2011

None of the common Facebook frauds--the "Facebook dislike button," the "stalker tracker" (which purports to tell you who's visiting your profile), and "watch this video" tricks, for instance--are new, says Chris Boyd, senior threat researcher for UK-based GFI Software. Source: Computerworld

What to Do If Your Online Account's Been Hacked

Jun 21, 2011

Some things to look for, according to Chris Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software of Cary, N.C., include: Friends are asking you about random requests for money or messages that you've apparently sent them, claiming that you're stranded somewhere – for example, messages saying you got mugged in London. Source: Security News Daily

50% of businesses suffer IT failures due to bad software updates

Jun 21, 2011

A survey reveals half of businesses have suffered at least one business critical IT failure as a result of installing a bad software patch. Source: Business Computing World

Oops…My Bad! 5 Blogs We Missed Last Week

Jun 20, 2011

GFI Software integrated its proprietary GFI VIPRE Antivirus engine into GFI MAX RemoteManagement. Source: SMB Nation

GFI Software Declares Social-Networking Websites Prominent Attack Target

Jun 20, 2011

May marked the month as having several survey scams on Facebook luring visitors with airline tickets available for free along with unique video clips about the killing of Osama Bin Laden. Source: SPAMfighter

CFOs on the Move

Jun 17, 2011

Daniel Kossmann has been named to lead the finance function at GFI Software. He headed finance at Initiate Systems Inc. until it was acquired by IBM in 2010. Source: CFO

Security Platform Enables Managed Service Delivery

Jun 17, 2011

GFI's MAX RemoteManagement platform now has the Vipre Antivirus engine embedded for enabling anti-virus services to be delivered by managed service providers. Source: Pro Security Zone

Top MSPs Grow Cloud Revenues 50 Percent (Or More)

Jun 16, 2011

GFI's Alistair Forbes says that some solutions providers continue to see the cloud as a threat rather than an opportunity.

GFI Integrates Antivirus Capabilities in MSP Dashboard

Jun 15, 2011

GFI Software has expanded its offerings to its MSP partners with the integration of GFI VIPRE Antivirus into the GFI MAX RemoteManagement dashboard. Source: ChannelPro

Network security scanning and patch management

Jun 15, 2011

GFI's product manager for GFI LanGuard talks about the importance of vulernability scanning and patch management and how GFI LanGuard 2011 assists administrators in beefing up the security of their systems. Source: Help Net Security

GFI Integrates Vipre Antivirus Into MSP Platform

Jun 14, 2011

The integration allows MSPs to easily add managed antivirus from their GFI Max dashboard and provide more value to their managed service customers, according to Dr. Alistair Forbes, general manager of GFI Max for GFI Software, based in Clearwater, Fla. Source: CRN

Online scammers lure their victims into participating in their surveys

Jun 14, 2011

May 2011 has been marked by a number of Facebook survey scams baiting users with offers of free airline tickets, as well as exclusive video footage of Osama Bin Laden’s death. Source: Security Park

Elegir una contraseña adecuada, una de las claves para garantizar la seguridad informática

Jun 13, 2011

GFI's David Kelleher provides a number of tips on how businesses can protect the desktop and reduce the risk of malware infection and other serious security issues, such as data loss. Source: CSO Espana

Email archiving challenges

Jun 12, 2011

Brian Azzopardi is the product manager for GFI MailArchiver. In this interview he discusses the challenges related to managing email growth and how archiving can help. Source: Help Net Security

Scammers target Facebook users with surveys and rewards: GFI Software

Jun 10, 2011

May 2011 was marked by a number of Facebook survey scams trapping users with offers of free airline tickets; exclusive video footage of Osama Bin Laden's death; and threat of rogue antivirus attacks, according to GFI Software. Source: CBR

Is it time to criminalise data breach cover ups?

Jun 10, 2011

Over regulation can be a stifling force. According to Boyd, smaller companies could be disadvantaged, given they don’t have the same resources as big corporations to protect themselves. Source: IT Pro

La seguridad informática, al alcance de los usuarios domésticos

Jun 09, 2011

GFI's David Kelleher provides several tips to home users how they can improve security on their machine and reduce the risk of malware infection, phishing and identity theft. Source: Baquia

Latest report identifies social network sites as major infection target

Jun 09, 2011

The latest monthly malware report from GFI Software claims that social networking sites such as Facebook are becoming a key target for malware infections. Source: InfoSecurity

IT Policies and Mobility at Odds

Jun 08, 2011

"Unless you can control the usage of [user-procured] devices on a very granular level, I would advise against allowing them inside your company,” said Calin Ghibu, product manager at GFI Software, in an interview on 'IT policies and mobility at odds'. Source: Input / Output

The Downtime Dilemma: Reliability in the Cloud

Jun 07, 2011

However, Walter Scott, CEO, GFI Software, offers a reminder: “Cloud-based solution vendors not only have the latest technology, the latest firewalls, the best data centers and the highest levels of redundancy possible but they will apply multiple layers of [in-depth defense] that your average business (a Fortune 500 company may be an exception) can never have." Source: Software Advice

[IT] Cinque passi per navigare tranquilli

Jun 06, 2011

GFI's Maurizio Taglioretti provides computer users with five tips on how to navigate the internet with greater care and reduce the risk of infection from malware and other web-based threats. Source: ValleOlona

Survey scammers target Doctor Who fans

Jun 03, 2011

Chris Boyd, a security researcher at GFI Software, notes that the latest ruse is far from the first time scammers have targeted Who fans. Source: The Register

Bin Laden death leads to new malware threats

Jun 03, 2011

GFI Software recently indicated that six of the top ten current malware threats at trojans, underlining the need for robust IT security software. Source: iHotDesk

Products of the Week

May 30, 2011

GFI LANguard 2011 is the first comprehensive network vulnerability scanning and patch management solution to integrate with more than 1,500 security applications and to include keyword search. Source: NetworkWorld

Intel Offers AppUp SMB Service On Hybrid Cloud

May 26, 2011

Cloud platform features a subscription- based model for software applications suited to smaller businesses with GFi Software among the first vendors to take part. Source: eWeek Europe

GFI Software launches LANguard 2011

May 24, 2011

Web and mail security service provide GFI Software has launched GFI LANguard 2011, the latest version of the company's network vulnerability scanning and patch management offering. Source: CBR Security

Malware Samples Constantly Grew During April 2011

May 24, 2011

Moreover during April 2011, malware authors and Internet scammers launched a much more robust campaign involving scareware assaults, using the theme of many prominent events such as the centenary celebration about Yuri Gagarin getting to be the first human to reach space, the Royal Wedding in Britain, the long-form birth documentation release of President Obama, and the Easter vacation. Source: SpamFighter

VIPRE (who?) tops anti-virus repair test while Microsoft disappoints

May 24, 2011

An anti-malware package called VIPRE has topped one of the key tests performed by the German security testing company AV-Test. But Microsoft’s Security Essentials was disappointing.

Cybercrooks turn Eve Online into botnet battlefield

May 23, 2011

Chris Boyd, a senior threat researcher at GFI Software and gaming security experts, said that Eve Online's difficulties are a part of wider problems in virtual worlds. Source: The Register

Cybercrooks turn Eve Online into botnet battlefield

May 23, 2011

Chris Boyd, a senior threat researcher at GFI Software and gaming security expert, said that Eve Online's difficulties are a part of wider problems in virtual worlds.

Should the UK follow the US in cyber security?

May 18, 2011

Chris Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, questioned the actual applicability of the way the US said it would retaliate to cyber attacks. Source: ITPro

GFI Software launches MailEssentials Complete with choice of appliance, VM or hosted form factors

May 18, 2011

"This is our first effort in this type of all-in-one delivery model ," said Alex Eckelberry, general manager of GFI's Security Business Unit. Source: eChannelLine

Tumblr bloggrs ensnared in chain-spam scam

May 17, 2011

The fake messages falsely warned that "your blog will be deleted unless you repost this" note, which claimed that Tumblr was drawing up a list of inactive profiles. Totally untrue, but over 130,000 people were taken in enough to repost the chain spam, according to an assessment of the scam by GFI Software. Source: The Register

12 Hot Security Products Seen At Interop 2011

May 17, 2011

Just in time for Interop, GFI Software launched GFI MailEssentials Complete, a comprehensive antispam, antiphishing and e-mail security solution for SMBs. Source: CRN

The rise of rogue AV

May 16, 2011

April saw a continued increase in the volume of detected malware, with 73,000 new variants of threats being released daily - a 26 percent increase over the same period last year, according to GFI Software. Source: Help Net Security

Fake AV, SEO Poisoning Top Malware Threats in April

May 16, 2011

There were over 73,000 new variants of malware released daily in April, a 26 percent increase over April 2010, GFI Software found in its monthly analysis. Source: eWeek

Oops…My Bad! 5 Blogs We Missed Last Week

May 16, 2011

GFI Software last week launched – in the U.S. region – GFI MailEssentials™ Complete. Flexibility is key to fully servicing the SMB security market. Research conducted last year by GFI shows that more than 40 percent agree that it is good security practice to run multiple security solutions in their organization.

Zeus Source Code Leaked: Is This Really a Game Changer?

May 13, 2011

GFI’s Chris Boyd agrees that having the code in hands of less technical fraudsters or “script kiddies” could change things a bit. “Inexperienced coders modifying Zeus could end up releasing exploit prone versions into the wild, and as a result we could see a rash of cannibalized command channels constantly changing hands thanks to poor coding,” Boyd said. Source: Security Week

GFI Software Launches GFI MailEssentials Complete as Email Security Solution

May 13, 2011

Flexibility is important for fully servicing the SMB security market. In research from last year, GFI shows that nearly 35 percent of SMBs surveyed use a combination of email security on an internal mail server and at the gateway. Source: InfoTech Spotlight

Hosted Exchange: GFI Software Launches GFI MailEssentials Complete for SMBs

May 12, 2011

MailEssentials Complete utilizes suitable software and hardware to give organizations an e-mail security solution they can deploy using the delivery model of their choice, whether on premise, as a physical or virtual appliance, or as a hosted service. Source: TMCnet

Top 19 Third-party Execs To Keep an Eye On

May 12, 2011

It's tough to narrow down influential third-party execs to just 19. After all, these are the folks with the bold ideas who often take personal risks to see them through. But these are executives who have made an impact on the IT industry this year. GFI's Walter Scott is among these executives. Source: Redmond Magazine

GFI Software Launches GFI MailEssentials Complete

May 12, 2011

GFI Software has released GFI MailEssentials Complete, an all-in-one software solution for the SMB that combines anti-spam, anti-phishing, and email security in one product. Source: PCMag

GFI MailEssentials Complete released

May 11, 2011

The increasing volume of email-borne threats — coupled with an organization’s need to balance security and infrastructure costs — is a growing burden on administrators looking to find the optimum and most cost-effective approach to email security. Source: Help Net Security

Latest malware threats

May 10, 2011

In April, online scammers and malware writers waged an increasingly aggressive campaign of rogue antivirus (AV) attacks exploiting several high-profile events, including the Royal Wedding, the Easter holiday, the anniversary of Yuri Gagarin becoming the first man in space, and the release of President Obama's long-form birth certificate. Source: Risk UK

Hot products at Interop 2011

May 10, 2011

GFI MailEssentials Complete is a comprehensive email security solution that provides SMBs choice and flexibility in managing their anti-spam, anti-phishing and email security strategies. Source: NetworkWorld

GFI Takes Aim at Barracuda, Google

May 10, 2011

There’s an old saying in warfare and schoolyard fights: “If you want to win, pick your enemies carefully.” GFI Software is doing just that with the release of its GFI Mail Essentials Complete, an email security suite available as both a cloud-based service and on-premise appliance. The target for disruption: Barracuda Networks and Google. Source: Channelnomics

GFI Launches MailEssentials Complete for SMB Email Security

May 10, 2011

GFI Software today launches GFI MailEssentials Complete, an anti-spam, anti-phishing and email security solution that VARs and MSPs can offer to SMB customers.

Master password service warns of possible breach

May 06, 2011

Chris Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, said: “This is why you don't set your master password to ‘password'. Their swift response to the possible attack is rather heartening, so kudos for that. If you weren't using a strong master password previously, take this as the warning shot that you really should do something about it next time you login to your LastPass account.” Source: SC Magazine

LastPass Requires Password Reset Following Possible System Hack

May 06, 2011

"This is why you don't set your master password to "password," said Chris Boyd, security researcher at GFI Software, in a blog post. Source: CRN

LastPass resets passwords following possible hack

May 05, 2011

Password management system LastPass has reset users' master passwords as a precaution following the discovery of a possible hack attack against its systems. Tips on re-enabling accounts can be found in a blog post by Chris Boyd, a security researcher at GFI Software. Source: The Register

Image Search Results Associated with Obama’s Birth Certificate Infected

May 05, 2011

Security experts at GFI software cautions that links directing netizens to drive-by download attacks have placed themselves on the first page of the results returned for the above stated keywords. Source: SPAMfighter

Trojans made up six of the top 10 malware threats

May 02, 2011

GFI Software has revealed the top 10 most prevalent malware threats, compiled from monthly scans performed by GFI's VIPRE® Antivirus, and its antispyware tool, CounterSpy®.

[ES] Como proteger a las pymes de las amenazas en Internet monitorizando los accesos web

May 02, 2011

GFI's David Kelleher talks about web monitoring and how organizations can boost security and productivity when they have comprehensive control over internet use. Source: Silicon

Inside MVP Nation: What MVPs Talk About when Microsoft Isn't Looking

May 01, 2011

Vendors, for their part, benefit from the sort of in-depth technical feedback that small business owners are rarely equipped to provide, noted Julian Waits, vice president for strategic relationships at GFI Software. Source: Redmond Channel Partner

Royal Wedding, Obama Birth Certificate Search Poisoned with Fake AV Links

Apr 30, 2011

Users interested in seeing the latest images on popular topics of the day are being hit by black hat SEO poisoning techniques to launch Neosploit or fake AV Trojans. Source: eWeek

Targeted phish frags XBox gamers

Apr 28, 2011

The scam appears to rely on a game mod that allows users to post chat messages onscreen that resemble those posted ingame by developers. These messages link to a phishing website that invite users to hand over their login credentials, as explained in a blog post by GFI Software's Chris Boyd here. Source: RegHardware

[FR] Donnez votre avis Sony PlayStation recommande de vérifier son compte en banque et de changer ses mots de passe

Apr 27, 2011

GFI's senior security researcher says that this is a serious breach and users will only know if they have been affected when the system is back online and they can check and change their data. Source: Comment Ca Marche

Sony PSN hack: what you can and can't do

Apr 27, 2011

Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, also gave the following warning: "It's crucial that access [to the PSN] is restored as soon as possible so that users can confirm what information might have been compromised." Source: TechRadar

PSN users 'should cancel credit cards immediately' says expert

Apr 27, 2011

Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, is also worried about the implications of the data breach. Source: MSN Tech & Gadgets

Sony PlayStation Network hacked – millions of card details at risk?

Apr 27, 2011

Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher with GFI Software, said that the breach is extremely serious, but the key question is whether or not the person or group responsible was able to obtain the details of all 77 million PSN users or only some of them. Source; InfoSecurity

PSN: Pretty Stupid Network?

Apr 27, 2011

As GFI Software's Christopher Boyd points out, it's hard to tell what's going on when Sony's taken the whole sodding network down: "It's crucial that access is restored as soon as possible so that users can confirm what information might have been compromised," he says. Source: TechRadar

Security expert warns users should cancel credit cards

Apr 27, 2011

A senior threat researcher form GFI Software Christopher Boyd, is also concerned about the risks of the data breech. He said that the issue is really serious but wondered if details of all the PSN users were obtained, or just some of them. Another problem is that for the time being no one knows if there information has been obtained of not. Source: Product-reviews

PSN users 'should cancel credit cards immediately' says expert

Apr 27, 2011

Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, is also worried about the implications of the data breach. Source: TechRadar

Monitor your bank accounts, change your passwords, advises Sony PlayStation

Apr 27, 2011

Christopher Boyd, a senior threat researcher for IT security firm GFI Software, told Relaxnews that the breach was "extremely serious" and that Sony had "no option but to go into full damage control mode" by shutting off the network following discovery of the intrusion on April 20. Source: The Independent

[IT] Hack Playstation Network, rischio di frodi online

Apr 27, 2011

GFI's Chris Boyd comments on the Sony Playstation hack and his concerns that users will not know if they have been affected until the service is up and running again. Source:BITcity

Google Search for Yuri Gagarin Results in Malware

Apr 25, 2011

Investigators at GFI Software the security company are cautioning that online hunts to see photographs of Yuri Gagarin the space pioneer from Russia on Google is likely to result in malware on their computers. Source: Spamfighter

Royal Wedding Scareware Spreading Via SEO Poisoning

Apr 22, 2011

"The Royal Wedding is going to spring into action on the 29th April, and Fake AV scans are starting to show up in relation to the 'Big Day,' said Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI. Source: CRN

GFI VIPRE Antivirus integrated into OPSWAT MetaDefender

Apr 22, 2011

OPSWAT has added GFI VIPRE Antivirus technology to its MetaDefender solutions portfolio. OPSWAT enhanced its malware detection capabilities by incorporating the award-winning VIPRE Antivirus engine into its MetaDefender Threat Analyzer, MetaDefender for Media and Metascan products. Source: Help Net Security

Fake anti-virus scams rain on royal wedding searches

Apr 21, 2011

Pocket-lint just had a heads up from the GFi Labs blog that the royal wedding has started a batch of fake anti-virus scams - rewarding folks that are searching for snippets of the big day with a nasty dose of spyware. Source: Pocket-lint

Royal wedding scareware scams arise as Big Day looms

Apr 21, 2011

Spyware scammers have unsurprisingly latched onto the upcoming royal wedding as a theme for rogue anti-virus scams, warns GFI Software. Source: The Register

PSN gaming network outage sparks DDoS rumours

Apr 21, 2011

Security expert and dedicated gamer Chris Boyd of GFI Software confirmed the outage but warned it would be rash to ascribe causes just yet. Source: The Register

Japanese Earthquake Paves Way for Several Kinds of Cyber Attacks

Apr 19, 2011

Christopher Boyd, Senior Threat Researcher at GFI Software, stated that, during March 2011, they witnessed an apparently continual collection of scams associated with the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, including bogus charity and donation websites, clickjacking on Facebook, and 419 spam e-mails. Source: Spamfighter

Rogue Twitter counter app punts survey scam

Apr 19, 2011

A rogue application ultimately designed to punt a survey scam began spreading rapidly on Twitter on Tuesday. GFI's Chris Boyd comments. Source: The Register

[ES] Cómo comprar en Internet de manera segura y no morir en el intento

Apr 18, 2011

Web-based threats are on the increase and with more and more people turning to the Internet to purchase goods, they need to be careful. GFI provides a few tips on how to shop safely. Source: PC World Digital

Intel Teams Up On Cloud

Apr 18, 2011

It has been reported that Intel has teamed up with GFI Software. Four GFI products will be available through the Intel Hybrid Cloud. Source: Emoney Daily

GFI Software solutions now available through the Intel Hybrid Cloud

Apr 15, 2011

GFI Software has collaborated with Intel to make GFI VIPRE Antivirus, GFI LANguard, GFI EventsManager and GFI EndPointSecurity available through the Intel Hybrid Cloud. SMBs are increasingly aware of the cost savings and efficiencies they can gain by adopting cloud-based IT solutions. Source: Help Net Security

Scores Drop in AV-Test Lab Results

Apr 15, 2011

Sophos, VIPRE, and eScan achieved certification, with 13.0, 12.0, and 11.5 points respectively. Comodo's 10.5 points and CA's 9.5 points didn't make the cut. Source: PC Mag.

GFI Collaborates with Intel to Meet Cloud Demand among SMBs

Apr 15, 2011

GFI Software announced earlier this week its collaboration with Intel Corp. to make GFI VIPRE Antivirus, GFI LANguard, GFI EventsManager and GFI EndPointSecurity available through the Intel Hybrid Cloud. Source: SMB Nation

Yuri Gagarin Google Images Search Results Poisoned

Apr 14, 2011

Christopher Boyd, senior threat researcher with GFI Software's security division, notes that an effort to poison Google Images search results for Yuri Gagarin is still ongoing. Source: Softpedia

GFI Software, Intel collaborate on SMB cloud computing

Apr 14, 2011

GFI Software has announced it has collaborated with Intel Corp. to make GFI VIPRE Antivirus, GFI LANguard, GFI EventsManager and GFI EndPointSecurity available through the Intel Hybrid Cloud. Source: eChannelLine

GFI Software Plugs into Intel Hybrid Cloud for MSPs

Apr 13, 2011

GFI Software, which provides network infrastructure, security, and collaboration solutions for the SMB, has inked a partnership with Intel to host GFI VIPRE Antivirus, GFI LANguard, GFI EventsManager and GFI EndPointSecurity in the MSP-deployable Intel Hybrid Cloud. Source: Talkin' Cloud

GFI Software Collaborates with Intel to Meet Growing Demand for Cloud Computing Among Small and Medium Businesses

Apr 13, 2011

GFI Software solutions now available for resale by VARs and MSPs through the Intel® Hybrid Cloud. Source: Bradenton.com

Vendors still falling short in VB100 malware test

Apr 12, 2011

Among those that did pass the test was security vendor GFI. The company found itself in the spotlight recently when a false positive return in its Vipre anti-virus led to mistaken reports of key-logging software shipping in Samsung notebooks.

GFI Software Products Now Available Through the Intel Hybrid Cloud

Apr 12, 2011

SMBs gain access to GFI VIPRE Antivirus, GFI LANguard, GFI EventsManager, and GFI EndPointSecurity in software-as-a-service models. Source: ChannelPro

Balancing Security & Producitivity

Apr 08, 2011

Chris Boyd, senior threat analyst at GFI Software (www.gfi.com), feels that although finding the proper balance is difficult, it is achievable. "You can be secure and productive - they don't have to be mutually exclusive," he says. Source: Processor

Conquering Enterprise Email Concerns

Apr 08, 2011

Lost data within local email stores can also consume precious IT support resources. GFI's David Kelleher says moving PST files to the network doesn't solve the problem -- it merely transfers it. Source: Processor

Uptick in rogue Facebook applications

Apr 08, 2011

GFI researchers found that the Japanese tsunami, earthquake and subsequent nuclear disasters led to a high volume of insidious cyber attacks during the month. Source: Help Net Security

MSP Remotely Manages 1,200 Desktops; 100 Servers

Apr 07, 2011

Thoroughly disillusioned with most of the solutions on the market, Percy came across GFI MAX RemoteManagement,popular and affordable tool, designed with IT support companies and MSPs in mind. Source: smb pc

MSP Remotely Manages 1,200 Desktops; 100 Servers

Apr 07, 2011

Thoroughly disillusioned with most of the solutions on the market, Percy came across GFI MAX RemoteManagement,popular and affordable tool, designed with IT support companies and MSPs in mind. Source: smb pc

Samsung Did Not Install Keylogger Software on Laptops: New Research

Apr 06, 2011

A new review of laptops from Samsung show they do not have keylogger software installed, as previously speculated. Instead, there was confusion about an anti-virus program, according to media reports. Source: InfoTech Spotlight

Healthcare Industry Resuscitates Faxing

Apr 06, 2011

Technology has changed our society so much over the past decade that we can hardly keep up with the pace of developments, writes GFI's Kevin Hodak. Source: Health News Digest

[IT] GFI, oltre il 60% delle Pmi rischia di perdere email critiche

Apr 06, 2011

A survey by GFI Software shows that over 60% of small and medium business does not use email archiving thereby exposing themselves to possible data losses. Source: Impresa City

[IT] PMI a rischio perdita dati: attenzione alle email

Apr 05, 2011

Small and medium businesses are at risk of data loss because they do not have email archiving in place, a GFI survey finds. Source: PMI-Dome

[IT] Non riusciamo nemmeno a gestire bene le email

Apr 05, 2011

A survey by GFI Software shows that many companies continue to ignore the importance of email to their business and fail to deploy an email archiving solution. Source: ictBusiness

The Epsilon data breach affected millions - so what happens next?

Apr 05, 2011

"This type of incident should not be taken lightly. It’s another reminder that privacy is an illusion on the internet,” commented Alex Eckelberry, general manager of the Security Business Unit at GFI Software. Source: Tech Herald

Epsilon Data Breach: What Can You Do to Protect Yourself?

Apr 05, 2011

As Alex Eckleberry, general manager of GFI Software's Security Business Unit, notes, "this type of incident should not be taken lightly. It's another reminder that privacy is an illusion on the Internet." Source: PC Mag

Waiting for the Fallout From the Epsilon Breach

Apr 05, 2011

The email data breach is “another reminder that privacy is an illusion on the internet,” Alex Eckelberry, the general manager of the Security Business Unit at GFI Software, said. Source:

Latest theft of e-mail data undermines consumers' online trust in corporations

Apr 05, 2011

"There's a lot of fear and paranoia out there, and this is an egregious hack, but this is not a 'run for the hills' situation," says Clearwater's Alex Eckelberry, a founder of online security firm Sunbelt Software and now general manager GFI Software's security business unit. Source: St Petersburg Times

Epsilon Breach a Treasure Trove for Phishing Attacks

Apr 04, 2011

While the breach is “remarkable” because of the number of companies and customers it affected, it is important to remember that it could have been “much worse,” Alex Eckelberry, general manager of the security business unit of GFI Software, told eWEEK. Source: eWeek

[IT] Quando le PMI rischiano di perdere email critiche

Apr 02, 2011

Over 60% of SMEs in the US are at risk of losing critical emails and face considerable fines because they do not archive their emails, a GFI survey has found. Source: eWeek Europe

[IT] Oltre il 60% delle PMI rischia di perdere e-mail critiche

Apr 01, 2011

Small and medium sized enterprises are at risk of losing critical emails because they have no form of email archiving in their organization, a GFI survey shows. Source: Il Corriere della Sicurezza

Easter Search Results Poisoned With Malware

Mar 31, 2011

Security researchers at the Security Company GFI software have cautioned that black hat search engine optimization (BHSEO) attacks have already started poisoning search results related to Easter, although the holiday is still a month away (April 24, 2011). Source: Spamfighter

Testing confirms Samsung keylogger rumour just a false alarm

Mar 31, 2011

Antivirus testers have backed up Samsung's protestations that the detection of keylogging software on brand-new Samsung laptops was just a false alarm. Source: The Register

GFI sorry for false Samsung spyware scan

Mar 31, 2011

A security professional’s erroneous report that new Samsung computers contained software for monitoring user behaviour was triggered by a mistaken reading from his scanning program, illustrating some of the continuing challenges in an industry beset by malicious hacking. Source: Financial Times

VIPRE Publisher Apologizes To Samsung For False Alarm

Mar 31, 2011

The maker of the virus software that fingered a harmless foreign language support file as a piece of spyware says it has fixed the problem - and apologized to users. Source: International Business Times

Samsung ‘keylogger’ story a false alarm

Mar 31, 2011

GFI’s general manager, Alex Eckelberry, took the blame for the false alarm in a sheepish blog post Thursday morning, saying “we have no one to blame but ourselves.” Source: Washington Post

Samsung keylogger fears based on false positives

Mar 31, 2011

GFI’s Alex Eckelberry has said that the Samsung incident “is causing us considerable headaches… and we have no one to blame but ourselves.” Source: Tech Herald

Samsung Notebooks Come with Key Logger Installed (Updated – False Positive)

Mar 31, 2011

GFI Software, makers of VIPRE and CounterSpy which identified the Slovenian language folder in Windows as a StarLogger Keylogger, has posted an update confirming the false positive. Source: Notebooks.com

Samsung cleared of false key logger allegations

Mar 31, 2011

GFI publicly apologized for the problem with VIPRE today in a post explaining that the directory used by Windows' Slovenian language files--C:\WINDOWS\SL--is the same path used by the StarLogger keylogger. Source: CNET

GFI apologizes for false alarm on Samsung keyloggers

Mar 31, 2011

When Alex Eckelberry first read news reports on Wednesday that some of Samsung's R Series laptops contained keylogging software, he was as astounded as everybody else. Source: Computerworld

Lifetime business version of Vipre anti-virus introduced by GFI Software

Mar 30, 2011

GFI Software has launched a lifetime business version of its Vipre anti-virus solution. It said that the Vipre anti-virus Business Lifetime provides continuous protection via software and virus definition updates for the life of each PC. Source: SC Magazine

More than 60% of SMBs don't use email archiving software

Mar 28, 2011

The study revealed that 62.4% of SMBs don't use email archiving software, and 38% of the 202 businesses polled don't have an archiving or backup plan of any kind in place. Source: SearchSMBStorage

PacketTrap MSP receives major upgrade

Mar 28, 2011

The addition of VIPRE Antivirus software, which is now made by GFI Software, which acquired VIPRE's maker, Sunbelt Software, last year, fills a major need for MSP. Source: eChannelLine

How Secure is Your Enterprise?

Mar 25, 2011

IT managers can never really be assured their IT operations are 100% secure, but by assessing their security methods and taking into account areas perhaps overlooked in the past, Chris Boyd, senior threat researcher at GFI Software, says they can get a better understanding of just how secure their enterprises are. Source: Processor

GFI Software: New Hire, New White Label Mail Archive Service

Mar 25, 2011

The new service is a white label product, meaning GFI Max’s MSP partner base can re-brand the service as their own when offering it to potential clients. Source: MSPMentor

Three ways VARs can finesse vendor consolidation

Mar 25, 2011

You’ve invested time, training and (yes) money in a tight-knit relationship with a technology vendor partner, only to see that vendor acquired and the slate wiped clean. Source: SearchWinIT

Channel Buzz interviews GFI's Pat Hume

Mar 25, 2011

Pat Hume of GFI Software discusses the company’s plans for the Canadian market and where she sees opportunities for more solution providers. Source: Channel Buzz

Microsoft Windows Intune debuts as business cloud service

Mar 22, 2011

In an article on Microsoft Windows Intune, GFI partner LAN Systems in Atlanta, says they use GFI MAX, a competing product that they privately brand as its own service and bills its customers directly for it. Source: Seattle Times

Two-Thirds of U.S. Small Enterprises Risk E-mail Loss, Compliance Penalties

Mar 22, 2011

An independent survey of 202 U.S.-based IT decision makers at small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) reveals a frightening lack e-mail archives -- and data backups in general. Source: Enterprise Systems

Wick Hill anti-virus deal to offer five-year upfront payments

Mar 22, 2011

Security-focused disti Wick Hill has signed an agreement with GFI Software to offer its VIPRE endpoint protection software with a five-year upfront payment to resellers. The deal with GFI puts VIPRE in direct competition with Kaspersky within the Wick Hill portfolio. Source: ChannelPro

Survey reveals dramatic lack of email archiving

Mar 22, 2011

62.4% of SMEs do not currently use a mail archiving solution – opening the door to a host of issues including: limited email backup and restore, which could lead to data loss; an inability to search for pertinent messages in the event of an audit or eDiscovery request – which could result in costly compliance violations or legal suits; strain on Exchange servers; and storage problems. Source: Tech Journal South

SMBs get failing grade in email archiving awareness

Mar 22, 2011

62.4% of SMBs do not currently use a mail archiving solution. That's the alarming finding of a new U.S.-based study commissioned by GFI Software, whose products are primarily focused on the sub-500 seat market. Source: eChannelLine

Survey: More Than 60% of U.S. Small Businesses in Danger of Losing Critical Emails

Mar 22, 2011

New research commissioned by GFI Software finds majority of small businesses at risk for catastrophic data loss and potential liability for non-compliant data protection strategies. Source: Sun Herald

Beware of SEO Poisoning Attacks

Mar 21, 2011

According to GFI Labs, an increase in search engine optimization (SEO) poisoning attacks are exploiting several recent high-profile news events. Source: eSecurity Planet

[IT] Accordo Con Faronics

Mar 21, 2011

GFI Software's Advanced Technology Group signs agreement with Faronics whereby's Faronics Deep Freeze will integrate with GFI Sandbox, an advanced malware analysis solution. Source: Office Information

On The Record (video) with GFI Software's Julian Waits

Mar 20, 2011

Julian Waits, VP of Strategic Relationships for GFI Software, talks with Robert Cohen from the recent MVP Nation Show. GFI, which is focused almost exclusively on the sub-500 market, sells a wide variety of low cost network and security management solutions. Source: echannelline

GFI WebMonitor 2011 gives administrators the ability to monitor and control employee Internet access in real-time

Mar 18, 2011

GFI Software has launched GFI WebMonitor 2011, a robust web monitoring, web filtering and web security tool that helps to boost employee productivity by giving administrators the ability to monitor and control employee Internet access in real-time. Source: Security Park

[ES] GFI Software se consolida mediante partners

Mar 18, 2011

GFI Software takes part in the forum Broadband for Business (B3) where it continued to develop its relationship with the Channel in Mexico. Source: eSemanal

Web monitor launched by GFI Software to control employee access and downloads

Mar 18, 2011

GFI Software has launched a new version of its web monitor to give administrators the ability to monitor and control employee internet access in real-time. Source: SC Magazine

HTG Peer Groups Welcomes New And Returning Vendor Sponsors For 2011

Mar 17, 2011

Returning vendors who have expanded their commitment to HTG are platinum sponsors CharTec, HP and Kaseya and gold sponsors Datto, Doyenz, GFI Software, GreatAmerica Leasing, Intronis, and Sophos. Source: Business Solutions

[IT] Mai piu senza Backup

Mar 16, 2011

How do you choose a backup product? What are the features that you must have to have a sucessfull backup and recovery strategy? GFI is included in a round-up of backup solutions. Source? PC Professionale

VaultLogix Integrates with GFI MAX

Mar 16, 2011

MSPs can now offer remote monitoring of online backup and recovery accounts via the popular RemoteManagement software from GFI MAX. Source: ChannelPro

Securing your network from malware

Mar 16, 2011

One of the most significant threats to the security of your network, and the leading cause of data loss, is malware. Source: Help Net Security

What does 2011 hold in store for IT security managers?

Mar 15, 2011

This year is set to be a landmark one for British business, with myriad new technologies and communications tools changing the way we work. However, with this increased reliance on IT comes increased risk. Source: Risk UK

Wick Hill bitten by VIPRE

Mar 14, 2011

Distributor Wick Hill is aiming to bite a bigger chunk out of the anti-virus market with new vendor signing VIPRE. The VIPRE brand is now owned by GFI Software following its acquisition of Sunbelt Software last summer, and GFI is known to be intent on aggressively growing its market share. Source: CRN

GFI Software launches GFI MAX MailArchive

Mar 14, 2011

GFI Software has launched a new service for MSPs - GFI MAX MailArchive - a hosted service which allows businesses to archive email messages to geographically distributed data centres for future search, reference and retrieval. Source: SNS Europe

.EDU Space Filled with Adult Spam

Mar 14, 2011

Security researchers from GFI Software warn that an increasignly large number of .edu websites are being abused to push adult spam because of their poor security and lack of oversight. Source: Softpedia

Trojans Dominated February Malware Threats

Mar 09, 2011

Trojans account for six of the top 10 malware threats of February, and the report also confirmed the supremacy of Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT as the number one bug, growing from last month to 22.97 per cent of total detections. Source: eSecurity Planet

Top 10 Malware Threats reported by GFI Software for February

Mar 07, 2011

GFI’s statistics revealed that Trojans made up three of the top 10 malware threats in February 2011. Topping the list, Trojans detected as Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT accounted for 22.97 percent of total detections, holding its spot as the number one threat. Source: Security Net

Trojans dominated February IT security threats landscape says GFI

Mar 07, 2011

The latest monthly threats report from GFI Labs claims to show that trojans dominated the landscape, with six out of the top ten malware threats falling into the trojan category. Source: Info Security

Top 10 Malware Threats for February Reported by GFI Software

Mar 07, 2011

According to GFI Software, a trend observed since last summer continued, with many of the same types of Trojan horses continuing to dominate the threat landscape. Source: Security Week

Seven Managed Services Blogs MSPMentor Didn't Write

Mar 06, 2011

To the Max: GFI Software has just launched the latest addition to the MAX product line – GFI MAX MailArchive. Source: MSPMentor

Trojans still reigning in malware top 10

Mar 05, 2011

Trojan-based attacks continue to be the biggest malware treat, a report from GFI Software has shown. Source: PC Tech Authority

Botnet, Trojan Activity Increased in February

Mar 04, 2011

Trojans were the most prolific malware threat in February, and collaboration seems to be the name of the game in malware development and distribution. Source: eWeek

Trojans dominate GFI Software's top 10 malware threats of February

Mar 04, 2011

Trojan-based attacks continue to be the biggest malware treat, a report from GFI Software has shown. Source: IT Pro

Vulnerability scanning and research

Mar 04, 2011

Cristian Florian is a product manager at GFI Software in charge of GFI LANguard, a network security scanning and patch management solution. In this interview he discusses vulnerability scanning and research. Source: Help Net Security

Trojans still top malware threat

Mar 04, 2011

Continuing a trend observed since last summer, the same types of Trojan horse programs have persistently dominated the threat landscape through February, according to GFI Software. Source: Help Net Security

Trojans Dominate Malware Threats In February

Mar 04, 2011

Continuing a trend observed since last summer, the same types of Trojan horse programs have persistently dominated the threat landscape through February. Source: Fresh Business Thinking

GFI MAX MailArchive Solves SMB Challenge

Mar 03, 2011

GFI Software has announced the launch of a new service for MSPs. The GFI MAX MailArchive is a hosted service which allows businesses to archive email messages to geographically distributed datacenters for future search, reference and retrieval. Source: Enterprise Storage Forum

Play.com customers at risk from phishing

Feb 28, 2011

Play.com, one of the biggest UK online retailers, has its share of scammers that try to lure users searching for a bargain and scam them out of their hard earned money, GFI Labs says. Source: Help Net Security

The essential tools for IT pros in 2011

Feb 25, 2011

Jon Honeyball lists the items that should be in every IT professionals rucksack. What are those few crucial tools that should be in everyone’s toolkit in 2011? Source: PC Pro

Malware 2011: attenti ai falsi software antivirus

Feb 22, 2011

More and more rogue software programs are appearing online in an attempt to get people to purchase software that does nothing at all to protect their machines, GFI says.

Umbrella Medical Systems Gets a Shot in the Arm with GFI MAX RemoteManagement

Feb 22, 2011

By automating several key IT processes, MAX RM provides Umbrella with more immediate insight and access into its clients' networks and systems, improving the crucial metrics of uptime and reliability for its healthcare practitioner customers. Source: MSP News

The power button of love

Feb 21, 2011

Computing Magazine’s Backbytes section runs a short story on the GFI poetry competition that ran over Valentine's Day. Source: Computing Magazine

[IT] Crescono gli attacchi ad Adobe Reader

Feb 20, 2011

February has seen a rise in malware targed at Adobe products, according to research published by GFI Labs.

[NL] Trojans nog altijd zeer geliefd

Feb 18, 2011

Seven ouf of 10 malware threats detected by GFI Labs are Trojans, accounting for as much as as much as 34 percent of all malware detections in the past month. Source: Managers Online

GFI vice president vows to focus on channel

Feb 17, 2011

Former SAP and Avaya sales boss Pat Hume has pledged to shore up the channel culture of GFI Software after being appointed as its vice president of worldwide sales. Source: CRN

Pat Hume: Why I Really Joined GFI Software

Feb 16, 2011

The IT solution provider, specializing in the SMB market, tapped Hume for her expertise in understanding the technologies and the many ecosystems of partners necessary to provide these services. Source: SMB Nation

Implement Security On A Budget

Feb 11, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner provides some insight on how organizations can implement security on a budget and consider low-cost or free solutions that are still effective. Source: Processor

Former SAP Channel Executive Takes Top Sales Post at GFI Software

Feb 10, 2011

Former SAP channel executive Patricia Hume has been named senior vice president of worldwide sales at GFI Software. Source: CRN

Pat Hume pops up at GFI

Feb 10, 2011

Network security software outfit GFI has taken on the services of former SAP and Avaya channel sales supremo Pat Hume to run its worldwide sales operation. Source: Microscope

GFI Software names Pat Hume senior VP worldwide sales

Feb 10, 2011

GFI Software has named ex-SAP and Avaya exec Pat Hume as senior vice president of worldwide sales. Hume will report directly to CEO Walter Scott and will be tasked with expanding GFI’s worldwide channel sales programme. Source: ChannelPro

Why former SAP Channel Chief Pat Hume Joined GFI Software

Feb 10, 2011

Former SAP Global Channel Chief Pat Hume described why she made the leap to GFI Software, a fast-growing SaaS and on-premise software provider that works closely with managed services providers (MSPs). Source: MSPmentor

Six Point Guide To Sensible Surfing

Feb 09, 2011

GFI Software underlines its support for Safer Internet Day by publishing a simple and practical six-point online security and safety guide for children and their parents. Source: Pro Security Zone

Former SAP Channel Chief Pat Hume Joins GFI Software for MSP Push

Feb 09, 2011

Former SAP Channel Chief Pat Hume is set to join GFI Software as the SaaS and cloud company’s global channel chief. Source: MSPmentor

Former SAP Channel Chief Pat Hume Joins GFI Software

Feb 09, 2011

Former SAP Global Channel Chief Pat Hume has joined GFI Software, The VAR Guy has heard. Source: The VAR Guy

[ES] Consejos para un 2011 mas seguro

Feb 08, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner provides some tips on how to improve computer security at home and lower the risk of malware infections and phishing attempts. Source: Economia de Hoy

Malicious PDFs increasing in volume

Feb 07, 2011

GFI Software has warned that the number of malicious PDF files detected in the wild soared during January, with two of the detections making it into the top ten. Source: InfoSecurity

Malware targeting Adobe Reader surges in January, GFI says.

Feb 07, 2011

There has been a spike in malware taking aim at vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader and the .pdf file format, a report has indicated. In GFI Software rankings, two of the top 10 detections for January were aimed at exploiting holes within Adobe software. Source: IT Pro

GFI Software brings Deep Freeze technology to Sandbox customers

Feb 07, 2011

GFI Software expands its technology partnership with Faronics in which Faronics Deep Freeze will be bundled with its GFI Sandbox technology. Source: Help Net Security

[IT] PlayStation 3, c'e un rootkit nel firmware 3.56?

Feb 05, 2011

GFI's Chris Body says that the new firmware for Sony PS3 does not include a rootkit to allow for remote monitoring and that he says the situation has been blown out of proportion. Source: BIT City

Targeted attacks on Abobe Reader files rise

Feb 05, 2011

GFI Software revealed continuing high levels of rogue security products circulating during January, and a surge in malware that takes aim at vulnerabilities within Adobe Reader and the PDF file format – two of the top 10 detections are aimed at exploiting holes within Adobe. Source: IT Secure Site

Sony has not added a rootkit to the PS3

Feb 04, 2011

According to Chris Boyd, a leading security researcher at GFI (and also noticed by one of our Eagle eyed readers “TheHighlander”), the technique deployed by Sony is not new since the original terms and conditions (back in 2006) allowed the company to do remote updates to check for irregularities with the default code. Source: Geek.com

[IT] Sony Playstation 3, In Arrivo Un Rootkit

Feb 04, 2011

Concerns that the latest firmware for PS3 allows Sony to install a rootkit for remote monitoring are dispelled by GFI's Chris Boyd. Source: ZioGeek

[IT] Un rootkit nel firmware della PS3?

Feb 04, 2011

GFi's Chris Boyd comments on Sony's latest firmware updated for the PS3 and that it is being used to install a rootkit. Source: WinTricks

[IT] Rootkit nel firmware di PS3? Non e una novita

Feb 04, 2011

GFI's senior security researcher Chris Boyd dispels any concerns that the latest update to Sony's PS3 could lead to a rootkit being installed. Source: Tom's Hardware

Targeted attacks on Abobe Reader files rise

Feb 04, 2011

GFI Software revealed continuing high levels of rogue security products circulating during January, and a surge in malware that exploits holes within Adobe. Source: Help Net Security

Two top malware attacks exploiting holes in Adobe

Feb 04, 2011

GFI sees a surge in malware that takes aim at vulnerabilities within Adobe Reader and the .pdf file format – two of the top 10 detections are aimed at exploiting holes within Adobe. Source: TechJournal South

Number of Malicious PDFs on the Rise

Feb 04, 2011

Security vendor GFI Software warns that the number of malicious PDF files detected in the wild has significantly increased last month with two detections making it into the top ten. Source: Softpedia

Sony PS3 rootkit rumours rubbished

Feb 03, 2011

Suggestions that Sony has added a rootkit with the latest firmware update to its PS3 console have been denounced as bunkum by a leading gaming security expert. Source: The Register

[IT] Malware 2011: attenti ai falsi software antivirus

Feb 02, 2011

Fake or rogue antivirus software scams are increasing in frequency and creativity and causing problems for inexperienced users who are misled to believe that their machine has been infected. Source: PMI

The rise and rise of malware

Feb 01, 2011

The threat to UK companies from malware shows no sign of slowing especially as social networking has become a vital business tool for many, thus offering another route for criminals to utilize.GFI's Chris Boyd discusses the current state of play (page 13). Source: Risk UK

Stock exchanges in the UK and US come under advanced and persistent attack

Feb 01, 2011

The British and United States stock exchanges have reportedly enlisted the help of the security services after finding out they were the victims of cyber attacks. GFI's Chris Boyd comments. Source: SC Magazine.

London Stock Exchange under cyber attack

Jan 31, 2011

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has reportedly been investigating a suspected cyber attack on its systems designed to disrupt and spread panic across the markets. GFI comments on this story. Source: V3

SRA Forms Partnership to Boost Cyber Products; Pat Burke Comments

Jan 31, 2011

SRA International (NYSE: SRX) is teaming with GFI Software to boost the firm’s cybersecurity product offerings. Source: Govcon@wire

GFI MAX: Hosted SMB solutions for Managed Services Providers

Jan 28, 2011

How exactly is GFI MAX working with MSPs and solutions providers? Alistair Forbes, general manager of GFI MAX, shares some answers in this MSPmentor FastChat Video. Source: MSP Mentor

GFI Vipre Antivirus Premium Lifetime Edition

Jan 28, 2011

Most anti-virus programs make people buy the product and then pay an annual renewal fee.GFI has taken a step back o the ‘good old days' with the Lifetime Edition of its latest software, offering non-expiring protection for a single PC. Source: ComputerActive

[IT] GFI: 10 previsioni di sicurezza per il 2011

Jan 25, 2011

What will be in store for security professionals and IT administrators in 2011? GFI's Tom Kelchner outlines GFI's predictions for this year. Source: Blitz

[IT] GFI: 10 previsioni di sicurezza per il 2011

Jan 25, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner gives an over of the major threats expected in 2011, with many having already surfaced in 2010. Source: Informazione.it

Facebook fake photo links lead to malware

Jan 25, 2011

A simplistic but seemingly effective bait leading to malware is apparently been circling on Facebook for a couple of weeks now, GFI has reported. Source: Help Net Security

[IT] Le dieci regole per un 2011 piu sicuro

Jan 25, 2011

GFI provides a top 10 list of tips for computer and internet users to help them identify threats and improve security. Source: InnovazionePA

[IT] Il rischio alla portata di tutti

Jan 24, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner talks about the latest threats and gives his predictions for 2011. Source: ValleOlona.com

Christmas/New Year Witnesses an Increase in Themed Malware Attacks

Jan 21, 2011

In its monthly report for 2010, security firm, GFI Software claimed that the latest analysis of New Year and Christmas malware attacks seems to reflect that hackers took advantage of the holiday season to conduct a series of themed attacks. Source: Spamfighter

Twitter Targeted With Fake Antivirus Software Scam

Jan 21, 2011

Twitter has been resetting passwords for accounts that started distributing links promoting fake antivirus software in an attack that used Google's Web address shortening service to conceal the links' destination. GFI Labs provide a guide how to remove fake antivirus software. Source: PC World

Trojan threat continues

Jan 20, 2011

GFI Software has revealed that there were continuing high levels of Trojan and rogue malware circulating during December 2010, with data revealing a surge in activity, boosted by themed activity around the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Source: Risk UK

Protecting Your Network from Rogue Security Software

Jan 20, 2011

In this webinar, Chris Boyd, GFI Software's Senior Threat Researcher provides an in-depth look into rogue antivirus. Source: InfoWorld

GFI MAX: 3,000 managed services channel partners and growing

Jan 20, 2011

In the ultra-crowded managed services software market, GFI Max, owned by GFI Software, has generated exponential growth since 2009, according to CEO Walter Scott. Source: MSP Mentor

Phishing Campaign Targets RuneScape Players

Jan 20, 2011

GFI Software is warning of new phishing attacks that target players of the online game RuneScape. Source: eSecurity Planet

Anti-virus: a technology update

Jan 20, 2011

Anti-virus software might be the archetypal security product, but with so many high-profile malware attacks – including Stuxnet and Zeus – is it doing its job? GFI's Chris Body comments. Source: InfoSecurity

"Free iPhone and iPad combo" offer lures Twitterers to malicious site

Jan 19, 2011

A surge in malicious shortened links accompanying messages that say I just won a free iphone and ipad! (or a variation of that message) has been spotted on yesterday morning on Twitter, and the messages are still going strong. Source: Help Net Security

Bizarre Firefox update scam offers AV to go with it

Jan 19, 2011

A fascinating mishmash of scammy offers is currently being pushed onto Russian-speaking users on chatrooms, forums and security lists. Source: Help Net Security

Phishers Trick RuneScape Players with Moderator Positions

Jan 18, 2011

Security researchers from GFI Software warn of new phishing attacks targeting RuneScape players which tempt them to apply for Player Moderator positions. Source: Softpedia

Online Scammers Profusely Targeting TRON Fans, Cautions GFI Software

Jan 15, 2011

Researchers from security company GFI Software (previously Sunbelt) caution users that they must be wary of multiple scams that cyber-criminals are running to attack admirers of TRON a very recent hit film. Source: Spamfighter

Christmas and holiday sales were attack targets according to December top 10 malware list

Jan 12, 2011

High levels of Trojan and rogue malware circulating during December are continuing, with data revealing a surge in activity, boosted by themed activity around the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Source: Business Computing World

Sony sues PlayStation 3 'hackers'

Jan 12, 2011

Sony has set the lawyers on hackers who figured out a way to run unsigned code on PlayStation 3 consoles without the use of a dongle. GFI's Chris Boyd comments. Source: The Register

[NL] Hoe onveilig wordt het internet in 2011?

Jan 11, 2011

The New Year brings with it the usual predictions for 2011. GFI's Tom Kelchner outlines what GFI believes will be the major security talking points this year. Source: Security.nl

[ES] Como protegerse contra los ciber-ataques dirigidos

Jan 11, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner talks about one of the major threats to businesses and it's not cyberespionage but ebanking fraud. Source: Silicon News

Christmas/New Year malware saw a surge of themed malware attacks

Jan 11, 2011

The latest analysis of Christmas and New Year malware attacks claims to show that cybercriminals took advantage of the holiday shutdown to stage a series of themed attacks, GFI reports. Source: InfoSecurity

Social engineering attacks: Highlights from 2010

Jan 05, 2011

Several high-profile security incidents took place because of well-played social engineering attacks. Source: CSO

[ES] Las amenazas Web acechan a las pymes

Jan 05, 2011

Technological advances offer many benefits to SMEs, but also generate new concerns and security issues. David Kelleher, an analyst at GFI Communications and research writes. Source: eWeek Europe

[DE] E-Mail-Archivierung: Mehr als nur Compliance

Jan 04, 2011

Compliance and email archiving are important issues that every business needs to examine and address at some point. GFI MailArchiver is one product that can help businesses address both issues. Source: IT-Business

Security Advice for 2011

Jan 01, 2011

GFI's Tom Kelchner gives 10 tips for businesses and individuals interested in improving their respective security posture in 2011. Source: Security Matters

Phishing E-Mails Hitting iTunes Consumers' Inboxes

Jan 01, 2011

According to researchers from GFI Software, the security company, fraudulent e-mails purporting to be from iTunes are being circulated online to fool unsuspecting users. Source: SPAMfighter