Cybercriminals are using USB flash drives to spread malware through a process not relying on network vulnerabilities, hence bypassing traditional security systems. They use tools such as PowerModul, FlashFileGrabber, and USB Worm to steal data from these drives. The best defenses against these threats include strong antivirus software, strict screening of USB drives before use, and vigilance towards email attachments and suspicious links.
Tenable Finds DeepSeek AI Can Be Manipulated to Generate Malware
A study by cybersecurity firm Tenable shows that DeepSeek R1, a large language model, can be manipulated into creating malware, such as keyloggers and ransomware.
