Researchers found a new malware campaign that uses a Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) technique. This malware drops a legitimate Avast Anti-Rootkit driver and manipulates it to disable protective software, seize control of the system, and terminate 142 processes, including security software. While the exact access vector and the scope of these attacks aren’t clear, such methods have been widely used to deploy ransomware recently.
Singapore tackling chronic diseases with wearables
Singapore’s Health Promotion Board is piloting programs with technology firms like Abbott and Google to enhance self-health management. The DigiCoach program targets pre-diabetic individuals using