A week in security (August 6 – 12)

Last week, we published a review of exploit kits, talked about everyday tech that can give you a headache, and showed how to protect RDP access from ransomware. We also published a study on the true cost of cybercrime.

Other news:

• Discovered at Black Hat: WhatsApp “message manipulation” (Source: The Register)
• Discovered at Black Hat: AI attacks (Source: The Register)
• Once again, discovered at Black Hat: Meltdown panel (Source: The Register)
• Indeed, discovered at Black Hat: Mobile payment bugs (Source: The Register)
• PGA ransomware attack right before Ryder Cup (Source: Golf Week)
• Steer clear of evil JavaScript (Source: APNIC)
• Adding bugs to deter attackers [PDF] (Source: Arxiv)
• Botnets and irrigation systems (Source: Help Net Security)
• Hunting Twitter bots at scale (Source: Duo Security)
• Google to warn of government-backed attacks (Source: G Suite)

Stay safe, everyone!