Invisible Malware Is Here and Your Security Software Can't Catch It
Sophisticated attackers are now using "invisible malware," a new form of attack that your firewalls can't stop and your anti-malware software can't find nor remove. Here are steps you can take right now to protect your servers and network.
By Wayne Rash
"With the advancement in anti-malware and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) software making it easier to catch zero-day malware, the malware writers are moving lower on the stack," said Alissa Knight, a senior analyst with Aite Group's cybersecurity practice. She specializes in hardware-based threats. Knight said this new type of malware is being developed that can evade detection by legacy software.