May 2016 Threat Intelligence Executive Summary Report

What you will learn:

• Mobile and PC Weaknesses - Weaknesses in mobile and PC applications led to rogue updates, flawed update models, and the disclosure of sensitive data
• Security Updates Delayed - Delayed or unavailable security updates for hardware and software products caused vendors to rush to remove flawed code embedded in their products
• Verticals Targeted - Analysts identified security issues plaguing the healthcare, education, and legal verticals
• Malware Updates - Malware experimented with novel exploits, delivery methods, evasion tactics, targets, and payment schemes
• Sensitive Data Stolen - Threat actors targeted various types of organizations to sell or dump stolen data
• Cybersecurity Strategies - The U.S. and Australia released separate plans for a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy

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