New additions complete the VB2020 localhost programme Posted by Virus Bulletin on Aug 25, 2020 The programme for VB2020 localhost - the first virtual, and entirely free to attend VB conference - is now complete, with new additions to both the live programme and the on-demand programme. Read more

VB2020 localhost call for last minute papers: a unique opportunity Posted by Virus Bulletin on Aug 10, 2020 Why VB2020 localhost presents a unique opportunity for you to share your research with security experts around the globe. Read more

VB2020 localhost call for last-minute papers now open! Posted by Virus Bulletin on Jul 31, 2020 The call for last-minute papers for VB2020 localhost is now open. Submit before 17 August to have your paper considered for one of the nine slots reserved for 'hot' research! Read more

Announcing... VB2020 localhost Posted by Virus Bulletin on Jul 29, 2020 Announcing VB2020 localhost: the carbon neutral, budget neutral VB conference! Read more

VB2019 paper: APT cases exploiting vulnerabilities in region-specific software Posted by Virus Bulletin on May 4, 2020 At VB2019, JPCERT/CC's Shusei Tomonaga and Tomoaki Tani presented a paper on attacks that exploit vulnerabilities in software used only in Japan, using malware that is unique to Japan. Today we publish both their paper and the recording of their presentation. Read more

New paper: Detection of vulnerabilities in web applications by validating parameter integrity and data flow graphs Posted by Helen Martin on Apr 30, 2020 In a follow-up to a paper presented at VB2019, Prismo Systems researchers Abhishek Singh and Ramesh Mani detail algorithms that can be used to detect SQL injection in stored procedures, persistent cross-site scripting (XSS), and server‑side request forgery (SSRF) by instrumenting web applications. Read more

VB2020 programme announced Posted by Virus Bulletin on Apr 16, 2020 VB is pleased to reveal the details of an interesting and diverse programme for VB2020, the 30th Virus Bulletin International Conference. Read more

VB2019 paper: Cyber espionage in the Middle East: unravelling OSX.WindTail Posted by Virus Bulletin on Apr 2, 2020 At VB2019 in London, Jamf's Patrick Wardle analysed the WindTail macOS malware used by the WindShift APT group, active in the Middle East. Today we publish both Patrick's paper and the recording of his presentation. Read more

VB2019 paper: 2,000 reactions to a malware attack – accidental study Posted by Virus Bulletin on Mar 24, 2020 At VB2019 cybercrime journalist and researcher Adam Haertlé presented an analysis of almost 2000 unsolicited responses sent by victims of a malicious email campaign. Today we publish both his paper and the recording of his presentation. Read more

VB2019 paper: Why companies need to focus on a problem they do not know they have Posted by Virus Bulletin on Mar 20, 2020 Often unbeknownst to network administrators, many company networks are used to download child sexual abuse material. In a paper presented at VB2019 in London, NetClean’s Richard Matti and Anna Creutz looked at this problem and what companies can do, ultimately, to help safeguard children. Today we publish their full paper. Read more