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Articles by Amina Bashir
Where are the Worldwide Quantum Networking Testbeds?
By Amina Bashir and Doug Finke One of the key applications of quantum technology is to create a quantum network that can communicate messages and quantum states in a way that gives them more protection and other properties due to the laws of physics. Although this research is still very early, a number of organizations have started to create quantum testbeds to try out these quantum networks in order to continue developing them and advancing the technology.
Green synthesis of coumarin derivatives using Brønsted acidic pyridinium based ionic liquid [MBSPy][HSO4] to control an opportunistic human and a devastating plant pathogenic fungus Macrophomina phaseolina
Green synthesis of coumarin derivatives using Brønsted acidic pyridinium based ionic liquid [MBSPy][HSO4] to control an opportunistic human and a devastating plant pathogenic fungus Macrophomina phaseolina† Maliha Uroos, *a Arshad Javaid,b Amina Bashir,a Javaria Tariq, a Iqra Haider Khan,b Sadia Naz, a Sameeta Fatimaa and Misbah Sultanc Abstract An eco-friendly simple protocol has been devised for the preparation of coumarin derivatives using doubly Brønsted acidic task specific ionic liquid...
How Can We Defeat Malware Against ATMs?
The interest in ATM malware and attacks is persistent and poses a threat to financial institutions and ATM manufacturers alike. Here Amina Bashir, Associate Product Manager at business risk experts Flashpoint, offers Finance Monthly some insight into the underground market for malware designed for use in ATM cash-out schemes. As giant boxes of cash, it’s understandable that ATMs are magnets for nefarious activity.
Threat Actors Demonstrate Persistent Interest in ATM Malware
By Amina Bashir As giant boxes of cash, it’s understandable that ATMs are magnets for nefarious activity. Like many other forms of financially motivated crime, malicious activity against ATMs is supported by an underground ecosystem of illicit offerings and resources, as evidenced across Flashpoint’s datasets.
Chatbots Say Plenty About New Threats to Data
Chatbots are becoming a useful customer interaction and support tool for businesses. These bots are powered by an artificial intelligence that allows customers to ask simple questions, pay bills, or resolve conflicts over transactions; they’re cheaper than hiring more call centre personnel, and they’re popping up everywhere. As with most other innovations, threat actors have found a use for them too.
"Rubella Macro Builder" Crimeware Kit Emerges on Underground
A crimeware kit dubbed the Rubella Macro Builder has recently been gaining popularity among members of a top-tier Russian hacking forum. Despite being relatively new and unsophisticated, the kit has a clear appeal for cybercriminals: it’s cheap, fast, and can defeat basic static antivirus detection. First offered for sale in late February for the relatively low price of $500 USD per month, the Rubella Macro Builder has since undergone various updates, additions, and pricing changes.
Compromised Magento sites delivering malware
By Amina Bashir, Paul Burbage, and Vitali Kremez or business risk analyst firm Flashpoint. Ecommerce websites running on the popular open source Magento platform are being targeted by attackers who are using brute-force password attacks to access administration panels to scrape credit card numbers and install malware that mines cryptocurrency.
Compromised Magento sites delivering malware
By Amina Bashir, Paul Burbage, and Vitali Kremez or business risk analyst firm Flashpoint. Ecommerce websites running on the popular open source Magento platform are being targeted by attackers who are using brute-force password attacks to access administration panels to scrape credit card numbers and install malware that mines cryptocurrency.
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