Now, 2026 will demonstrate a profound shift where complexity is accelerating, & the attack surface is no longer defined by single points of failure, but by chains of interconnected decisions.
👉 See #F5Labs 2026 cybersecurity predictions. www.f5.com/labs/article...
F5 Labs chart shows 'Total Events per Malware Distribution IP Address.' IP 74.194.191.52 had the most events, nearly 3,000. Followed by 83.252.42.112 with approximately 300. 38.59.219.27 and 192.183.232.142 had minimal events.
The #F5Labs team focuses on a threat actor attempting to distribute the Rondodox malware, a modified Mirari-based botnet aimed at #IoT devices.
Check out our full analysis on the Rondodox malware 🔗 go.f5.net/di8zwxud
See what the #F5Labs team uncovered on a recent analysis of a two-wave #DDoS attack on a payment processing platform. The attackers used a Push-Acknowledgement (PSH-ACK) flood to overwhelm the network with high-bandwidth traffic.
Dive into the details: go.f5.net/ulby4m5d
Join #F5Labs Director, David Warburton, for the F5 User Groups in the Nordics, where the discussion will revolve around streamlining operations, enhancing scalability, and the latest in threat intel.
Register today: ➡️ go.f5.net/mat0wtuu
Meet the CASI Leaderboard: a security-first ranking of #AI models by their Comprehensive AI Security Index (CASI).
See scores, methods, and how to compare risk across models.
🔗 go.f5.net/yjaoge44
#AppSec #AITrust #AISecurity #AICompliance #F5Labs
As #QDay draws closer than expected. Is your data secure?
Join David Warburton, Director at #F5Labs, at this year’s IDC Security Summit in Sweden as he explores “Q-Day and the Quantum Deadline: Are We Ready?”
Get the full details: go.f5.net/aaz6088r
#IDCSecuritySummit #PQC
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Find out how the #F5Labs team examines the growing sophistication of bot adversaries & how they exploit application vulnerabilities without triggering traditional alarms.
🔗 ➡️ go.f5.net/l6nk6bsj
#CISOs #Cybersecurity
A graphic with the text "ENCRYPTION Preparing for Q-Day: What You Need to Know" along with "Explore our evaluation of PQC & learn essential steps to protect your data.", with the F5 labs logo.
The impending arrival of #QDay is closer than ever!
What does this mean?
Find out as the #F5labs team evaluates the state of #PQC and steps you can take to make sure your website and data are safe!
www.f5.com/labs/article...
Many #SparkRAT rules rely on brittle strings like “Spark/client/config.GetBaseURL,” which attackers can rename using software engineering refactoring tools.
Our approach is as follows ⬇️
#F5Labs #YARA #AppSec #ThreatDetection
Diagram of SparkRAT architecture. A computer labeled "SparkRAT Infected Host" connects to a cloud labeled "SparkRAT C2 Server" which connects to a person next to a skull and crossbones labeled "SparkRAT Operator Console."
In our latest article, the #F5Labs team explores global use of open-source malware and digs into the specifics of #SparkRAT.
Plus, we built a YARA rule to help you detect SparkRAT in your environment.
Check it out: go.f5.net/bymhwb26
#Cybersecurity
Curious about #PQC standards?
As of last year, NIST has established new standards for encryption and digital signatures. Learn why ML-KEM and ML-DSA are crucial for PQC adoption. go.f5.net/b5a5y4zx
#F5Labs #QuantumSecurity
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Join us as the #F5Labs team explores the global use of open-source malware, compares threat actors, & dives into the vulnerabilities & architectural flaws of #SparkRAT.
🔗go.f5.net/2oxjxjwl
Our analysis of over 200 billion web & API transactions reveals critical trends & highlights the need for robust bot defenses.
Check out the research the #F5Labs team put together. go.f5.net/64sdhurb
#BotDefense #Cyberthreats
A digital image featuring a barrel with a red prohibition sign overlay, symbolizing the NoBooze1 malware. Text reads: 'SENSOR INTEL SERIES' and 'NoBooze1 Malware Targets TP-Link Routers via CVE-2019-9082'. The tagline 'Unpacking the mechanics of NoBooze1' is displayed beneath.
In a recent analysis, the #F5Labs team uncovered a new malware (NoBooze1) that targets TP-Link devices.
Curious about how this #malware operates & the implications for #cybersecurity?
Check out our analysis as we unpack the behavior of NoBooze1.
go.f5.net/jq31qbuu
A heat map visually representing the targeting frequency of different exploit families related to TP-Link CVE-2023-1389, organized by week. The color gradient indicates intensity, with higher values shown in darker shades. Key data points include week dates and total exploits observed.
The #F5Labs team uncovered a new #malware dubbed NoBooze1, showing a significant uptick in attacks on TP-Link routers.
We noticed that this threat is linked to a single actor leveraging known vulnerabilities to execute RCE.
Dive into the details: go.f5.net/4lgma9ml
A digital report cover titled 'PQC Report' with the subtitle 'Unveiling the Future: PQC Adoption on the Web.' There is a graphic of a globe with a padlock and two arrows pointing outward, representing web security.
We analyzed the world’s most popular websites and most widely used web browsers to determine the current state of PQC adoption on the web…and this is what we discovered. ⬇️
#F5Labs #QuantumSecurity #DataSecurity
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Curious about the future of #crytopgraphy?
Catch David Warburton, Director of #F5Labs, as he shares his expertise on the EU’s #PQC roadmap with @helpnetsecurity.com.
⬇️ Catch the full interview! go.f5.net/54djfnwj
#QuantumSecurity #DataSecurity
"sub_unpack_and_execute function"
Recently, the #F5Labs team revealed the emergence of NoBooze1 #malware, targeting TP-Link devices using known vulnerabilities to disrupt network integrity.
➡️ Find out how the team unpacks the mechanics of NoBooze1. go.f5.net/6lxhnbxh
In our latest Sensor Intel Series, we dive into:
1️⃣Top targeted CVEs for the month
2️⃣Long-term #CVE trends, &
3️⃣Focus on a new malware, dubbed NoBooze1 by the #F5Labs team
Find out what NoBooze1 is all about: go.f5.net/vrh7pi16
#Cybersecurity #MalwareProtection
"Combatting Top Cyber Vulnerabilities."
Vulnerabilities like CWE-94 and CWE-77 are top targets for cyber exploits. It’s crucial to address these issues by integrating security into development and training developers.
Share your thoughts & see our analysis here: https://go.f5.net/tw00c60q
#F5labs #CWE
The #F5Labs team analyzed the last 12 months of #CVE traffic through the lens of CWEs and outlined the top 25.
Check out the entire list and a quick refresher on #CWE numbering.
https://go.f5.net/uamkg3ng
#CyberAwareness
Analyzing CVE Traffic Through the Lens of CWEs
The #F5Labs team analyzed the last 12 months of #CVE traffic through the lens of CWEs and outlined the top 25.
Check out the entire list and a quick refresher on #CWE numbering. https://go.f5.net/8ijjz7vn
#CyberAwareness
"Surge in SSL VPN Exploit Attempts"
We’ve seen an uptick in exploit attempts against #SSLVPN appliances, particularly targeting systems from #Fortinet and #Ivanti.
See what our sensor data shows and more in our #CVE roundup.
Check it out ➡️: https://go.f5.net/dpi5t3k2
#F5Labs
Visual with a white quantum icon and text that reads, "The State of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)."
In our latest piece, David Warburton examines quantum computing, PQC standards, and PQC adoptions, providing insights into the current landscape of #PQC in our 2025 TLS Telemetry analysis.
⬇️ Unlock these insights: https://go.f5.net/m2jf016y
#F5Labs #TechInsights #DataSecurity
In our latest vulnerability analysis, we dive into:
🔸Top 10 targeted CVEs
🔸A CWE analysis
🔸Mapping CVEs ➡️ CWEs
And much more! See what else we uncovered in our analysis. www.f5.com/labs/article...
#F5Labs #CVE #CWE #CyberSecurity #SecurityAwareness
We saw a rising scans for #SparkRAT C&C servers detected. Hundreds of identical attempts from a single actor reveal a coordinated effort to exploit remote access. SparkRAT allows full control of systems. Stay vigilant.
Full insights: www.f5.com/labs/article...
#F5Labs #InfoSec
Catch David Warburton as he discusses how generative #AI is being used to advance automated attacks and the rise of #contentscraping on a Connect Professional interview.
See the full interview here: www.connect-professional.de/security/gef...
#F5Labs #CyberThreats
This month, we’re taking a close look at the top #CVEs, such as CVE-2020-11625 & CVE-2024-3721.
Plus, the #F5labs team does a top #CWEs and #OWASP top ten analysis.
See what we discovered: www.f5.com/labs/article...
#CyberSecurity
