The WatchGuard Threat Lab’s Q3 2023 Internet Security Report reveals key malware trends, showing 52 new ransomware variants and a nearly 90% rise in endpoint ransomware attacks. WatchGuard Fireboxes blocked an average of 1,343 malware threats per device, with notable drops in malware hiding behind TLS (down to 48%). Top threats included Generic.3112968 adware, Stacked email-based malware, Lazy.360502 droppers, and Zum.Androm (Remcos RAT). Advanced evasive malware detections jumped 129%, highlighting the need for vigilant defense strategies. Regional malware hits were split roughly evenly across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

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