MS-ISAC Releases Security Event Primer on Malware

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MS-ISAC Releases Security Event Primer on Malware [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2019/09/10/ms-isac-releases-security-event-primer-malware ] 09/10/2019 
02:01 PM EDT 
Original release date: September 10, 2019

The Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) has released a Security Event Primer on Malware. The 
white paper outlines general malware operations and includes common malware event types and best practice 
recommendations. An attacker can use malware to gain access to a network, obtain sensitive data, and damage systems.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) encourages users and administrators to review MS-ISACs 
White Paper: Security Event Primer  Malware [ https://www.cisecurity.org/white-papers/security-event-primer-malware/ ], 
see CISAs Tip on Protecting Against Malicious Code [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST18-271 ], and implement the 
recommended best practices.

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