Malware
Google advertisements turning into malware spreading platforms
The next time when you search for a software download on the Google search engine, be cautious, as the software might also bring in new trouble as malware or might strictly act as a source to malware spread that can steal data and encrypt all the information on the web. Security analysts from MalwareHunterTeam have […]
Ukraine defense email systems infected by malware
Ukraine’s war miseries emerging from Russia seem to be never-ending as a compromised email account related to the country’s Ministry of Defense was caught sending phishing emails to users of the Delta Situational awareness program. Ukraine’s Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine created DELTA in March this year, to issue an alert to military personnel […]
Malware steals Facebook account details from 300,000 devices
New malware is on the prowl and is seen spreading malicious software in disguise of applications meant for teaching, reading, and other education-related activities. In particular, the apps targeted users from Vietnam and infected about 300,000 devices in over 71 countries just to steal Facebook(FB) credentials. ZIMPERIUM is the firm that conducted the study and […]
Cyber threat related headlines trending on Google
According to McAfee Cybersecurity Report of this month, a new malware is being circulated on Google Play Store through various apps such as task managers, flashlight, calendar, camera apps, notepad, and games. And has the potential to take control of victim’s device and access websites without the knowledge of victims. Researchers estimate that the infected […]
Do Smart TVs need antivirus
It’s a big question to many, especially those who are thinking to shop for one in the upcoming Thanksgiving or Christmas season. Security experts say that it is not a smart thinking to purchase an anti-virus solution and run on a connected TV. Even if companies like Samsung try to push them towards you on […]
Beware of this RatMilad Android spying Malware
Zimperium has issued a warning about a novel malware that is in circulation and is impact android devices. The malware is named as RatMilad and is suspected to be developed and distributed by an Iranian Hacking Group. The security firm detected that the spyware has capabilities to manipulate files, record audio, modify application permissions and […]
Mobile Security Threat for Android users through BRATA Malware
An Italian mobile security company named Cleafy has issued a warning to all android phone users about a malware dubbed BRATA. The security researchers have identified that the malware has not only the potential to wipe out entire information from an infected device but can also remain concealed by stealing vital info. The way BRATA […]
Apps on Google Play Store with in-built Adware
Security researchers from Dr. Web have discovered in their latest study that many of the applications hosted in the Google Play Store were loaded with adware and info stealing malicious software. The most concerning info about these apps is the fact that some applications also have the potential to steal information from other apps such […]
Norton to pay Columbia University a penalty for Malware patent infringement
Symantec, now known as NortonLifeLock Inc, has been ordered by a federal court to pay $185.1 million as royalty from sales for infringing malware patent laws of Columbia University willfully. According to the details shared with the media by Virginia Federal Court, the trustees of an educational institution issued a legal notice to Norton in […]
Microsoft stops Russian from cyber targeting Ukraine further
Microsoft released a press update last week that it has stopped a hacking group linked to Russian GRU military unit from targeting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure and some dignitaries and think tanks linked to United States. The company seems to spy on the activities that are taking place on all Windows machines operating in the Putin […]
