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Over 600,000 Android users infected with malware on Google Play — delete these apps now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These malicious apps could secretly be draining your bank account by signing you up for paid subscription services against your will.
Daam Android malware can hold your phone hostage — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Daam malware can steal sensitive data, hide from antivirus apps and even deploy ransomware on infected Android smartphones.
EvilExtractor malware can steal passwords and hold your Windows PC for ransom — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are now using the EvilExtractor malware in phishing campaigns designed to steal passwords and other sensitive data from Windows PCs.
Hackers are using a fake PDF viewer to infect Macs with malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
State-sponsored hackers are targeting vulnerable Macs in their cyberattacks with a new malware strain called RustBucket.
60 Android apps with 100 million installs contain malware — delete them right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new Android malware has managed to make its way into 60 legitimate apps after infecting a third-party library used by all of them.
Hackers are using fake Chrome updates to spread malware — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are using compromised websites to display fake Chrome update errors that actually install malware on your PC.
Hackers are sneaking malware on to the Google Play Store — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers have turned to malicious loader programs and APK binding services as a means of injecting malware into legitimate Android apps.
Rilide malware is stealing 2FA codes and passwords — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are using a malicious browser extension to wreak havoc on Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge and other Chromium-based browsers.
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