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North Korean hackers are targeting crypto workers

Hackers believed to be associated with the North Korean group Lazarus have attempted another digital heist by targeting cryptocurrency firm deBridge Finance.
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North Korean hackers target huge crypto exchange — are user funds safe?

North Korean hackers are attempting to lure in cryptocurrency experts via bogus job offers for crypto exchange platform Coinbase.
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Hackers now exploit new vulnerabilities in just 15 minutes

Hackers are now ​​moving faster than ever when it comes to scanning vulnerability announcements from software vendors.
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This malware infects your motherboard and is almost impossible to remove

Researchers have discovered malware that has been secretly infecting systems featuring ASUS and Gigabyte motherboards for at least six years.
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You’ll never guess what hackers are using Microsoft Calculator for

Hackers have found an unusual and unconventional method to infect PCs with malware: distributing dangerous code with Windows Calculator.
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Cyberattacks have nearly doubled since last year, report says

Cyberattacks have nearly doubled since the last year and the odds that you'll be affected are increasing rapidly.
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This dangerous Mac malware can infiltrate your entire system

A newly uncovered malware designed to target Macs has been effective in obtaining access to systems and stealing sensitive data.
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Oh great, new malware lets hackers hijack your Wi-Fi router

A new report finds hackers are targeting home Wi-Fi routers to gain access to all your connected devices. 
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Ransomware gangs are evolving in new and dangerous ways

While digital technology is growing at a rapid pace, ransomware gangs and their methods continue to develop at an aggressive rate as well.
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Microsoft reveals new secret weapon against cybercrime

Microsoft has announced a new cyber security-based initiative that will allow companies to tap into the tech giant’s in-house security services and personnel.
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This researcher just beat ransomware gangs at their own game

A security researcher has discovered key flaws pertaining to popular ransomware and malware, which could lead to groups rethinking their entire approach.
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How to remove viruses and malware from your iPhone or iPad

iOS and iPadOS aren't entirely immune from malware. Our guide will show you what to do if you think you may have downloaded a virus or found a similar problem.
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Destructive hacking group REvil could be back from the dead

Ransomware gang REvil was unceremoniously shut down in 2021, but the group’s website is back up and running, suggesting the hackers could be back in action.
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Beware this fake Windows 11 installer that may harm your PC

Hackers are faking an official Microsoft website and getting unsuspecting Windows users to download fake Windows 11 installers that may harm their PCs.
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Chinese hackers use VLC media player to launch cyberattacks

According to a recent report, a famous Chinese hacker group was able to combine VLC Media Player with a dangerous exploit, deploying malware to users.
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Online criminals stole nearly $7 billion from people in 2021

 Online criminals successfully defrauded billions of dollars from people during 2021.
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The best free antivirus software for 2022

Making sure you are safe when browsing the internet is a must in the modern age of computing. Here are the best free antivirus solutions to get you started.
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How to check your Mac for viruses and malware

Mac systems are considered among the safest systems, but there's no guarantee it can't get infected. Here’s how to check your Mac for viruses and malware.
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What is antivirus software, and how does it work?

You're always told to have an antivirus client installed on your PC, but what is antivirus software, and how does it work? Here's everything you need to know.
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Hackers are using stolen Nvidia certificates to hide malware

According to security researchers, Nvidia code-signing certificates that were extracted via a hack of the chip maker are being used for malware purposes.
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This MacOS Trojan stealthily lifts your data, says Microsoft

Microsoft has exposed a Mac trojan known as UpdateAgent that can stealthily lift your data.
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Microsoft warns of latest malware attack, explains how to avoid secret backdoor

Microsoft recently discovered FoggyWeb, a new malware currently being used by attackers.
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Does your Mac really need antivirus software? We asked the experts

Mac users are often told they don’t need antivirus apps because MacOS is secure. But is that true? We asked security experts for their thoughts.
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Malware found on some new Apple M1 Macs mystifies experts

A Colorado security firm says it's discovered malware on nearly 30,000 of Apple's new M1 Macs, though its precise purpose isn't currently clear.
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Russian hacker tried to bribe Tesla employee, Elon Musk confirms

Tesla's Nevada factory was the target of a Russian based ransomware attack.
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Garmin confirms ransomware cyberattack shut down services

Garmin has confirmed a cyberattack was behind their July 23 outage.
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Google blocking 18 million scam emails related to coronavirus daily

Cybercriminals are wasting little time in exploiting the coronavirus chaos, with Google every day blocking 18 million scam emails related to the virus.
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Hackers using Johns Hopkins’ online coronavirus dashboard to trick victims

Hackers are using a false version of Johns Hopkins University's online coronavirus dashboard to spread malware, amid concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Delete these eight malware-ridden Android apps immediately

Researchers have discovered two families of malware in apps on the Play Store: a new family called Haken and the resurgence of an older family called Joker.
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Android malware keeps returning even after factory reset through Google Play

Malwarebytes revealed that a case involving the xHelper malware, which kept re-installing even after a factory reset, was somehow triggered by Google Play.
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Hackers taking advantage of coronavirus scare to spread malware

Security experts have discovered despicable acts by hackers trying to spread malware through attachments in emails that claim to be about the new coronavirus.
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Delete these 17 malware-infested iPhone apps immediately

Apple removed 17 apps from the App Store this week after researchers discovered that the apps were infected with malware. The apps in question were discovered by mobile security company Wandera and were published by the company AppAspect Technologies.
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Google Play Store malware hits 42 apps with 8 million downloads

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered an adware campaign affecting 42 Play Store apps that have been downloaded 8 million times. Google has now removed them, though they remain available in third-party app stores. The most popular app, Video Downloader Master, received 5 million downloads.
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Discord ‘Spidey Bot’ malware is stealing users’ data, including passwords

Discord has been infiltrated by malware that has the potential to steal users’ email addresses, phone numbers, usernames, IP addresses, and more. The malware affecting the gaming-centric online chat app is being called “Spidey Bot." Twitter user MalwareHunterTeam first brought attention to the malware on October 9.