Warning from police: Never plug in a USB stick you get in the mail
If you found an unmarked USB stick that you knew wasn't yours, your first reaction might be to stick it in your PC to find out what's on it. But beware – it could be infected with some nasty malware.
A fake ‘Pokémon Go’ app tricked half a million players into downloading malware
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab says it's identified a malware-infected Android app called "Guide for Pokémon Go" that it believes has been downloaded more than half a million times by fans of the hit smartphone game.
California poised to add ransomware law that carries sentence of up to four years
California is about to pass a new law that will classify ransomware as extortion and could jail culprits for up to four years.
Your Android might be controlled by a malicious Twitter account
According to a recent blog post from ESET, there's a new kind of mobile malware that makes use of Twitter to control an Android device-based botnet.
20 major hotels were hacked by malware, including some Marriott locations
It's not the first time for an operator of high-end hotels to be hit by hackers, and it more than likely won't be the last. This time 20 establishments were targeted over a 15-month period, with customer data exposed in a series of malware attacks.
New 'El Gato' Android ransomware may sound cute, but it packs a punch
McAfee cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new Android ransomware, dubbed 'El Gato,' which is capable of stealing SMS messages.
Powerful malware infected governments in Russia, Iran, and Rwanada, stayed hidden for five years
Malware dubbed "ProjectSauron" infected government and other targets in Russia and Iran, then managed to stay hidden for five years, while extracting data.
Malware alert — don’t plug in that USB stick you found on the street
Hackers who want to control your computer can use USB sticks for the job. If you find a random USB stick somewhere, don't plug it in.
Malwarebytes launches new feature that stays one step ahead of ransomware
Security firm Malwarebytes has updated its Endpoint Security platform with new features that detects ransomware before its encrypts your files.
‘Pokemon Go’ malware already exists and it could be on your phone
'Pokemon Go' malware has already been spotted out in the wild, and may have infected your phone if you downloaded the game from a third-party source.
First truly successful Facebook Messenger malware bot has been identified
A new virus mimics Facebook notifications in Messenger. It spread to 10,000 people before a combined Facebook and Google effort slowed it down.
Mac malware has been found hidden in file converter on major site
A new piece of malware targeting Macs has been found hidden in a phony utility called EasyDoc Converter.
“HummingBad,” a new Android malware, has infected more than 10 million devices
"HummingBad," a new Android malware, has infected more than 10 million devices worldwide, according to a new report.
New malware can make a PC’s cooling fans cough up passwords, encryption keys
Isolating a computer from every network may seem like a sure-fire method of keeping files safe - until researchers use your system's own fans to betray it.
Step slowly away from your remote: ransomware now targeting smart TVs
Since May 2015, the FLocker ransomware has been making life tough for Android users, and now it seems it can also infect Android-powered smart TVs.
Malware infections in corporate-owned cloud folders almost triple in three months
Cloud security firm Netskope has discovered more than twice as many malware infested shared files this month than last.
Time to change your Twitter password: 32 million accounts may have been hacked
It looks as if malware may have allowed hackers to collect passwords for some 32 million Twitter accounts. The company insists its own servers are secure, and says it's currently investigating the matter.
Vulnerability in Facebook's messaging enabled hackers to insert malicious items
Security firm Check Point Software Technologies found a vulnerability in Facebook's messaging system allowing hackers to alter chats for malicious purposes.
Don’t open that! 93 percent of phishing emails are now ransomware
Phishing emails are increasingly becoming ransomware. Scammers no longer want your credit card details, but could encrypt all of your most important files.
New Windows 10 security update proactively hunts down viruses when your PC is idle
Microsoft's new update for Windows Defender allows its native antivirus to scan your system in the background without butting heads with other AV software.
Ransomware attackers refuse to decrypt hospital's files after being paid off
Paying off criminals doesn't always work, as Kansas Heart Hospital learned this week. They paid off a ransomware demand, only to be asked for more money.
Microsoft releases 2016 Security Intelligence Report, and things don’t look great
Americans are already terrified of cyberattacks, and Microsoft's latest Security Intelligence Report probably won't do much to assuage those fears.
New Android malware disguises itself as a Chrome update
A new infostealer is lurking out there, waiting to infect your Android OS. The malware dresses in an update's clothing and even hides in the Play Store.
Don’t have a meltdown, but German officials just found malware in a nuclear reactor
Workers at a German nuclear power plant discovered a wealth of viruses on a system used for monitoring fuel rods, but an air gap left the malware dormant.
Cyber Police ransomware can lock your Android device and ask for payment
Ransomware called Cyber Police can affect over 500 million Android devices worldwide. The hacker locks your device and demands a "ransom" to unlock it.
The U.S. hosts the most malicious websites in the world
A new security report shows that the U.S. hosts the highest number of malicious websites in the world.
New malware GozNym is stealing millions from U.S. bank account holders
Hiding your money under your mattress may seem antiquated, but it may be the only way to stop GozNym, the malware attacking American and Canadian banks.
Ransomware learns the art of customer service to help victims pay up
As ransomware threats grow and grow cyber criminals are maximizing profitability by using customer service and support tactics.
Has Petya ransomware locked you out of your PC? A new tool can let you back in
Ransomware Petya has been cracked. Retrieving your captured data requires a few steps but it's possible without paying a ransom.
New JavaScript attack infects your phone and changes your router's DNS settings
There's a new JavaScript-based attack in town that will change your router's DNS settings through a mobile website and a visiting smartphone.
Check your Firefox extensions today. Some may leave your system open to attack
Check your add-ons right now if you use Firefox. Some popular browser extensions open computers to malware and security breaches.
Trump hotels reportedly hit by second data breach in 12 months
Trump hotels says it's investigating a possible breach of its computer systems, which, if confirmed, would be the second such attack on the company in 12 months. As in the first breach, malware is suspected, with customer information possibly stolen.
Baltimore hospital group shut down entire network to fight malware threat
MedStar Health, a chain of hospitals based in Baltimore, shut down their entire IT infrastructure to fight off a malware attack. No data was compromised.
Email scam Petya locks down PCs until a ransom is paid
A new piece of ransomware distributed via email is forcing victims to pay upwards of $400 to regain access to their computer.