Malware & Adware
Latest about Malware & Adware

Over 280 million at risk from malware-filled Chrome extensions — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Malicious browser extensions are a serious threat that can put you, your data and your devices at risk.

Ransomware gang claims cyber attack on Federal Reserve
By Olivia Powell published
Hack Ransomware gang Lockbit 3.0 has claimed responsibility for a cyber attack on the US Federal Reserve

Chrome security alert — clicking this error will open the malware floodgates on your PC
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers are now using fake error messages to trick unsuspecting users into running malicious PowerShell scripts that install malware on their PCs.

Urgent Windows security flaw lets hackers infect your PC over Wi-Fi — update right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Microsoft has fixed a bug in the Windows Wi-Fi driver that can be exploited to infect vulnerable PCs with malware over Wi-Fi.

Hackers target job hunters with dangerous new Windows backdoor — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Looking for a new job now requires an antivirus

90+ malicious Android apps with 5.5m installs found spreading malware on the Play Store — protect yourself now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Malicious apps have been found distributing the Anatsa banking trojan on the Play Store to drain Android users’ bank accounts.

Dangerous new Android banking trojan uses fake Google Play updates to take over your phone — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are using the new Antidot banking trojan to steal text messages, passwords and more from vulnerable Android phones.

This Android malware is stealing passwords by impersonating popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The malicious app used in this new malware campaign hides in plain sight by using the logos, names and icons of other popular apps and services.

Scammers are tricking Android users into installing a fake antivirus app that can drain bank accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
New social engineering campaign uses text messages to trick victims into calling scammers who then have them install a malware-filled app on their phone.
Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox.
Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve!