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Don’t let your phone get infected with the AhRat malware — delete this screen recorder app now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A screen recorder app that used to be legitimate has turned malicious and is now infecting users with dangerous malware.
Don’t buy these Android TV boxes — they come pre-loaded with malware
By Nick Pino published
If you bought a budget Android TV box from Amazon recently, you need to read this as it may have come pre-loaded with malware.
Super Mario Bros. Movie downloads are infecting pirates with malware
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers often use popular movies like The Super Mario Bros. Movie as a means of infecting unsuspecting users with malware.
This new Android malware is stealing passwords and 2FA codes — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
The new FluHorse malware is being spread through a phishing campaign that tricks users into installing malicious apps impersonating legitimate ones.
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.
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