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Microsoft OneNote files are once again being used to spread malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are now using malicious OneNote files to infect users with malware after Microsoft disabled macros in its Office software.
Prilex malware can steal your credit card at checkout — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Prilex malware can now trick unsuspecting shoppers into inserting or swiping their credit card at checkout instead of using tap to pay.
New Mimic ransomware can hold your files for hostage fast
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Mimic ransomware is even faster than previous strains because it uses a third-party Windows search tool to see which files it can lock without preventing your PC from turning on.
This Windows malware is stealing passwords and other data — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new malware strain called PY#RATION is being spread through phishing emails to steal passwords from Windows users.
This malware collects enough info to steal your identity — and it’s hiding in downloads for popular apps
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers continue to use fake ads to redirect users trying to download popular apps to phishing pages that actually spread malware.
Macs are under attack from this Windows malware — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mac users are currently being targeted in a new malware campaign that overwrites their documents and uses them to spread the Dridex malware.
This Android malware is spreading like wildfire after going open source – how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals are using CypherRat’s to create malicious apps after the malware’s source code was posted online by its creator.
Hackers are using one of Microsoft’s own tools to spread malware – what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Windows Problem Reporting is a tool from Microsoft that ships with Windows which is now being used by unknown hackers to spread the Pupy RAT malware.
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