ClickFix attacks just got a major upgrade to trick you into infecting your computer with malware — don't fall for this

ClickFix style attacks now includes video tutorials and OS recognition in order to fool victims into downloading malware onto ...

ClickFix malware attacks evolve with multi-OS support, video tutorials

ClickFix attacks have evolved to feature videos that guide victims through the self-infection process, a timer to pressure ...

Russian hackers hit Windows machines via Linux VMs with new custom malware

Russian hackers known as Curly COMrades have been seen hiding their malware in Linux-based virtual machines (VM) deployed on ...
AOL

Unmasking the threat: A deep dive into what is computer malware

Computer malware is every bit as scary as it sounds. Fortunately, when you understand what it is and how to prevent it, your computing experience becomes much less stressful. So, what is malware?

Gootloader malware is back with new tricks after 7-month break

The Gootloader malware loader operation has returned after a 7-month absence and is once again performing SEO poisoning to ...
Polygon

Malware plucks at the bland horrors of the computer desktop

It's impossible to feel nostalgic about malware. I've been trying all week, and it's just not happening. Remember those illicit programs that came piggybacking in on dodgy installers or laced ...
Ars Technica

Nearly 1 million Windows devices targeted in advanced “malvertising” spree

Nearly 1 million Windows devices were targeted in recent months by a sophisticated “malvertising” campaign that surreptitiously stole login credentials, cryptocurrency, and other sensitive information ...
Ars Technica

USB worm unleashed by Russian state hackers spreads worldwide

A group of Russian-state hackers known for almost exclusively targeting Ukrainian entities has branched out in recent months, either accidentally or purposely, by allowing USB-based espionage malware ...
PC World

7 warning signs your computer was hacked — and what to do

Your antivirus will protect you from many online threats, but no antivirus is perfect. Truth is, your PC can still be hacked even if you’re using reputable security software with a solid track record.

'Dante' Malware reportedly targeted Chrome users through zero-day exploit

Google Chrome is generally thought of as a pretty safe browser to use, but that doesn't make it an impenetrable fortress, and ...
Computer Weekly

Over half of SME cyber incidents now ‘malware-free’

The age of malware-driven cyber attacks has peaked, at least when it comes to incidents affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), where over half (56%) of attacks observed in the third ...