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The Best Mac Antivirus Protection of 2017
Despite what you may have heard, your Apple computer isn't immune to malware. We tested the top programs to find the ones that will keep your Mac the …
Security3 best free anti-virus software to protect your computer
With news this week of the “FruitFly 2” malware – which can remotely take control of a Mac’s webcam, mouse, or keyboards – and recurring ransomware attacks on PCs, free antivirus software can be a godsend.<p>So, what should an antivirus program do? Getting rid of existing malware is just the …
Anti-Virus SoftwareBest Free Antivirus 2017: Avast, AVG, Avira and Windows Defender tested | Trusted Reviews
<b>Best Free Antivirus 2017: We look at the four best free anti-malware solutions on the market right now.</b><p>Antivirus might not be as vitally important to …
SecurityAchilles, Aeris, and SeaPea Are 3 CIA Tools for Hacking Mac and POSIX Systems
Today, Wikileaks published more documents part of its Vault 7 CIA exposé series, revealing new manuals for three tools named Achilles, Aeris, and …
SecurityWikiLeaks Publishes New 'Vault 7' Exploits Tested on Older Macs Running Snow Leopard and Lion
Earlier in March, WikiLeaks began "Vault 7," a project focused on sharing exploits created and used by the United States Central Intelligence Agency, beginning with leaking 8,761 documents discovered within an isolated network in Langley, Virginia. Following the release of iOS-related documents, as …
SecurityAntivirus Software Cloud Use Exposes Customers to Data Exfiltration
Research presented at Black Hat conference contends that at least four antivirus companies’ products use cloud sandboxes that could be exploited by …
Enterprise TechStitch – a Python written cross platform RAT
<b>Stitch – RAT – v1.0.3.3</b>Overview:What is Stitch? Stitch is a Python written cross platform RAT (remote administration tool) that is capable of:• Command …
Python ProgrammingKaspersky's Free Antivirus Software Rolling Out Worldwide
The free version includes 'all the bare essentials,' including file, email, instant message, and web antivirus.<p>If you need antivirus protection, but …
Anti-Virus SoftwareKaspersky’s free antivirus software is now available globally
Following a year-and-a-half of testing in a few select regions, the free antivirus software from Kaspersky Lab is now available worldwide. Although …
Anti-Virus SoftwareAuthor of Nanocore RAT Pleads Guilty in Court
The author of the very popular Nanocore RAT has pleaded guilty this week, admitting to developing malware that was used by other crooks to infect …
SecurityKaspersky Labs rolls out free antivirus software
Artificial intelligence buzzwords such as "deep learning" and "neural networks" seem to be showing up all of the place these days, and Kaspersky Labs …
Anti-Virus SoftwareMac malware that let its operator spy on its victims went unnoticed for years
A nasty piece of Mac malware has been spying on hundreds of victims' computers — and it went unnoticed for years.<p>That's according to Synack security researcher Patrick Wardle, who spoke to both Ars Technica and ZDNet about his findings ahead of a talk at the Defcon hacker conference on Wednesday.<p>A …
SecurityOld Mac malware can take over your webcam, capture keystrokes
Security researchers have discovered a mysterious strain of malware that allows hackers to take over the webcam, keyboard, and other resources on your Mac.<p>The malware is believed to be at least five years old, but it has gone unnoticed until now.<p>As the macOS user base continues to rise, the number …
SecurityWhat you really need to know about malware
The internet is all fun and games—until it’s not. Contracting malware can ruin more than your day. It can destroy your files and give criminals all …
SecurityKaspersky launches its free antivirus software worldwide
Kaspersky has finally launched its free antivirus software after a year-and-a-half of testing it in select regions. While the software was only available in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, China and in Nordic countries during its trial run, Kaspersky is releasing it worldwide. The free antivirus doesn't …
Long-form JournalismWikiLeaks releases documents provided to the CIA by Raytheon for developing malware
WikiLeaks has released five documents that private defense contractor Raytheon Blackbird Technologies provided to the CIA towards building the <b>UMBRAGE</b> …
SecuritySLocker is Android ransomware, spreading faster with more variants
What is ransomware? In its simplest form, it is malicious software that is installed on your device and it encrypts all you data, making it …
SecurityNew Details Emerge About Scary Apple Mac Threat Fruitfly
Earlier this year, a dangerous malware named Fruitfly that targeted Mac computers was identified. Now months later, a security researcher has …
SecurityAmerican Mac Computers Hacked With ‘FruitFly’ Surveillance Malware
<i>CBS Local–</i> American Apple Mac computers have been hacked with FruitFly malware, Forbes reports.The hack is thought to be for surveillance as hackers …
SecurityTrojanDownloader:Win32/Cryxos.B
Description published Jul 19, 2017|Description updated Jul 20, 2017<p><b>Also detected as:</b> No associated aliases<p>Summary<p>Windows Defender Antivirus detects …
SecurityMac malware caught silently spying on computer users
Mac users typically think they're immune to malware. But a new strain used for spying reminds us even Macs can be compromised<b>.</b><p>Researchers have found an unusual piece of malware, called FruitFly, that's been infecting some Mac computers for years.<p>FruitFly operates quietly in the background, spies on …
SecurityHere's the easiest way to avoid malware on an Apple device
Malware targeting Apple smartphones and tablets is on the rise - here's the simplest way to avoid it.
SecurityThis Worm Virus Forced Windows Users to Watch 'Homestar Runner'
The W32/Lacon-A virus was a worm making the rounds in the early to mid-2000s. Looking back at it today, it's packed with nostalgia, from spam emails about the Do Not Call registry to a Homestar Runner cameo.<p>Malware historian danooct1 demonstrates the virus in the latest video of his long-running …
SecurityBeware of dodgy online software: How to protect your computer from malicious attack
Money Doctor Fergus Muirhead looks at how we can avoid the Malware, Ransomware, Adware and Spyware that aims to steal our hard-earned cash.<p>One of the …
SecurityAntimalware and cybersecurity portal - Windows Defender Security Intelligence
Pause<p>Learn about ransomware<p>Get everything you need to know about ransomware<p>Avoid tech support scams<p>Understand how scammers trick you into paying for …
SecurityRootkits
What is a rootkit?<p>Malware authors use rootkits to hide malware on your PC. Malware hidden by rootkits often monitor, filter, and steal your data or …
SecurityProtecting Your Computer with Free Software
<b>Q.</b> <i>Are those free PC antivirus programs safe to use?</i><p><b>A.</b> The web is full of choices, but if you are looking for free protection for your computer, go with a program from an established security software company. You can find roundups and reviews online and the AV-Test.org site has a list of well-known …
How to Update Adobe Flash in Chrome Browser
The Chrome web browser is perhaps best suited for running Adobe Flash because Chrome sandboxes the Flash player plugin, making it a bit more secure. …
SoftwareGoogle hid a fail-safe in Android 7.1 that could protect you from malware
Google hid a clever feature in its latest Android 7.1 Nougat operating system that helps frantic users exit apps that may be trying to hijack their …
Gear & GadgetsAndroid Users Spread App Which Empties Bank Accounts
A new virus which installs an app for stealing money via SMS banking is afflicting Android users.
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