Malware: News
08 Oct 2024
CybercrimesCybercrime syndicates stole around $37 billion in 2023: Report
Cybercrime syndicates are said to have raked in an estimated $37 billion in 2023, as per a recent report by the United Nations.
27 Sep 2024
GooglePirated movies could expose you to 'Peaklight' malware, warns Google
Google's cybersecurity division, Mandiant, has issued a warning about a new malware strain called Peaklight.
24 Sep 2024
GoogleThis malware has infected 11M Android devices via Play Store
A new variant of the Necro malware for Android, has infected over 11 million devices.
22 Sep 2024
CybercrimesArc browser's unique feature exposed users to potential cyberattacks
The Arc browser, developed by the Browser Company, has been identified as having a significant security flaw.
21 Sep 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft warns US healthcare sector of new ransomware threat
Microsoft has issued a warning about a new ransomware threat targeting the US healthcare sector.
09 Sep 2024
CybercrimesIndians faced over 10M cyberthreats in Q2 2024
A recent report by Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity and digital privacy firm, has revealed that Indian computer users encountered over 10 million cyberthreats during the second quarter of this year.
24 Aug 2024
GoogleBeware! This new Android malware can steal your card details
Cybersecurity experts from ESET have uncovered a new method used by cybercriminals to steal data from smartphone users.
19 Aug 2024
AndroidThis app hides in plain sight, records everything you do
Cybersecurity experts have recently identified a new mobile spyware, known as LianSpy, that specifically targets Android smartphones.
10 Aug 2024
AMDAMD chips have a vulnerability that allows virtually unfixable infections
Security experts Enrique Nissim and Krzysztof Okupski from IOActive, have uncovered a significant vulnerability in AMD processors.
31 Jul 2024
AndroidSMS theft alert: Android users under attack in 113 countries
A global SMS-stealing campaign has been detected, affecting Android devices across 113 countries.
28 Jul 2024
CybersecurityCERT-In warns CrowdStrike users of phishing attacks in India
Indian cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has alerted users about a phishing attack campaign exploiting the recent global Microsoft outage.
25 Jul 2024
CybercrimesFooled by stolen ID, US firm hires North Korean hacker
US-based security vendor, KnowBe4, recently revealed an incident where it unknowingly hired a North Korean hacker.
23 Jul 2024
UkraineThis malware shut down Ukraine's heat and we are worried
In a cyberattack this January, over 600 apartment buildings in Lviv, Ukraine experienced a two-day heating system outage, due to a malware named 'FrostyGoop.'
16 Jul 2024
FacebookHackers using Facebook to infect PCs: How to stay safe
Hackers are exploiting Facebook ads to distribute password-stealing malware targeting Windows PCs, as reported by BleepingComputer.
11 Jul 2024
MicrosoftUnpatched for a year: Windows vulnerability puts users at risk
Researchers from security firm Check Point, have discovered that threat actors have been exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Windows, to target users with malware for over a year before Microsoft fixed it.
26 Jun 2024
Google ChromeBeware! Fake Chrome error messages trick users into installing malware
Cybersecurity experts have warned that Google Chrome users are being targeted by a sophisticated scam, that tricks them into copying and pasting malicious malware onto their computers.
20 Jun 2024
CybersecurityCybersecurity experts warn of new malware targeting Google, Microsoft users
Cybersecurity experts have sounded the alarm over a sophisticated new malware that impersonates Google Chrome and Microsoft Word, with the potential to steal money from Windows owners.
05 Jun 2024
Paris HiltonTikTok suffers cyberattack: Hackers target high-profile accounts via DMs
TikTok has acknowledged a "potential exploit" that is being used to target high-profile accounts, including those of media organizations and celebrities.
12 Mar 2024
XX now overrun with 'Sydney Sweeney leak' malware scams
X is currently grappling with a surge in malware scams, specifically those linked to the trending topic 'Sydney Sweeney leak,' as reported by 404 Media.
25 Feb 2024
GoogleNew Android malware auto-executes itself to steal user data
A new strain of the XLoader malware, also known as MoqHao, is wreaking havoc on Android users by stealing their personal data and sending it to an overseas server.
04 Feb 2024
AppleApple Vision Pro hacked within a day of its launch
A day after Apple's Vision Pro hit the market, MIT microarchitectural security PhD student Joseph Ravichandran announced he had developed a kernel exploit for visionOS.
27 May 2023
Latest Tech News'Daam' malware attack on Android: How to protect your smartphone
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued an advisory regarding malware 'Daam,' which is spreading rapidly and infecting Android mobile devices.
26 May 2023
SmartphonesBeware! This virus can steal your phone data, hack cameras
A new Android malware that has the potential to infect phones and steal sensitive data like call records, contacts, history, and cameras is reportedly spreading and attacking smartphones, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) said in its latest advisory.
02 Mar 2023
CybercrimesCybercrimes surged in 2022; crypto, malware attacks led the way
Cybercrimes have been a cause of worry worldwide over the past few years, and the figures from 2022 are especially worrying.
08 Oct 2022
WhatsAppBeware, Android smartphone users! GB WhatsApp may contain malware
India is one of the largest markets to be exploited by Android malware, says a new report by internet security firm ESET.
21 Aug 2022
AndroidBeware! These malicious apps can harm your Android smartphone
Romania-based internet security researcher Bitdefender has identified 35 malicious applications on Google Play Store that can affect Android smartphones.
18 Jul 2022
AndroidAndroid users beware! Delete these 8 malicious apps immediately
Android users are urged to delete eight applications that might cause severe damage to their devices. There are also chances of fraud.
05 Jul 2022
Android'Toll Fraud' malware detected: How are Android users getting affected
US tech giant Microsoft is warning Android users about a type of malware that can subscribe them to a premium service without their knowledge.
31 Oct 2021
AndroidAbstractEmu Android malware can root your device, lock you out
Security researchers at the Lookout Threat Lab have alerted app stores and the general public of an Android malware dubbed AbstractEmu masquerading as a fully functional security, utility, or privacy app.
25 Oct 2021
Android'Squid Game'-themed apps on Android could steal your money
Netflix's Squid Game web series is all the rage these days and Google's Play Store has not been spared from the hype. There are over 200 Squid Game-themed apps on Android's official app store.
17 Oct 2021
Data LeakCyberattack targets Acer's Indian aftersales systems, steals 60GB of data
Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer Acer, on October 15, confirmed that it had been the victim of a recent cyberattack that targeted its aftersales service systems in India.
01 Oct 2021
AndroidDangerous malware targets over 10 million Android users: Details here
Numerous mobile applications—functioning as Trojans—have been subscribing unsuspecting users to paid services since November 2020, discovered researchers with mobile security company Zimperium.
24 Sep 2021
AndroidNew Android malware steals banking data: Here's how it works
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the Indian government's cybersecurity agency, has warned of a potential threat to Android users.
03 Sep 2021
WhatsAppShould you install WhatsApp mods for personalization features they offer?
WhatsApp is one of the most popular instant messaging services in the market today but for many, its feature set doesn't quite cut it. Enter WhatsApp variations developed by third parties, colloquially called WhatsApp mods (modifications).
01 Aug 2021
SecurityWebsite impersonating Brave browser caught distributing malware via Google ads
Recently, bad actors were caught using Google ads to promote a malware-laden website that impersonated the official website for the Brave browser.
31 Jul 2021
TechnologyResearchers demonstrate that malware can be concealed in neural networks
In our pursuit to develop better software that powers our everyday lives, we seem to have forgotten that malware can be hidden in almost anything that runs on a computer.
05 Jul 2021
AndroidPlay Store delists nine apps spreading Facebook credential-stealing Chinese Trojan
In yet another instance highlighting how easy it is to fall prey to cybercriminals and trojans, Google has just delisted nine apps from the Play Store when they were found to be stealing users' Facebook login credentials.
22 Jun 2021
AndroidUninstall these eight apps with Joker malware immediately!
The infamous Joker trojan is back to haunt Android devices. Eight applications that were known to be spreading the malware have since been removed from the Google Play Store. However, that just prevents new downloads.
01 Mar 2021
India China BorderChinese hackers targeted 12 Indian organizations; infiltrated power sector: Study
Chinese state-sponsored hacker groups have targeted over 12 Indian state-run organizations, primarily power utilities and load dispatch centers since mid-2020, a cyber intelligence company has said in its report.
21 Sep 2020
SecurityIranian hackers develop malware to steal 2FA codes
Often, security experts recommend two-factor authentication (2FA) as a way to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts and services such as Facebook and Instagram.
30 Aug 2020
AndroidGoogle removes deceptive giveaway apps from Play Store
Despite Google's strict review and removal practices, malicious apps have been making their way to the Play Store.
26 Aug 2020
HuaweiSome Chinese smartphones shipped with malware, stole money
Chinese smartphone maker TECNO, known for taking on the likes of budget players in emerging markets, has landed in a major controversy.
30 Jul 2020
AndroidNew Android malware can steal your banking credentials, Government warns
The cybersecurity agency working for the Government of India has raised alarms over a dangerous new strain of malware on Android.
16 Jul 2020
AndroidThis malware can steal passwords, card data from 300+ apps
After Joker, a new strain of malware called 'BlackRock' has surfaced on the internet.
16 Jul 2020
GooglePolice probing origins of money-stealing 'Joker' malware: Details here
Officials from the Maharashtra Police are looking into the origins of a dangerous new malware called 'Joker'.
23 Apr 2020
SecurityCOVID-19 scams are rising drastically: How to protect yourself
In the wake of COVID-19, hackers have started using public fears around the pandemic to carry out malware and phishing attacks.
12 Mar 2020
CybersecurityHackers are infecting PCs, stealing passwords with coronavirus maps
With the worldwide outbreak of coronavirus, organizations have resorted to creating maps indicating the continually evolving situation in every country.
28 Feb 2020
X'Cerberus' malware can steal 2FA codes from Google Authenticator
Google Authenticator offers a secure way to get codes for two-factor authentication, the technique that protects online accounts from third-party hacks.
04 Feb 2020
IBMHackers using fears over coronavirus to spread malware, steal data
After using late basketball legend Kobe Bryant's wallpaper to make money, hackers are now exploiting the deadly outbreak of coronavirus to spread malware.
16 Jan 2020
Security#AndroidAlert: You should delete these 17 apps asap
Even after plenty of complaints/reports over the last few years, Google hasn't been able to get a grip over the problem of malicious apps slipping into the Play Store.
09 Dec 2019
North KoreaWatch out! This Mac malware can carry out stealthy attacks
Often, we run into malware strains designed to compromise computers, steal data from them.
07 Nov 2019
SecurityNow, Google has a 'defense alliance' to fight malware-laced apps
Every now and then, we see reports of malware-laced apps slipping into the Google Play Store.
30 Oct 2019
WhatsAppWhatsApp is suing an Israeli firm for spying on users
Facebook-owned WhatsApp has sued Israeli security firm NSO Group for developing and injecting malware into its messaging service and using the same for spying on over 1,400 people.
18 Oct 2019
SecurityYour PC can be hacked using simple audio files
We have seen cases of malicious images being used to break into computers and steal their data.
04 Jul 2019
Human Rights WatchTourists visiting China are being forced to install 'data-stealing' malware
If you are a privacy freak (like me), visiting China shouldn't be on your travel bucket list.
27 Jun 2019
Iran14-year-old creates dangerous malware, starts bricking thousands of IoT devices
In a strange case, a 14-year-old kid has created a dangerous strain of malware, a program that is spreading in the wild and bricking devices worldwide.
29 Apr 2019
SecurityWhen 'Invisible malware' infect your PC, antivirus can't do anything
If you think your computer's antivirus is strong enough to deal with all sorts of malware and virus attacks, think again!
30 Mar 2019
SecurityWatch out! Hackers are exploiting WordPress sites to spread malware
Next time, when you click on a link served via email, better look at the website it is redirecting you to - as it may install a ransomware/malware on your PC.
26 Mar 2019
AsusHow hackers infected several ASUS PCs using official software update
ASUS, a leading player in the personal computing arena, has suffered from a sophisticated espionage operation.
27 Jan 2019
Google ChromeWatch out! This Trojan spoofs search results to steal cryptocurrency
Researchers at Kaspersky Lab have flagged a new form of Trojan, one that uses disturbing new tricks to steal cryptocurrency.
25 Jan 2019
SecurityWatch out! Anatova is a new ransomware that targets gamers
Researchers at McAfee have flagged a dangerous form of ransomware, one that poses as games and appears to be compromising several users across the world.
12 Jan 2019
IndiaAlcatel smartphones came pre-installed with money-stealing malware
Alcatel smartphones may not be popular in India, but they still sell in big numbers, particularly in emerging markets.
06 Jan 2019
IndiaApps capable of stealing WhatsApp data detected on Play Store
A spyware capable of stealing user data from smartphones, including WhatsApp data, has been flagged on the Google Play Store.
09 Dec 2018
Android22 malicious Android apps you must uninstall right now
Despite Google's efforts to prevent malicious apps from reaching Android devices, some harmful apps still manage to make their way through the Play Store.
21 Nov 2018
GoogleWatch out! Driving games' malware affects over 500,000 Android users
More than half a million Android users have been affected by malicious apps posing as driving games or trucking simulators on Google Play Store.
17 Nov 2018
NoidaSix held in Noida for using malware to dupe foreigners
Six persons were arrested from Noida on Thursday for allegedly using malware to lock up computers of American and Canadian citizens and then demanding money to fix it, police said yesterday.
04 Nov 2018
AndroidApp disguised as currency converter found stealing banking credentials
A seemingly legitimate currency converter app has been caught stealing banking credentials from Android devices.
29 Oct 2018
MicrosoftBing pushed malware when users tried downloading Chrome: Details here
Microsoft's Bing search has been caught serving malware to users who tried downloading Chrome using the company's Edge browser.
13 Oct 2018
AndroidBeware! This malware can compromise your phone, steal banking credentials
Security researchers have flagged a new trojan, one that "pretends" as 'Google Play Marketplace' and can easily compromise your Android device.
28 Sep 2018
AndroidBeware WhatsApp users: This spyware can steal your WhatsApp data
A new Android-based spyware has been spotted on the internet, one that could compromise your smartphone's critical data including your WhatsApp messages, photos, and contacts.
13 Aug 2018
AppleThis bug puts new Apple Mac at risk
While Macs are touted to be one of the most secure devices, the same can't be said for the latest Apple machines.
30 Jul 2018
CryptocurrencyBusinesses beware: New cryptomining malware infects corporate networks worldwide
In the latest instance of cryptojacking, researchers from Kaspersky Lab have found a new cryptomining malware that is spreading itself across corporate networks worldwide.
19 Jul 2018
MumbaiNavi Mumbai hospital under cyber attack, hackers demand bitcoins
A private hospital in Navi Mumbai became the latest prey of hackers after its computer systems came under a malware attack.
14 Jul 2018
IndiaUnknown malware targets iPhones of 13 VVIPs in India
Industry-leading threat intelligence group, Cisco Talos has discovered that a malware was used in a precise, targeted manner to infect 13 iPhones in India and steal data for three years.
29 Jun 2018
India#CareerBytes: These 6 online-courses will make you a cybersecurity expert
Growing dependency on computer systems and Internet has made almost everyone vulnerable to cyber attacks.
08 Jun 2018
United States of AmericaVPNFilter router malware: Capabilities, risks, and reach
On May 25, the FBI had asked US residents to reboot their computers to help destroy a malware that infects routers.
24 May 2018
Russia NewsRussian hackers infect over 500,000 routers worldwide with malware
According to researchers from Cisco's cyber intelligence unit Talos, Russian hackers have infected over 500,000 routers and network devices in at least 54 countries with a sophisticated malware called VPNFilter.
16 May 2018
South AfricaSymantec discovers 45 malicious apps on Google Play Store
Security research firm Symantec has discovered two new sets of malicious apps on the Google Play Store. The first set is of seven apps and the second set is of 38 apps.
