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This dangerous banking trojan now uses scheduled maintenance to hide its malicious activities — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Anatsa banking trojan was recently discovered hiding in a malicious app as part of a new campaign that uses the malware to drain bank accounts.

This Mac malware just got a major upgrade which makes it even harder to delete — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The hackers behind the infamous Atomic Stealer have added a new component to the malware that allows it to maintain persistence on infected Macs.

This spyware is stealing photos on iPhone and Android — protect yourself now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Both iPhones and Android phones are being targeted by the SparkKitty malware which steals photos to find screenshots of crypto recovery phrases.

New FileFix attack brings ClickFix social engineering to Windows File Explorer — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
The ClickFix malware has evolved and can now attack you directly through Windows Explorer.

Godfather malware is now hijacking legitimate banking apps — and you won’t see it coming
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Godfather malware has been upgraded with a new ability that allows it to conduct real-time fraud using virtual versions of financial apps.

Major Windows Secure Boot flaw can be used by hackers to install bootkit malware — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new Secure Boot bypass flaw can be exploited to disable your PC’s security and install bootkit malware that runs every time you turn on your computer.

Macs under threat from new malware campaign impersonating major ISP — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
New malware campaign uses ClickFix social engineering to infect vulnerable Macs with the AtomicStealer malware.

Dangerous new Android malware adds fake contacts to your phone while draining bank accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Crocodilus Android malware now allows hackers to add fake contacts to your phone to make social engineering even easier.
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