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11 million Android users infected with dangerous Necro trojan — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Necro trojan has resurfaced and is now being injected into legitimate apps by hackers through malicious SDKs.
Think tap to pay is safer? New Android malware uses stolen NFC data to drain your accounts
By Anthony Spadafora published
The newly discovered NGate malware uses a malicious app to relay payment data from a victim’s phone to hackers.
New macOS malware poses as legitimate apps to steal passwords and personal data — how to stay safe
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Security researchers issue public warning about Cthulhu Stealer, a malware-as-a-service sold cheaply to criminals looking to target macOS users
Chrome and Edge users infected with malicious browser extensions that steal your personal data — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Security researchers have discovered a new malware campaign that uses malicious extensions distributed via fake sites impersonating popular software and services.
Dangerous new Android malware drains your bank accounts and completely wipes your device — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers have created a new malware strain that’s being spread through text messages while posing as an Android antivirus app.
This dangerous Android spyware has returned via malicious Play Store apps — delete them right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers used malware droppers to spread the Mandrake Android spyware via the Google Play Store for years.
Macs under threat from info-stealing malware — don’t fall for this Microsoft Teams scam
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mac users trying to download Microsoft Teams could end up with a nasty malware infection thanks to fake ads.
Hackers are using Facebook ads to infect Windows PCs with password-stealing malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals often abuse ads as a means to spread dangerous malware online. A new campaign is targeting Facebook users with Windows PCs.
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