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This popular Windows utility for ZIP files has a dangerous vulnerability

By Amber Bouman Published

Windows now lets you extract ZIP files right from File Explorer but if you're still using 7-Zip to do so, you need to update the app immediately.

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iOS 18.1.1 is live with critical security fixes — update your iPhone right now

By Amber Bouman Published

Apple has released updates for iOS and iPadOS to address two critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers if left unpatched.

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This fake AI image generator is pushing info-stealing malware onto Macs and PCs

By Amber Bouman Published

Hackers are using AI tools as a lure in their attacks and downloading this fake AI image generator will leave your PC or Mac with a nasty malware infection.

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This nasty Android trojan is hijacking calls to your bank and sending them to hackers — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora Published

The FakeCall banking trojan is back with new capabilities and now it can redirect calls to your bank directly to hackers to steal your financial info.

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This Android banking trojan uses a fake lock screen to steal your PIN and your cash — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

The TrickMo banking trojan is back with upgraded capabilities that make it easier for hackers to use it to commit on-device fraud from vulnerable Android phones.

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This nasty Android adware is making phones unusable — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora Published

The MobiDash Android adware has returned and is targeting users through phishing emails and posts on Facebook.

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Octo2 banking trojan is taking over Android phones and stealing cash — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

After its source code leaked earlier this year, the Octo malware is back with a new version that can completely take over infected Android phones remotely.

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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.

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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.

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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

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