<![CDATA[ Latest from Tom's Guide in Malware-adware ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/internet/online-security/malware-adware Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:28:35 +0000 en <![CDATA[ 100 million Mac users at risk: Hackers are hijacking ‘verified’ apps to sneak past your Mac’s security ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/100-million-mac-users-at-risk-hackers-are-hijacking-verified-apps-to-sneak-past-your-macs-security mADEmWGdYnFjhUyi657Nt5 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:28:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dangerous new NoVoice Android malware could be undeletable on older phones — check your settings right now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/50-malicious-apps-with-2-3-million-downloads-infecting-android-phones-with-undeletable-malware-what-to-do-now GNAtPyVAap6knEC4CeKFAj Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:06:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ Google Drive just rolled out new tools to protect you from ransomware — here's how they work ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/google-drive-just-rolled-out-new-tools-to-protect-you-from-ransomware-heres-how-they-work H9uD8yTpb2cgLZxQRDBAWE Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:29:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ This dangerous iPhone spyware can completely disable Apple's privacy indicators and spy on you in secret ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-dangerous-iphone-spyware-can-completely-disable-apples-privacy-indicators-and-spy-on-you-in-secret teRjLhh2MFegENfmAdY9ka Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:07:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Multiple Android devices found to have dangerous built-in backdoor: how to know if yours is safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/dangerous-new-keenadu-malware-found-pre-installed-on-cheap-android-phones-and-tablets-how-to-stay-safe VK7RU3JGPK5ZqTyiUWFpng Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:22:16 +0000 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:00:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ A new spyware called ZeroDayRat can take over your iPhone or Android via text — here is how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-zerodayrat-spyware-gives-hackers-total-control-over-your-iphone-or-android-and-it-all-starts-with-a-text 7HTzPKW4JhAdSb2myTNWM3 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:01:44 +0000 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:35:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Total phone hijack: New Hugging Face malware grants hackers full remote access ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hugging-face-ai-platform-used-to-deliver-android-malware-via-fake-apps-dont-fall-for-this xJemxwEz8UiTfrFZWccbX8 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:49:16 +0000 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:22:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Malicious Zoom Stealer extensions can leak your private meeting details — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/malicious-zoom-stealer-extensions-can-leak-your-private-meeting-details-how-to-stay-safe nDMgUNKSLPjs2uTTSf6GbR Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:36:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ New malware uses infected VPN apps to take over your device — here's how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-malware-uses-infected-vpn-apps-to-take-over-your-device-heres-how-to-stay-safe oESx9aG4wa2KTHGBa7SMpk Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:47:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are using the Amazon Appstore to spread malware — delete this malicious app now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/amazon-appstore-used-to-spread-android-malware-delete-this-malicious-app-right-now 964Micj5AMdDzg8bC2xsa Thu, 19 Dec 2024 22:07:49 +0000 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:03:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ Only 3 of the top 150 Android apps can detect reverse engineering tool Frida — here's why that's bad ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/only-3-of-the-top-150-android-apps-can-detect-reverse-engineering-tool-frida-heres-why-thats-bad ESibXDHaiSYpEgPibGwmCn Fri, 13 Dec 2024 15:05:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are posing as job recruiters to spread a dangerous banking trojan and steal your money — don’t fall for this ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-posing-as-job-recruiters-to-spread-a-dangerous-banking-trojan-and-steal-your-money-dont-fall-for-this TTTchEg29C2L3yxXSMrEEG Wed, 11 Dec 2024 04:30:12 +0000 Sat, 14 Dec 2024 00:59:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ I used iVerify’s $1 app to scan my iPhone for the dangerous Pegasus spyware — here's what happened ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/dangerous-pegasus-spyware-could-be-hiding-on-your-iphone-this-usd1-app-can-find-it U4jmErHcAs2XLFBnPHEqFF Wed, 04 Dec 2024 19:29:52 +0000 Sat, 07 Dec 2024 07:16:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are now using corrupted files to bypass your antivirus software — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-now-using-corrupted-files-to-bypass-your-antivirus-software-how-to-stay-safe mCAjzqAdR2v6Swrc26UTUn Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:38:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a security editor and I just found the best antivirus Cyber Monday deals for up to 85% off ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/black-friday-antivirus-deals-2024 Kfbo384rzSLcBA3coTfvrT Mon, 25 Nov 2024 21:27:40 +0000 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:13:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ This popular Windows utility for ZIP files has a dangerous vulnerability ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-popular-windows-utility-for-zip-files-has-a-dangerous-vulnerability eC2He7fPZFWgKiMXpCu2RM Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:51:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ iOS 18.1.1 is live with critical security fixes — update your iPhone right now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/ios-18-1-1-is-live-with-critical-security-fixes-update-your-iphone-right-now d4uwtqQYETXsY84GcZes23 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 22:25:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ This fake AI image generator is pushing info-stealing malware onto Macs and PCs ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-fake-ai-image-generator-is-pushing-info-stealing-malware-onto-macs-and-pcs HZ4GVS5KXHzixBm9Np9r9Z Mon, 18 Nov 2024 23:21:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ This nasty Android trojan is hijacking calls to your bank and sending them to hackers — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-nasty-android-trojan-is-hijacking-calls-to-your-bank-and-sending-them-to-hackers-how-to-stay-safe fNne9rakerSzGSUYwK2gvc Wed, 30 Oct 2024 23:07:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Android banking trojan uses a fake lock screen to steal your PIN and your cash — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-dangerous-android-banking-trojan-now-shows-a-fake-lock-screen-to-steal-your-pin-and-your-cash-dont-fall-for-this wTgvpT3PEbskMDLNP2SfGH Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:23:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ This nasty Android adware is making phones unusable — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-nasty-android-adware-is-making-phones-unusable-how-to-stay-safe nby7oRjD87Buu768Kp66jV Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:19:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ Octo2 banking trojan is taking over Android phones and stealing cash — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-android-banking-trojan-just-got-a-serious-upgrade-to-take-over-your-phone-and-it-now-hides-in-legitimate-apps 2MyVFte2MdykVDno94yDvR Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:08:51 +0000 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:23:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ 11 million Android users infected with dangerous Necro trojan — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/11-million-android-users-infected-with-dangerous-necro-trojan-how-to-stay-safe pKVgUebWvderL72JDx7he5 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:24:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Think tap to pay is safer? New Android malware uses stolen NFC data to drain your accounts ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/think-tap-to-pay-is-safer-new-android-malware-uses-stolen-nfc-data-to-drain-your-accounts ssBMZaKz3Mv9ukiYwxanf5 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 16:38:58 +0000 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 18:42:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ New macOS malware poses as legitimate apps to steal passwords and personal data — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-macos-malware-poses-as-legitimate-apps-to-steal-passwords-crypto-wallets-and-more-how-to-stay-safe uZuneDmrAqczpoCymhXdT9 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 16:36:15 +0000 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 18:12:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ Chrome and Edge users infected with malicious browser extensions that steal your personal data — what to do now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/chrome-and-edge-users-infected-with-malicious-browser-extensions-that-steal-your-personal-data-what-to-do-now pzZoxxZe9JRfZhiKdEqhn Mon, 12 Aug 2024 22:34:05 +0000 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:22:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dangerous new Android malware drains your bank accounts and completely wipes your device — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-android-malware-drains-your-bank-accounts-and-completely-wipes-your-device-how-to-stay-safe xqkWfF2kdKHzoXt8pT7cdY Thu, 01 Aug 2024 21:43:25 +0000 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 17:28:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ This dangerous Android spyware has returned via malicious Play Store apps — delete them right now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-dangerous-android-spyware-has-returned-via-malicious-play-store-apps-delete-them-right-now X3YMDPb5FofXr7FHukywqM Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:49:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Macs under threat from info-stealing malware — don’t fall for this Microsoft Teams scam ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/macs-under-threat-from-info-stealing-malware-dont-fall-for-this-microsoft-teams-scam aeoDKvYGrFokE3jPkkZGn6 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:55:14 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are using Facebook ads to infect Windows PCs with password-stealing malware — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-using-facebook-ads-to-infect-windows-pcs-with-password-stealing-malware-how-to-stay-safe kd4GebZC3WWm6QW9XsZERo Mon, 15 Jul 2024 16:07:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ Apple issues urgent spyware warning for iPhone users in 98 countries — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/apple-issues-new-spyware-warning-for-iphone-users-in-98-countries-how-to-stay-safe udfxx6W9wtdHKsPNY2oH6S Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:59:08 +0000 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:25:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ Downloading this popular new browser could leave your Mac with a nasty malware infection — don’t fall for this ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/downloading-this-new-mac-browser-could-leave-you-with-a-nasty-malware-infection-dont-fall-for-this hYKdhTZpdYSe79bRnzb4WM Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:21:54 +0000 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:21:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are now using 'malware cluster bombs' in their attacks — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-now-using-malware-cluster-bombs-in-their-attacks-how-to-stay-safe TTNzqg4zhDVEpP7AkJvXzY Sat, 29 Jun 2024 06:45:51 +0000 Sat, 29 Jun 2024 06:55:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ Medusa banking trojan returns to steal your passwords and cash — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/medusa-banking-trojan-returns-and-can-now-hide-its-malicious-activities-in-plain-sight-how-to-stay-safe Nwgrf8yiqkXMmeKU2f7ydh Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:26:59 +0000 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:44:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ransomware gang claims cyber attack on Federal Reserve ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/ransomware-gang-claims-cyber-attack-on-federal-reserve FHodv6DhxmyL5VzxTSgyCA Tue, 25 Jun 2024 13:00:44 +0000 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 13:01:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ Over 280 million at risk from malware-filled Chrome extensions — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/malware-filled-extensions-are-a-chrome-threat-you-cant-ignore-reportedly-installed-by-280-million-over-the-last-three-years eMPdRJ9DbbWyij8gBNxGC Mon, 24 Jun 2024 19:57:48 +0000 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:46:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ Chrome security alert — clicking this error will open the malware floodgates on your PC ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-using-fake-chrome-word-and-onedrive-errors-to-trick-people-into-installing-malware-how-to-stay-safe MCKkstYQ9UbcA7eG26DN2V Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:36:40 +0000 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 19:41:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ Urgent Windows security flaw lets hackers infect your PC over Wi-Fi — update right now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/urgent-windows-security-flaw-lets-hackers-infect-your-pc-over-wi-fi-update-right-now SgLTG2TYx7GcPyZkdBpgPj Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:07:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers target job hunters with dangerous new Windows backdoor — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-target-job-hunters-with-dangerous-new-windows-backdoor-how-to-stay-safe LL75hzuMa2Ch5rVAWtGYDe Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:27:18 +0000 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:27:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ 90+ malicious Android apps with 5.5m installs found spreading malware on the Play Store — protect yourself now ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/nearly-100-malicious-apps-with-55-million-installs-spreading-malware-on-play-store-protect-yourself-now CsNMhARjQxtXc5efsQ6ZH7 Wed, 29 May 2024 22:17:18 +0000 Thu, 30 May 2024 03:30:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dangerous new Android banking trojan uses fake Google Play updates to take over your phone — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/dangerous-new-android-banking-trojan-uses-fake-google-play-updates-to-take-over-your-phone-how-to-stay-safe dAd7G4Vh7Le4fop9tXS3uL Tue, 28 May 2024 20:30:19 +0000 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:38:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Android malware is stealing passwords by impersonating popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-android-malware-is-stealing-passwords-by-impersonating-popular-apps-like-instagram-and-snapchat-how-to-stay-safe 8D4aQnZ8kde4bcMePv4Ry6 Sat, 11 May 2024 04:45:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Scammers are tricking Android users into installing a fake antivirus app that can drain bank accounts — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/scammers-are-tricking-android-users-into-installing-a-fake-antivirus-app-thats-actually-malware-how-to-stay-safe x3UqZqdG8DCg5uuKXethCg Mon, 06 May 2024 21:56:00 +0000 Wed, 08 May 2024 14:26:24 +0000 <![CDATA[ New Cuckoo macOS malware can take over all Macs and steals your passwords too — don’t fall for this ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-cuckoo-macos-malware-can-take-over-all-macs-and-steals-your-passwords-too-dont-fall-for-this YB7htQvyVZ4FpPXvvBXreJ Mon, 06 May 2024 17:19:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ New Android security flaw lets hackers seize control of apps — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-android-security-flaw-lets-hackers-seize-control-of-apps-uninstall-these-immediately gcnAdqKvV4ZecMoP2qd86U Sun, 05 May 2024 15:29:23 +0000 Mon, 06 May 2024 15:03:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are using fake apps to distribute this dangerous Mac malware — don’t fall for this ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-using-fake-apps-to-distribute-this-dangerous-mac-malware-dont-fall-for-this bK5U3meBETmmRm9rugQrw6 Fri, 03 May 2024 16:46:40 +0000 Fri, 03 May 2024 20:24:34 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dangerous new Wpeeper Android malware adds a backdoor to your phone to steal your data — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/dangerous-new-wpeeper-android-malware-adds-a-backdoor-to-your-phone-to-steal-your-data-how-to-stay-safe hPf9upUtKxGbHrMyrFqCf6 Wed, 01 May 2024 18:14:04 +0000 Sun, 05 May 2024 17:12:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ New 'Brokewell' Android malware can steal user data and access banking apps ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/new-brokewell-malware-targets-android-users-with-fake-google-chrome-updates mYQndK6VQPmKHBL62xpTmD Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:29:58 +0000 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 21:17:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ This new Android banking trojan impersonates Chrome to steal your money — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/this-new-android-banking-trojan-impersonates-chrome-to-steal-your-money-how-to-stay-safe UknkxNJcvo2yzoqLGTbUdT Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:18:53 +0000 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:57:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hackers are using this little-known file type to drop a nasty Windows worm on vulnerable PCs — how to stay safe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/malware-adware/hackers-are-using-this-little-know-file-type-to-drop-a-nasty-windows-worm-on-vulnerable-pcs-how-to-stay-safe mhct4HA9bqs5T6rpdez2iH Wed, 10 Apr 2024 21:52:13 +0000 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 21:52:17 +0000