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‘Microsoft tech support’ scam captured on video
For those of us working in the IT industry, we get used to removing viruses and malware from plenty of machines on a regular basis. Malware is a huge problem that seems to only be getting worse. Part of the problem is a lack of…
Ransomware Attacks Appear To Be Getting Worse!
For those of you not familiar with exactly what Ransomware is/does, here’s the current Wikipedia definition: “Ransomware comprises a class of malware which restricts access to the computer system that it infects, and demands a ransom paid to the creator of the malware in order…
Can You Tell The Difference Between Real vs. Rogue Security Software?
Rogue security software, also known as fake antivirus software or “scareware”, has been one of the most popular methods used by online criminals in recent years to fool computer users into installing malware and/or divulge confidential information. Rogue AV software typically mimics the general look…
Also posted in Exploits, Microsoft Windows, Vulnerabilities, Web Security
Tagged Drive By Downloads, Exploits, Fake AV, Rogue AV
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How Cyber-criminals Steal Money From Bank Accounts.
Here’s a great info-graphic from the security researchers at F-Secure that explains how cyber-criminals steal money from bank accounts. The original post can be found here.
Also posted in Exploits, Vulnerabilities, Web Security
Tagged Bank Account Theft, Bank Virus, Banking Trojans, F-Secure, Info Stealers, Key Loggers
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Microsoft Security Essentials Fails To Meet AV-TEST Standards
Researchers at the independent anti-virus testing firm AV-TEST released their latest batch of tests in which they report Microsoft Security Essentials was only able to detect 64% of zero-day threats when running in Windows 7.
Fighting cybercrime
I recently stumbled across a fantastic article written by Marcin Kleczynsk that I’d like to share with our readers. Mr. Kleczynsk is the CEO of Malwarebytes, a provider of highly effective, award winning anti-malware solutions. Here’s the original article: Fighting cybercrime: How to avoid malware and other computer viruses…
Also posted in Exploits, Vulnerabilities, Web Security
Tagged Cyber Security, Cybercrime, Malware, Malwarebytes, MBAM, Viruses
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DNS Check Tools
Time is running out! It’s VERY important to make sure your computers aren’t infected with the DNSChanger malware before the government shuts down the temporary servers. It’s easy to check and it only takes a few seconds. There are plenty of utilities available, and while The…
Also posted in Exploits, Virus Outbreak Alerts, Vulnerabilities, Web Security
Tagged DNS Changer, DNS Check, F-Secure
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Basic Anti-Virus vs. Multi-Functional Anti-Virus
Are your computers adequately protected? If your answer is along the lines of “I have installed AV (free or paid), and now I don’t have to worry about security anymore”—then I’m afraid you are wrong. There are no 100% effective anti-virus solutions that excuse the need for consumers and…
Also posted in Exploits, Technology Trends, Web Security
Tagged AVG, AVG Free, Free AV, Microsoft Security Essentials, Security Software, Sophos
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Over 600,000 Macs Infected With Flashback Trojan
Macs have recently been the target of a widespread malware program called “Flashback.” Two antivirus companies, Doctor Web and Kaspersky Lab, independently confirmed on Wednesday and Friday, respectively, that well over 600,000 Mac computers have been infected with the latest variant of the Flashback Trojan horse. Flashback…
Fake AVG Scam on Twitter
There’s been a spike of activity recently regarding AVG and its products. The tweets contain a link, hidden by a link-shortener and encourages users to go a website made-up to look exactly like the official AVG site.
Also posted in Exploits, Social Networks, Virus Outbreak Alerts, Vulnerabilities, Web Security
Tagged AVG, AVG Free, AVG Scam on Twitter, Fake AV, Twitter
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