McAfee detects access to airport systems on the dark web
For sale only $10. The name of the airport is not known for security reasons, but it is an important international hub. Involved also other governmental realities and the health world.
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VPNFilter: Malware for routers that intercepts data and destroys the device
Discovered by Cisco researchers, the malware is highly sophisticated and can allow attackers to render the device unusable and to perform other criminal actions.
Gaming and E-commerce are the main targets of DDoS attacks
A search by OVH allows to get to know some details about the phenomenon. Last year on average 1800 attacks a day.
Android is as secure as iOS, according to Google
According to an executive of the security team of Android, the green robot is now as safe as iOS, which has a closed nature.
App with cryptocurrency miner removed from the Mac App Store
The miner was not hidden and asked for permission from the user, in exchange for premium features. But two bugs caused unexpected operation and forced the developer to retrace his steps.
Cryptojacking: Infected over 4000 websites with a single attack
The occult mining of CryptoCurrency continues to claim victims. This time the compromise of a plugin allowed to compromise over 4000 sites in one go.
New 0-day flaw in Flash Player used to install remote control tools
A new vulnerability in Flash allows you to install remote administration tools that allow you to take control of the target system. Adobe will run for cover, but the advice is to stop using Flash Player.
Cryptocurrency miners concealed in banners: YouTube is also targeted
Last week a series of banners containing cript mining scripts circulated on YouTube, most of them based on the discussed service offered by Coinhive.
Watch out for this extension for Chrome: it’s malware and cannot be easily removed
MalwareBytes has discovered a new extension for Chromeche that can compromise the browser and potentially spy on the user's web browsing activity.
Satori, the malware that infects PCs dedicated to cryptocurrency mining
It compromises the Claymore Mining software and changes the address of the target wallet with one controlled by the attacker. The diffusion is not clear, but it could be the beginning of a new fashion in the world of cyber threats.
500 thousand downloads for 4 harmful Chrome extensions (already removed)
The extensions identified are part of a campaign that directs the browser in secret on sites full of advertisements, but in expert hands, they could also be used as spy tools.
The worst password of the year 2017
SplashData has compiled as every year the list of the worst passwords used by users. In first place the numerical sequence " 1234562 followed by the word " password ", here is the ranking.
Spyware installed on HP systems slows down the PC: How to remove it
Many customers are reporting that a service installed natively on HP laptops behaves as if it were spyware.
Do you use a dating app? Your safety is at risk
A search by Kaspersky Lab reveals how many of the most popular dating apps in the world do not correctly follow good security practices, exposing their users to data theft and conversations.