HBO Max’s verified Reddit account compromised to promote 108 malware advertisements
You might often find yourself hesitant when a strange pop-up or an unknown website asks you to download something. But what if the ad is from a legitimate company? That situation is precisely what makes a recent malware campaign involving HBO Max rather alarming. Researchers from Hudson Rock discovered that cybercriminals took control of HBO […]
Phishing scam targets MyChart, compromising patient portal accounts and introducing malware
If you’ve ever checked a lab result or messaged your doctor online, chances are you’re familiar with MyChart. It’s a popular patient portal from Epic that many hospitals and medical practices use to provide patients with online access to their health information. Recently, a patient named Mary reached out with concerns after receiving updates from […]
Fraudulent party invitation emails may download malware onto your computer
You’ve settled down at your computer, maybe feeling good about tackling the inbox. Then, bam! An invitation pops up from someone you know—likely a friend or someone from a familiar group. That recognizable name is enough to put you at ease as you decide to check it out. The email looks all friendly and bright. […]
Guide to antivirus software for protection against malware, ransomware, and scams
Choosing antivirus software can actually feel more complicated than it should be. A lot of product descriptions are often jam-packed with jargon, impressive lab scores, and lengthy lists of features. But really, most of us just want straightforward answers. I mean, does this thing truly help protect my computer without adding hassle to my life? […]
Fraudulent CAPTCHA scheme installs malware when you execute keyboard commands
Everywhere you look, it seems CAPTCHA checks are popping up. You click the box, go on with your day—pretty straightforward, right? But what if instead, you were asked to hit some keys on your keyboard? Maybe you’d need to open a command window and paste something. Strange, I guess, but the page looks convincing enough. […]
Apparel Store Tied to Kash Patel Shuts Down After Promoting Crypto-Thieving Malware
Simply put Based Apparel, linked to FBI Director Kash Patel, has seemingly shut down after concerns arose about its promotion of ClickFix, a type of malware that could empty digital wallets. This malware specifically targeted macOS users, luring them into executing terminal commands that resulted in the theft of session tokens and other cryptographic data. […]
Phony Windows update site discovered to install password-stealing malware
If you’ve ever tried checking for updates and just trusted what appeared, you’re definitely not alone. There’s a new scam that exploits this very behavior. This fraudulent page closely mimics official branding, features a trusted knowledge base number, and prominently displays a familiar blue download button. But what happens once you click that button? Unfortunately, […]
Malware scam exploits CAPTCHA verification tests by pretending to be human
New CAPTCHA Scams to Beware Of There are new scams popping up in places you might not expect. According to security experts, the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), there’s been an uptick in what’s being called ‘CAPTCHA scams.’ This growing threat takes advantage of a simple checkbox that’s normally intended to differentiate between real users […]
Deceptive Google security check scam lures users into installing malware
New Phishing Scam Mimics Google Security Check A recent phishing scam is deceiving users into installing malware by pretending to be a Google account security verification. This fraudulent page presents itself as a legitimate service needing users to enhance their security. It takes you through a seemingly straightforward setup process, aiming to boost your device’s […]
Fraudulent antivirus application poses Android malware risk to mobile devices
Warning About Android Malware Using Hugging Face If you own an Android smartphone, you should pay attention to this. Cybersecurity experts have recently alerted users that hackers are exploiting Hugging Face, a well-liked platform for sharing artificial intelligence tools, to distribute harmful malware that targets Android devices. At first glance, the malware masquerades as a […]