CVE-2016-5195 is a Linux vulnerability in the wild which is most likely found in every Linux version for the last nine years. Linux users should consider installing a security patch immediately. The vulnerability is a Kernel Local Privilege Escalation one…
Suppteam01@india.com is the name given to a cryptovirus that mimics the Cryptolocker ransomware. As it is not the first copycat and there are no other distinguishable characteristics for this virus except the email given as a contact detail, researchers named…
The Crypt888 ransomware cryptovirus is back and has a new variant called “Aviso”. The new variant targets users from Brazil, hence the ransom note is written in Portuguese. Aviso means “Warning” in Portuguese. The ransom note starts with that word…
InternetSpeedPilot.com is the web address for a browser hijacker named Internet Speed Pilot. The developers of the hijacker work for the company known as SaferBrowser. The company is famous for its browser hijacker applications. The undesirable software changes the new…
Yet another virus from the XTBL ransomware variants has popped out into the open. Similar to other XTBL variants this virus also encrypts the files of the infected computer making them no longer openable. A ransom note is left after…
Image Source: Ransowmare.it Users on security forums and system administrators have complained about new “Parisher” ransomware that attacks primarily archives amongst other files it encrypts. The virus aims to render all files no longer usable by encrypting them after which…
Cocoslim98 is a newly emerged cryptovirus, which is called like that, because of the email that it leaves for contacting the criminals behind it. Malware researchers say that its real name is “Rotor”. The virus will encrypt files on a…
The 3rd largest bank in India – Axis Bank has suffered a data breach according to latest reports. The bank representatives have reported that no financial losses have happened. However, it is yet to be revealed whether sensitive information has…
Traffic.io is one of the domains for a platform known as Traffic Exchange. Advertisements and redirects are being generated and spread across websites to boost the traffic of other sites. An adware application adding the domain to your browsers exists…
An update has been made to the latest version of Cerber Ransomware which many seem to call “4.0” using the distinctive README.hta type of files and random file extensions after it encrypts a file. The new update of the virus…
What Is ISpy Keylogger? Keylogging software called iSpy has been released in several versions and is constantly tracked by malware researchers because of its high level of demand. The software is sold online as a part of a scheme to…
The new iOS 10 operating system did prove to be a bit less secure because of the fact that some features in it were lacking in comparison to the earlier version of iOS(9). This plus the rewards for hacking an…
Yeabests.top is one of the domains for the browser hijacker Uportal. Copyrighted by ESOffers Network Co., Limited, that is believed to be the company that developed it. The hijacker can redirect you and shows the search results of “Plus! Network”…
A fake Viber double has been reported to steal financial information from infected Android devices according to malware researchers. The app is distributed via third-party services that advertise it, and most Android users are protected as long as they do…
Windowssupporthelp247.com is a website revolving around a tech support scam. The site uses the 1-800-723-4210 phone number as a contact. The con artists behind this scam could be cold calling you from that number. You can witness redirects when browsing…
Would anyone be surprised with the news that the U.K.’s spy agencies (GCHQ and MI5) breached the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) by covertly collecting bulk data about British citizens’ communications (content excluded)? This is exactly what a U.K.…
Many speculations have arisen on the web concerning the cryptocurrency Ethereum also known as Ether. Many believe that this cryptocurrency has several features that allow it to use the full potential of the blockchain to maximize security. This and the…
New ransomware threat has been detected, this time targeting websites. Dubbed JapanLocker by researchers, the virus aims to display a “LockeD” message asking to contact the e-mail address japanlocker@hotmail.com to unlock the website. This Ransomware is nothing new, but it…
LinkSwift.co is the official website for a software spreading advertisements and redirects. Thus, it is considered adware. All advertisements can appear in the form of pop-ups, banners or other advert types. Quick and easy Web navigation is offered by the…
YourTelevisionCenter.com is the domain for a browser hijacker named Your Television Center. The developer of the hijacker is the SaferBrowser company. That developer is notorious for its browser hijackers. The unwanted program changes the new tab window, homepage, and search…
