by Monique L. McGuire | Apr 3, 2020 | Technology News
Security researchers have discovered a new malware scam capable of locking Window users out of their PCs – the first of its kind to play on fears surrounding the ongoing pandemic. Referred to as MBRLockers, this group of malware substitutes the Windows Master Boot Record (MBR), preventing the operating system from starting up as usual. […]
by Monique L. McGuire | Mar 30, 2020 | Technology News
While the world grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, hackers are reportedly using infection-related emails as a hook for a new phishing campaign. A coronavirus-themed attack is looking to steal personal information from victims, including cryptocurrency wallets,...
by Monique L. McGuire | Mar 26, 2020 | Technology News
Hackers are targeting several popular router brands in an attempt to hijack devices and gain access to home networks. Research from Bitdefender found that criminals are hacking into devices and changing DNS settings to show browser alerts telling users to download...
by Monique L. McGuire | Mar 26, 2020 | Technology News
Cybercriminals continue to leverage the ongoing coronavirus outbreak for their own gain by launching numerous scam campaigns which use Covid-19 as a lure to trick users into installing a variety of malware and data stealers. In the latest scam, discovered by...
by Monique L. McGuire | Mar 24, 2020 | Technology News
The ongoing coronavirus outbreak has led many businesses and organizations to shut down across the globe but the same can’t be said for cybercriminals who have used the crisis as a means to profit. New research from Check Point has revealed that malware...
