Tag Archives: Malware

Android Malware steals your money, then wipes your phone

For years, malware has been an issue for computers. While there are different levels of severity, it is extremely dangerous when targeting your smartphone. Apple’s closed ecosystem is incredibly protective. It has few checks and balances. As a result, it’s very difficult for hackers to infiltrate Apple products and leave malware behind. Unfortunately, Android is…

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New Windows malware strain creeps quietly past your antivirus

Security researchers have discovered a new malware campaign that uses code signing certificates and other techniques to avoid detection by antivirus software. A recent blog post from Elastic Security, the cybersecurity firm, reveals that its researchers discovered a cluster of malicious activity after reviewing its threat prevention telemetry. Cybercriminals are getting smarter. They have figured…

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