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New Locky ransomware: what you need to know

Posted on Wednesday August 30, 2017 | trojan, security, ransomware, malware, locky

In 2016, the Locky ransomware infected millions of users with a Microsoft Word file. It was eventually contained, and cyber security firms have since created protections to detect and block previous Locky variants. However, a similar malware is currently spreading worldwide and has so far infected tens of thousands of computers.

Spyware has been infecting Macs for years

Posted on Tuesday August 29, 2017 | spyware, security, malware, mac, fruitfly, apple

While Macs have a reputation for being more secure than Windows PCs, they are far from immune. Over the past decade, a piece of malware designed to spy on its victims' computers has remained unnoticed until quite recently. What's worse is that security experts are still unsure about how the malware gets into Mac computers. Here's everything we know so far.

What you need to know about malware

Posted on Friday July 28, 2017 | trojan, spyware, ransomware, malware, cyber threats, cyber security, adware

You've all heard of viruses, spyware, ransomware and trojans. But did you know that they're all types of malware? They're all designed to ruin your digital life, but different types of malware put your computer at risk in different ways. Understanding what sets them apart can keep your business guarded.

Old Mac malware gets a facelift

Posted on Thursday July 27, 2017 | phishing, os x, malware, macos, cybersecurity

In yet another sign that Apple computers are no longer being ignored by hackers, a successful piece of Windows-based malware has been rewritten for MacOS. Instead of encrypting data and holding it for ransom, OSX.Dok skips the extortion and simply steals your bank account information. Read on to learn what you can do to prevent an infection.

CopyCat on the prowl for Android

Posted on Friday July 21, 2017 | malware, google play protect, cyber attack, copycat, android threats, android 5 0

New strains of malware are being developed every day. In fact, the number was nearly one million per day in 2015. With so many in existence, some have gone under the radar, as such is the case with CopyCat. So if you're using any type of Android device, know that CopyCat likes to use its claws.

Why Nyetya is more threatening than WannaCry

Posted on Thursday July 13, 2017 | wannacry, ransomware, nyetya, microsoft, malware, cyber security

The WannaCry ransomware, which infected 200,000 business globally and made over $100,000 in ransom payments, is said to be one of the worst cyber attacks in history. However, a new ransomware strain named Nyetya is shaping up to be a more formidable security threat. It has already affected businesses globally, and security firms and researchers believe it to be stealthier and more sophisticated than WannaCry.