Which malicious code would be most frightening if sinister pieces of malware could rise from the dead on Halloween? Well, malware researchers spend all their time working with the creations of people who intend others harm, so you might expect they would be pretty immune to nervousness about the effects of malicious code. And it … More Scary code top 5 on Halloween
For computer users, Ransomware can be among the most frightening forms of malware – suddenly, your screen is replaced by a message from the police, demanding money, or a message saying your files are lost unless you pay a ransom to unlock them. It’s a booming business – last year it was reported reported that … More Don’t pay up! How to avoid ransomware threats – and how to fight back
Most of us are pretty web-savvy: when an email arrives saying we need to enter our bank details, we think, “Oh, please!” – and don’t click. But cybercriminals don’t rest – and new techniques can sometimes fool even veteran PC users. From legitimate companies delivering software with a “side-order” of malware, to PC attacks that … More Stop, thief! Five new tricks used by cybercriminals – and how to stay safe
Trojans that encrypt user files and try to extort a ransom from the victim in exchange for a decryptor utility are nothing new: in fact, they have been around for several years. These “Filecoders”, as we call them, are a prevalent category of ransomware, the other common type of ransomware being lockscreen scareware – ransomware … More Filecoder: Holding your data to ransom
Most of us are aware of the really big risks out there on the internet – sites offering “free” software, hacks for games, or pirated films, but 54% of Irish computer users still admited to having fallen victim to a computer virus infection. So it’s possible to allow cybercriminals a foothold on your PC without … More Five bad PC habits many of us STILL have – and how to stop today
