A new malware has been discovered that targets both Apple Mac computers and iPhones. Dubbed WireLurker, it is the first known malware that can infect iPhones that have not been jailbroken. ESET detects the malware as OSX/WireLurker.A. It infects users through a third party Mac application store in China called Maiyadi. Once on the iMac or … More WireLurker: new malware targets Apple users
ESET Ireland has been following a surge of phishing emails redirecting users to faked banking, PayPal and Microsoft account sites for harvesting login details. Although a surprisingly large number of people still use passwords like “12345” or “password” for their various accounts, cybercriminals have taken an easier route than trying to hack into peoples’ accounts. … More How to hack someone’s account? Ask them for their password!
Before we begin, let’s make one thing really clear. The malware problem on Mac OS X is nothing like as bad as it is on Windows. There are something like 200,000 new Windows malware variants being discovered each day. Malicious code activity in the Mac world is far less frenetic, but the fact is, malware … More 10 years of Mac OS X malware
The Top Ten Threats 1. Win32/Bundpil Previous Ranking: 1 Percentage Detected: 2.9% Win32/Bundpil.A is a worm that spreads via removable media. The worm contains an URL address, and it tries to download several files from the address. The files are then executed and the HTTP protocol is used. The worm may delete the following folders: … More Monthly Threat Report: February 2014
ESET Ireland is warning Apple users to be particularly careful about the emails they receive. Apple users are often known for their confidence when it came to online threats, believing their platform keeps them safe from any threats. But that confidence can work against them when it comes to social engineering, particularly phishing, as they … More Irish ITunes users also victims of phishing
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