New research has uncovered a new technique used by hackers to force Chrome users to reveal their Google account passwords, writes Forbes*. The malware, called StealC, locks the browser in kiosk mode, blocking the F11 and ESC keys to prevent users from exiting. The only thing displayed is a Google account login window, compelling users … More Hackers Force Chrome Users To Hand Over Google Passwords
Recently, malicious code has infiltrated TikTok, compromising the official accounts of celebrities and brands. Notable victims allegedly include CNN, Paris Hilton, and Sony According to Forbes* the attack spreads via direct messages (DMs) within the TikTok app, without requiring any user interaction beyond opening the message. Although the affected accounts don’t seem to be posting … More TikTok Zero Day Hack Is Taking Over Celebrity and Brand Accounts
According to Forbes*, Chrome is now used by over three billion users worldwide, but following Google’s discovery of the browser’s first Zero Day exploit this year, everyone needs to update their browser as a matter of priority. In a new blog post, Google confirmed the discovery of the Zero Day vulnerability and it impacts Chrome … More Google Issues New Warning For 3 Billion Chrome Users
Last week the media was buzzing with the story that supposedly a Russian gang stole 1.2 billion passwords. But several experts, including ESET’s, have raised questions whether the »news« wasn’t just a publicity scam. At ESET Ireland, we have ourselves noticed that the media love bombastic headlines. If known names get hacked, if governmental institutions … More Was the »1.2 billion passwords stolen« story just a publicity stunt?
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