Author: Stephanie Adlam

I write about how to make your Internet browsing comfortable and safe. The modern digital world is worth being a part of, and I want to show you how to do it properly.

GitLab Releases Patch to Critical Vulnerability

If you are using GitLab 16.0, you're exposed to an extremely severe vulnerability.

GitLab, one of the most famous code repositories in the world, faces critical security issues in the latest update. Aside from advanced functionality, the 16.0 patch brought an extremely severe vulnerability. Experts already gave it CVSS 10.0 mark – the highest possible. What is GitLab? GitLab is an open-source repository and collaborative software development platform.… Continue reading GitLab Releases Patch to Critical Vulnerability

GoDaddy Refund Phishing Emails Spread Infostealer

Refunds from GoDaddy became a new disguise for hackers

Hackers started using GoDaddy Refund Emails as a disguise to trick the users into installing malware. In order to deploy the payload, they opted for a particularly new tactic or, well, combination of ones. As a payload, a unique free open-source Invicta Stealer is used. GoDaddy Refund Email Phishing Being a widely popular web hosting… Continue reading GoDaddy Refund Phishing Emails Spread Infostealer

Philadelphia Inquirer is Struck by Cuba Ransomware

Cuba Ransomware cyberattack interrupts publish of newspaper published since 1829

The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia’s largest newspaper by circulation and third-longest-running newspaper in the USA, suffered a cyberattack on May 15, temporarily disrupting the newspaper’s distribution. A Cuba ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the incident. About Philadelphia Inquirer The Philadelphia Inquirer is one of the oldest newspapers in the United States, first published in 1829 and… Continue reading Philadelphia Inquirer is Struck by Cuba Ransomware

ChatGPT Causes New Wave of Fleeceware

If you downloaded the Flashlight app and it asks for a paid subscription, it's fleeceware

Artificial intelligence is one of the most significant advances in technology. It is used in one way or another everywhere, from voice input recognition on your smartphone to autopilot systems in cars. But the latest development in the industry – the launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which has caused a stir even to the point that… Continue reading ChatGPT Causes New Wave of Fleeceware

PyPI Malware Storm Forces to Suspend New Uploads

Numerous malicious uploads threaten all users who use the platform

Python Package Index, a software repository for Python developers, recently faced a massive attack. An enormous flow of malicious uploads forced the administration of the project to suspend both new uploads and new users registration. This crisis peaked on May 20, 2023, when project masters released the note regarding the current state of things. What… Continue reading PyPI Malware Storm Forces to Suspend New Uploads

3 Unpopular Malware Spreading Ways in 2023

It is very important to take into account evolution processes in malware spreading ways

The modern Internet space is like an endless ocean, where every wave can hide a danger. If you think you know all the possible types of scams, viruses, and attacks, then get ready for some surprises. Fraudsters are constantly inventing new and unexpected methods for propagating their malware. I found 3 most unusual, yet pretty… Continue reading 3 Unpopular Malware Spreading Ways in 2023

Ducktail Infostealer Malware Targeting Facebook Business Accounts

If you use Facebook Business, you should be more cautious about Ducktail malware.

Researchers discovered Ducktail Malware, which targets individuals and organizations on the Facebook Business/Ads platform. The malware steals browser cookies and uses authenticated Facebook sessions to access the victim’s account. As a result, the scammers gain access to Facebook Business through the victim’s account, which has sufficient access to do so. It is a particularly interesting… Continue reading Ducktail Infostealer Malware Targeting Facebook Business Accounts

Visual Studio Code Malicious Plugins Steal Personal Data

Detected items scored almost 50k downloads in total

Some plugins for Visual Studio Code, a popular code editing tool developed by Microsoft, appear to have malicious code. In particular, a one with over 45,000 downloads is capable stealing personal data. Community alarm forced the quick removal of these pests, but it can be the first sprout of something bigger. What is VS Code… Continue reading Visual Studio Code Malicious Plugins Steal Personal Data

RedLine Stealer Issues 100,000 Samples – What is Happening?

There could be quite a lot of applications for 100,000 samples of malware

Throughout the entire early May 2023, GridinSoft analysts team observed an anomalous activity of RedLine stealer. It is, actually, an activity different from what we used to know. Over 100,000 samples of this malware appeared through the first 12 days of the month – that is too much even for more massive threats. Needless to… Continue reading RedLine Stealer Issues 100,000 Samples – What is Happening?

Grand Explorer Software – Remove Malware & Repair System

Grand Explorer shows tons of unwanted ads, that often have malicious contents

Grand Explorer app, or, as it is displayed in the list of installed programs, Grand Explorer 1.0.0.1 (2.4.5.0), is a classic example of adware. This program does not even try to mimic a legit utility, and simply shows you dozens of ads without your permission. It not just creates a mess in your system, but… Continue reading Grand Explorer Software – Remove Malware & Repair System