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.

Fargo Ransomware aims at vulnerable Microsoft SQL servers

MS SQL servers were opted as a breach point by Fargo ransomware

Ransomware rarely chooses the sole type of targets for their attacks. They roam from attacks on small coffee shops to strikes on governmental organisations, with the corresponding adaptations to their software. However, all classic handbooks about offensive operations state that it is important to find a vulnerability of a target and exploit it. Such a… Continue reading Fargo Ransomware aims at vulnerable Microsoft SQL servers

TikTok Scams Stealing Money And Data. Beware!

See which scams you may face on TikTok

TikTok has become a popular social network with over a billion registered users. According to statistics, each user spends about 95 minutes daily on this platform. Such an extensive social network is also susceptible to many different scams. Scammers found ways here to hurt users and lure them into their traps. Who is being targeted… Continue reading TikTok Scams Stealing Money And Data. Beware!

Trackid=sp-006 — What is this thing?

Seeing trackid=sp-006 parameter in your URL bar is no good

Cookie tracking is a kind of network activity on the server side that is considered potentially dangerous. Trackid=sp-006 is an example of a malicious cookie tracker that spoofs the search results and may redirect you to different pages that may be malicious as well. Let’s check out how that works and how you can stop… Continue reading Trackid=sp-006 — What is this thing?

Signs of Identity Theft: How to Prevent It?

Identity theft (ID) occurs when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud.

Identity theft is a rather unpleasant crime. Cybercriminals can not only empty your wallet but also stalk your digital space and may even use it to commit crimes on your behalf. Since criminals invent new tricks daily, keeping yourself safe is pretty hard. So we’ve set together some essential tips to help prevent identity theft… Continue reading Signs of Identity Theft: How to Prevent It?

LockBit 3.0 Builder leaked to the public

LockBit 3.0 Builder is now available to the public. What is the story behind it?

On September 21, 2022, a new Twitter user Ali Qushji published what is supposed to be a LockBit Ransomware builder. According to what the user says, this application is for LockBit 3.0 ransomware – the latest version of malware used by these cybercriminals. The exact user pretends to be an anonymous hacker who breached LockBit… Continue reading LockBit 3.0 Builder leaked to the public

Pegasus Spyware — The Most Dangerous Malware

Pegasus is an infamous spying tool developed by NSO Group

Pegasus Spyware is a malicious program that is covered with multiple layers of secrets, rumours and false claims. That military-grade malware is something like a legend, that sometimes makes people think it is rather mythical than real. Still, the real Pegasus appears from time to time, just to notify everyone that it is still the… Continue reading Pegasus Spyware — The Most Dangerous Malware

Top Working Antispyware Tips 2022

These days, the hazard of getting your personal data stolen by spyware is very high

The user risks being compromised by using the Internet. The intruders are still trying to hijack your confidential data and credit card numbers, distribute spyware, and the like. With each passing day, their penetration methods into your OS are becoming more sophisticated, which is something to watch out for. Spyware is one of those ways… Continue reading Top Working Antispyware Tips 2022

What to Do if A Scammer Has Your Email Address?

Today, scammers can easily get your email address thanks to data breaches, which occur when criminals hack into company databases and leak billions of emails, names, and Social Security numbers online.

Scammers usually hack into email accounts to send fake messages from a trusted address, making recipients fall for their tricks. For example, to get them to send money, transmit personal information, or click a link that installs malware, spyware, or a virus on your device. Email hacking can also put your co-workers, friends, and family… Continue reading What to Do if A Scammer Has Your Email Address?

Does a Factory Reset Get Rid of Viruses?

Factory Reset

You can use the reset feature to destroy the virus from your PC. Besides being an excellent way to eliminate viruses, this is also a way to remove all the information you have. Such a step requires a lot of preparing and precautions taken. But do not forget that hackers work hard to improve their… Continue reading Does a Factory Reset Get Rid of Viruses?

Facebook Messenger Virus: How to Stay From Facebook Viruses

Cybercriminals use the Facebook Messenger to spread the FormBook Trojan by sending various files via Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is arguably one of the most popular chatting apps. Unfortunately, because of its popularity, it is a target for malicious programs such as Trojans, spyware, ransomware, and others to infiltrate various systems. Recently, there has been an increase in Facebook Messenger infections spread through phishing. As a rule, the Facebook Messenger virus scam… Continue reading Facebook Messenger Virus: How to Stay From Facebook Viruses