An infamous STOP/Djvu ransomware adopted a new spreading tactic. According to the report of Avast Threat Labs, a malware intelligence group, ransomware distributors opted for Discord as a place to spread their malware. STOP/Djvu spreads in Discord, features RedStealer According to the latest notifications, STOP/Djvu ransomware is getting spread through the malicious spam messages in… Continue reading Djvu Ransomware Spreads via Discord, Carrying RedLine Stealer
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.
Drinker App – what is Drinker Adware?
The Drinker app is another example of a malicious program that disguises itself as a useful utility for your PC. Another two – Healthy and Strength – popped up almost simultaneously. All of them are classified as adware and have a lot of things to be worried about. Let’s check the Drinker app top to… Continue reading Drinker App – what is Drinker Adware?
10 Reasons to Choose GridinSoft Trojan Killer
We used to think of anti-malware software as a program that features all kinds of supplementary services. VPN plan, disk encryption tool, guest mode and parental control – all of them are installed along with the exact antivirus, and that’s no way to get rid of them. And the users are forced to pay for… Continue reading 10 Reasons to Choose GridinSoft Trojan Killer
Healthy App (HealthySoftware) – What is Healthy?
Healthy App seems to be the companion of the other unwanted app – Strength Adware. The dubious application gets into users’ PCs to show them tons of advertisements. Let’s check out what this app is and what are the dangers of the Healthy application. Healthy App – What is it? Healthy is a small application… Continue reading Healthy App (HealthySoftware) – What is Healthy?
Reverse Proxy vs Proxy
What is a Reverse Proxy? A reverse proxy is the same server but is in front of a web server. Depending on its configuration, it allows or refuses the external connection to reach the endpoint. Reverse proxies are used to improve security, performance, and reliability. To understand how a reverse proxy works and what benefits… Continue reading Reverse Proxy vs Proxy
Strength Adware – What Is Strength App?
Strength Adware, a new advertising malware, began appearing on users’ devices. It is still not clear how it manages to get into the system, but its effects are not pleasant. I did a check-up of this malware and can say how dangerous the Strength Adware is. Strength Adware spreading The key point of this adware… Continue reading Strength Adware – What Is Strength App?
Methods Hackers Use to Infect You Ransomware
Ransomware hits the headlines almost daily. And most incidents target large corporations with enough capital to justify the attack. But sometimes ordinary people get infected as well. Some attackers choose small but constant collections with a “spray-and-pray” approach. And in light of recent events, we can see increased attacks on consumers. So today, we’ll look… Continue reading Methods Hackers Use to Infect You Ransomware
Luca Stealer Source Code Published In The Darknet
Luca Stealer, an omni-purpose stealing malware programmed on Rust, was published on the Darknet forum in recent days. The source code of a well-done stealing tool is now available for everyone. This stealer generally aims at web browsers, particularly the plugins and data that belongs to cryptocurrency wallets and online banking. Luca Stealer functionality As… Continue reading Luca Stealer Source Code Published In The Darknet
Can Someone Track My Device When Location Settings Off?
Any smartphone already has built-in location tracking services. At the beginning location tracking was created for navigation, but it was later used for other purposes. This feature is very convenient in case of loss or when you forget where you put your smartphone. But there are times when you don’t want someone to see your… Continue reading Can Someone Track My Device When Location Settings Off?
How To Know If Your Phone is Hacked?
If your phone stopped working correctly and started showing obvious performance errors, then something is wrong. If you notice that your smartphone has begun to turn itself off or on, and sometimes it is even too hot, then you should consider this. Having outgoing calls you didn’t make is a clear sign of the problem.… Continue reading How To Know If Your Phone is Hacked?