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AI is helping hackers make new malware faster and more complex than ever - and things may only get tougher
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Social engineering is still the number one attack vector, but ransomware operators are stepping away from encryptors.

A dangerous new Android backdoor has been found - Keenadu lurks in firmware, here's what we know
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Kaspersky found a new backdoor being distributed in brand new Android devices, used for ad fraud.

Over half a million VKontakte accounts hijacked using malicious Chrome extensions
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Five extensions were doing all sorts of malicious acts, including stealing payment data.

Fake Chrome AI extensions targeted over 300,000 users to steal emails, personal data and more - here's what we know
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Criminals are pushing surveillance tools into the Google Chrome Web Store - so be on your guard.

A popular Microsoft Outlook add-in has been hijacked to try and steal user accounts - here's how to stay safe
By Sead Fadilpašić published
A Microsoft Outlook add-in was abandoned and taken over by hackers, who used it to collect email accounts and banking data.

Beware, this fake site offers up a malicious 7-Zip installer laced with malware
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Fake 7zip.com site sounds incredible, but don't be fooled.

'Simple but dangerous’ – Top VPNs targeted by typosquatting as 14% of fake domains found to be malicious
By Chiara Castro published
Major providers including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Proton VPN are among those targeted by lookalike domains. Here's how to stay safe.

Best Firewall Software of 2026
By Benedict Collins last updated
Updated We've tested all the best firewall software, to help defend your computer or IT systems against unauthorized intrusions.

The silent DNS malware that’s redefining email and web-based cyberattacks
By Dr. Renée Burton published
Thousands of real websites are hijacked by cybercriminals using DNS to invisibly redirect and infect victims.

Surfshark's new browser tool warns you about dangerous sites before you click
By Rene Millman published
Surfshark has updated its browser extension with a new feature that flags malicious links in Google Search results, helping users avoid malware and phishing attempts before they even click.
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