Malware Malware

Malware is more prevalent, sophisticated and targeted than ever. In recent history, we have witnessed the devastation wrought by Stuxnet, the most dangerous malware ever seen, and the infection of thousands of Apple Macs which some say is a sign that malware writers have turned their attention to the popular platform. Here we keep track of malware trends and attacks.

NAB cyber security head says US crackdown caused fraud spike

NAB cyber security head says US crackdown caused fraud spike

Down Under is the 'un-burnt forest' of fraud.
Darren Pauli Jun 6 2013 2:43PM Security
Koobface worm body count breaks record

Koobface worm body count breaks record

Facebook terror makes a comeback.
Danielle Walker Jun 5 2013 6:30AM Security
Revised icode applied to mobiles

Revised icode applied to mobiles

ISPs asked to cut off infected tablets, smartphones.
Brett Winterford Jun 4 2013 7:18AM Security
Web browser flaw puts Aussie bank customers at risk

Web browser flaw puts Aussie bank customers at risk

Sensitive credentials stored in memory.
Darren Pauli May 31 2013 12:04PM Security
Memory gaffe leaves Aussie bank accounts open to theft

Memory gaffe leaves Aussie bank accounts open to theft

Clear text credentials stored in memory.
Darren Pauli May 31 2013 9:50AM Security
Revised icode applied to mobile devices

Revised icode applied to mobile devices

ISPs asked to cut off infected tablets, smartphones.
Brett Winterford May 31 2013 9:19AM Security
Beta Bot banking malware surfaces

Beta Bot banking malware surfaces

Includes rootkit that blocks security sites.
Danielle Walker May 30 2013 10:45AM Security
Attackers use Skype to spread Liftoh trojan

Attackers use Skype to spread Liftoh trojan

Countries in Latin America have been the primary targets in this campaign, researchers say.
Danielle Walker May 27 2013 1:17PM Security
Google technology advocate sends NBN safety message

Google technology advocate sends NBN safety message

Suggests mandatory protection measures.
Charis Palmer May 22 2013 11:46AM Networking
Aussie ISPs still seeing users with Zeus infections

Aussie ISPs still seeing users with Zeus infections

Staying power.
Allie Coyne May 21 2013 12:56PM Security
Espionage hacking campaign linked to India

Espionage hacking campaign linked to India

Operation Hangover hits Pakistan.
Dan Kaplan May 21 2013 8:56AM Security
Pushdo revived with domain-generator algo

Pushdo revived with domain-generator algo

Command and control concealed.
Danielle Walker May 20 2013 9:25AM Security
Music could trigger mobile malware

Music could trigger mobile malware

Heavy bass beats could lead to ownage.
Shona Ghosh May 20 2013 9:00AM Security
Mac spyware discovered on Angolan dissident's computer at Oslo Freedom Forum

Mac spyware discovered on Angolan dissident's computer at Oslo Freedom Forum

New strain of Mac malware found.
Dan Kaplan May 17 2013 9:48AM Security
SpyEye trojan developer extradited to US

SpyEye trojan developer extradited to US

One of the masterminds behind the pernicious SpyEye banking trojan has been extradited to the United States, where he will face charges for computer and wire fraud.
Dan Kaplan May 8 2013 1:05PM Security
Stats confirm malware built at record rates

Stats confirm malware built at record rates

Trojans dominate.
Dan Kaplan May 7 2013 10:19AM Security
Dutch police ask for powers to plant malware, hack DDoS servers

Dutch police ask for powers to plant malware, hack DDoS servers

F-Secure won't help.
Nicole Kobie May 6 2013 6:13AM Security
BadNews Android apps spread SMS trojan

BadNews Android apps spread SMS trojan

Ad network foists malware.
Danielle Walker Apr 23 2013 9:37AM Security
Phishing scams target Waco explosion

Phishing scams target Waco explosion

Ducks anti-virus.
Dan Raywood Apr 22 2013 10:21AM Security
Web malware overtakes network worms

Web malware overtakes network worms

Conficker losing ground.
Dan Kaplan Apr 19 2013 9:06AM Security

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