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.

New 'Twilight' book raises fears of PDF attacks

New 'Twilight' book raises fears of PDF attacks

The release of a new novella in the popular 'Twilight' series could spark a malware outbreak, say security experts.
Shaun Nichols Jun 7 2010 11:48AM Security
Experts warn of malicious Twitter spam

Experts warn of malicious Twitter spam

Over 50,000 instances of latest threat, vendor claims.
Phil Muncaster Jun 7 2010 9:19AM Security
Tokyo police swoop on hentai malware crooks

Tokyo police swoop on hentai malware crooks

Arrested on suspicion of fraud using a virus.
Phil Muncaster May 29 2010 6:42AM Security
Tokyo police swoop on hentai malware crooks

Tokyo police swoop on hentai malware crooks

The malware scam worked by planting malicious code on a file sharing web site disguised as a version of the popular hentai or adult-themed games. Attempting to install the file brings up an online form requesting personal details.
Phil Muncaster May 28 2010 10:43AM Security
Spam and viruses see minor rises in May: Symantec

Spam and viruses see minor rises in May: Symantec

All but one spam emails now contain a URL.
SC Australia Staff May 27 2010 2:04PM Security
Facebook users suffer second 'sexy' malware attack

Facebook users suffer second 'sexy' malware attack

Users tricked by video scam of 'distracting beach babes'.
Phil Muncaster May 25 2010 1:18PM Security
IBM unleashes virus on AusCERT delegates

IBM unleashes virus on AusCERT delegates

Malware-infected USB key the culprit.
Nate Cochrane May 21 2010 5:09PM Security
AutoRun worms most common malware during Q1 2010

AutoRun worms most common malware during Q1 2010

Spam volume increases by 5%.
Angela Moscaritolo May 19 2010 1:49PM Security
Kaspersky critical of exploit publicity

Kaspersky critical of exploit publicity

Kaspersky Lab co-founder Eugene Kaspersky believes that the publication of security exploits often generates more harm that good overall
Daniel Long May 18 2010 9:46AM Security
Anti-spam vendors sail through Virus Bulletin tests

Anti-spam vendors sail through Virus Bulletin tests

MessageStream, Vipre and modusGate miss the cut.
Shaun Nichols May 6 2010 12:04PM Security
Russia dominating automated malware kit market

Russia dominating automated malware kit market

When it comes to hacking there's 'an app for that'.
Iain Thomson Apr 29 2010 2:40PM Security
Google reports huge rise in fake antivirus software

Google reports huge rise in fake antivirus software

Fake AV now accounts for 15 per cent of online malware.
Iain Thomson Apr 28 2010 3:24PM Security
Google reports huge rise in fake antivirus software

Google reports huge rise in fake antivirus software

Fake AV now accounts for 15 per cent of online malware.
Iain Thomson Apr 28 2010 1:34PM Security
Backdoor malware targets Apple iPad

Backdoor malware targets Apple iPad

Attacks disguised as iTunes updates.
Phil Muncaster Apr 26 2010 11:04PM Security
Microsoft pulls faulty server patch

Microsoft pulls faulty server patch

Windows Server fix pulled after failing to patch flaws.
Shaun Nichols Apr 23 2010 11:29AM Security
Symantec logs 100 per cent rise in new malware

Symantec logs 100 per cent rise in new malware

More targeted and web-based attacks.
Phil Muncaster Apr 21 2010 10:43AM Security
Malware writers begin to target Google's Chrome browser

Malware writers begin to target Google's Chrome browser

Just because you're using Chrome doesn't mean you're necessarily immune to malware. An unsolicited email is circulating which prompts Google Chrome users to install a fake browser extension.
Daniel Long Apr 20 2010 4:40PM Security
New MacOS X malware surfaces

New MacOS X malware surfaces

HellRTS sets up remote access to infected Macs.
Shaun Nichols Apr 20 2010 2:17PM Security
New MacOS X malware surfaces

New MacOS X malware surfaces

HellRTS sets up remote access to infected Macs.
Shaun Nichols Apr 20 2010 1:14PM Security
Complex malware uses copyright threats to blackmail victims

Complex malware uses copyright threats to blackmail victims

Malware threatens to publish users' internet history.
Iain Thomson Apr 19 2010 1:50PM Security

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