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.

Bredolab trojan surges to new heights

Bredolab trojan surges to new heights

MessageLabs warns malware is likely to go undetected.
Phil Muncaster Oct 15 2009 10:04AM Security
Virus Bulletin test reveals winners and losers

Virus Bulletin test reveals winners and losers

11 out of 26 anti-virus products fail test on Windows Server 2008.
Oct 12 2009 9:45AM Security
YouTube used for ad spam campaign

YouTube used for ad spam campaign

First use of real videos by spammers.
Angela Moscaritolo Oct 9 2009 10:55AM Security
Fake Antivirus: 5 software titles you should definitely NOT install

Fake Antivirus: 5 software titles you should definitely NOT install

We take a closer look at some of the more common scareware traps; what to look out for, how to identify the fakes and 5 rogue security software packages you should try and avoid at all costs.
Daniel Long Oct 6 2009 2:04PM Security
Payload spam volume rockets to new heights

Payload spam volume rockets to new heights

Highest volume since Storm outbreak.
Chuck Miller Oct 6 2009 12:30PM Security
Malicious links detected on Microsoft Security Essentials searches

Malicious links detected on Microsoft Security Essentials searches

Websites serve up rogue AV.
Dan Raywood Oct 2 2009 11:10AM Security
Adware pushers evolve into malware distribution channel

Adware pushers evolve into malware distribution channel

"Affiliates" recruited to spread malware.
Chuck Miller Oct 1 2009 11:01AM Security
Symantec: Microsoft is putting customers at risk

Symantec: Microsoft is putting customers at risk

AVG and Avast "better" than Microsoft Security Essentials.
Munir Kotadia Sep 30 2009 2:02PM Security
One in twelve websites contain 'inappropriate content'

One in twelve websites contain 'inappropriate content'

Rise in malware targeting social networking sites.
SC Australia Staff Sep 30 2009 11:33AM Security
African broadband growth could lead to higher spam rates

African broadband growth could lead to higher spam rates

More internet users equals more threats.
SC Australia Staff Sep 30 2009 11:06AM Security
Microsoft to release free antivirus software tomorrow

Microsoft to release free antivirus software tomorrow

Not targeting Symantec and McAfee.
Iain Thomson Sep 29 2009 3:27PM Security
Password-stealing malware skyrocketing

Password-stealing malware skyrocketing

Malware writers look for new ways to steal data.
Shaun Nichols Sep 25 2009 2:53PM Security
New round of malicious advertisements spotted

New round of malicious advertisements spotted

Spotted on Drudge Report and Lyrics.com.
Shaun Nichols Sep 25 2009 10:08AM Security
Malicious Monopoly game spreads via social networking

Malicious Monopoly game spreads via social networking

Do not pass go...
Dan Raywood Sep 24 2009 10:08AM Security
Rogue AV scam targets Google users

Rogue AV scam targets Google users

Utilises PageRank feature.
Chuck Miller Sep 23 2009 11:10AM Security
Malware being distributed through eBay-style marketplace

Malware being distributed through eBay-style marketplace

Open source malware now accounts for as much as 10% of the overall malware marketplace as criminals cotton onto the many benefits of adaptable code.
Daniel Long Sep 23 2009 10:07AM Security
Commentary: Does anyone like Norton Antivirus?

Commentary: Does anyone like Norton Antivirus?

Five years ago, I asked if anybody liked using Norton Antivirus and the response from readers was an overwhelming 'no'.
Munir Kotadia Sep 23 2009 12:24AM Security
Top 10 tips for a healthy PC

Top 10 tips for a healthy PC

Simple ways to avoid complicated problems.
Iain Thomson Sep 21 2009 7:59AM Software
McAfee warns of software imposter

McAfee warns of software imposter

New rogue app imitates security suite.
Shaun Nichols Sep 18 2009 12:15PM Security
Malware persists on compromised machines: Trend Micro

Malware persists on compromised machines: Trend Micro

Lies dormant for months on end.
Chuck Miller Sep 17 2009 10:50AM Security

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