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.

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
Safety first for IT executives in China

Safety first for IT executives in China

US Government recommends weighing laptop before and after each visit.
Sholto Macpherson Sep 17 2009 7:16AM Networking
Patrick Swayze's death kicks off new spam campaign

Patrick Swayze's death kicks off new spam campaign

More celebrity death SEO poisoning.
Shaun Nichols Sep 16 2009 3:12PM Security
Apple responds to anti-phishing criticism

Apple responds to anti-phishing criticism

Gives directions on application.
Staff Writers Sep 16 2009 11:50AM Security
Websense warns of web-based malware epidemic

Websense warns of web-based malware epidemic

Security firm sees 600 percent rise in malicious sites.
Phil Muncaster Sep 16 2009 7:24AM Security
New York Times serves up rogue ads to readers

New York Times serves up rogue ads to readers

An "unauthorised advertisement" made its way onto the Gray Lady's third-party managed ad stream.
Angela Moscaritolo Sep 15 2009 11:58AM Security
Serena Williams meltdown is latest poisoned search attack

Serena Williams meltdown is latest poisoned search attack

Hackers continue to use a tried-and-true tactic to infect internet users: poisoned search results.
Dan Kaplan Sep 15 2009 11:38AM Security
ISPs asked to cut off malware-infected PCs

ISPs asked to cut off malware-infected PCs

Voluntary code of conduct puts onus on service providers.
Ben Grubb Sep 14 2009 2:53PM Security

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