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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.

Security firm warns of Halloween malware

Security firm warns of Halloween malware

Cyber-tricksters using 'typo-attack' to spread malicious software.
Clement James Nov 1 2006 10:04AM Security
Infected MP3 players: Is your business at risk?

Infected MP3 players: Is your business at risk?

Two of the world's most recognised brands, McDonalds and Apple Computer were connected to unknowingly selling virus infected MP3 players, last month. What happened, how will it affect your business, and who’s to blame? Negar Salek investigates.
Negar Salek Oct 31 2006 1:25PM Security
Norman conquest of malware rolls out sandboxes

Norman conquest of malware rolls out sandboxes

SandBox Analyser provides in-depth reports.
Clement James Oct 27 2006 9:43AM Security
Web viruses wilt but spyware soars

Web viruses wilt but spyware soars

Web-based viruses decreased by half in September, according to new figures from US-based security firm ScanSafe.
Will Head Oct 23 2006 10:00AM Security
New iPods may contain virus

New iPods may contain virus

A percentage of recently shipped iPods may be infected by the Windows virus, RavMonE.exe, according to a statement made by Apple Computer today.
Negar Salek Oct 18 2006 4:00PM Security
McDonalds hands out malware infested MP3 players

McDonalds hands out malware infested MP3 players

Fast food gift has greasy payload.
Tom Sanders Oct 17 2006 10:17AM Security
Windows CE wide open to mobile malware

Windows CE wide open to mobile malware

Kaspersky Lab issues warning that will make Microsoft WinCE.
Robert Jaques Oct 12 2006 10:06AM Security
Malware threat doubles in September

Malware threat doubles in September

Huge rise in targeted attacks.
Will Head Oct 4 2006 10:06AM Security
Golf sites fall into malware sand trap

Golf sites fall into malware sand trap

Spyware, adware and Trojan authors tap Ryder Cup zeitgeist.
Matt Chapman Sep 26 2006 9:56AM Security
Bot software tops virus list for August

Bot software tops virus list for August

Smaller but more virulent outbreaks.
Andrew Charlesworth Sep 12 2006 9:52AM Security
Malware authors hungry for profit

Malware authors hungry for profit

Hackers creating increasing numbers of trojans and bots for financial gain.
Andrew Charlesworth Sep 7 2006 8:45AM Security
Virus levels soar in August

Virus levels soar in August

Percentage of phishing emails increases dramatically.
Clement James Sep 5 2006 9:54AM Security
CA mistakes Windows system file for malware

CA mistakes Windows system file for malware

False positive causes system crashes.
Tom Sanders Sep 5 2006 9:54AM Security
Virus threat not limited to AMD platforms

Virus threat not limited to AMD platforms

Windows, not chips, the target of Bounds virus.
Andrew Charlesworth Sep 5 2006 9:54AM Security
The Month: ThreatStats - Virus landscape is dominated by strong pair as peak outbreak season approaches

The Month: ThreatStats - Virus landscape is dominated by strong pair as peak outbreak season approaches
Staff Writers Sep 4 2006 3:56PM Security
Sophos on Malware in August

Sophos on Malware in August

The number of infected emails continues to decline but old viruses continue to plague internet users Sophos has said.
Staff Writers Sep 4 2006 1:12PM Security
Rootkit malware has double sting in its tail

Rootkit malware has double sting in its tail

Zcodec modifies DNS settings and loads additional malware.
Robert Jaques Aug 31 2006 11:55AM Security
New virus attacks AMD processors

New virus attacks AMD processors

Proof of concept code shows advanced attack vector.
Tom Sanders Aug 29 2006 9:59AM Security
Malware sets crosshairs on last week's critical Windows flaw

Malware sets crosshairs on last week's critical Windows flaw

As many IT security experts predicted, malware taking advantage of a flaw patched by the Aug. 8 MS06-040 bulletin emerged over the weekend, but Microsoft experts maintain the exploit poses little threat.
Dan Kaplan Aug 14 2006 6:23PM Security
Update: Debate - Is there really a growing mobile phone malware

Update: Debate - Is there really a growing mobile phone malware

NO - Simon Perry - VP security, EMEA, CA
Staff Writers Aug 14 2006 2:44PM Security

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