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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.

Macro virus for Sun's StarOffice found

Macro virus for Sun's StarOffice found

Malware believed to be the first virus for Sun Microsystem’s StarOffice has been discovered by Kaspersky Lab researchers.
Frank Washkuch Jun 1 2006 7:23PM Security
Unknown malware leaks details of Japanese power plant

Unknown malware leaks details of Japanese power plant

The sensitive security details of a Japanese power plant was leaked onto the internet earlier this month, the second time this year that the worksite’s information was leaked through file-sharing networks.
Frank Washkuch May 18 2006 8:38PM Security
Sophos: Pokie virus still causing havoc

Sophos: Pokie virus still causing havoc

Net citizens still need to be wary of being targeted by malware, spreading via an online poker website, according to anti-virus vendor Sohpos.
Staff Writers May 18 2006 11:42AM Security
Firm: Malware higher with new PC owners

Firm: Malware higher with new PC owners

A leading malware research company announced this week that it found a substantial uptick in the spyware and malware infection rate among new PC owners.
Ericka Chickowski May 17 2006 6:35PM Security
Jail sentence for Malware writer not enough

Jail sentence for Malware writer not enough

A web poll of 275 PC users found 60 percent of respondents think the jail sentence dished out to Jeanson James Ancheta wasn’t long enough.
Staff Writers May 12 2006 3:09PM Security
Viruses still the biggest IT fear for U.K. firms

Viruses still the biggest IT fear for U.K. firms

The vast majority of U.K.-based small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) believe that viruses are the biggest security threat to their IT systems, according to new research.
William Eazel May 9 2006 10:11AM Security
Fantasy soccer virus alert

Fantasy soccer virus alert

Security experts have warned users about a new virus that infects Microsoft Excel files under the camouflage of a fantasy football spreadsheet.
René Millman May 8 2006 2:16PM Security
World Cup virus goal: The PC

World Cup virus goal: The PC

World Cup fever is on, however the event could be marred by a new trojan horse that poses as a match chart for the soccer event.
Staff Writers May 8 2006 10:21AM Security
Malware targeting Linux on the increase

Malware targeting Linux on the increase

The number of malicious programs that attacked Linux operating systems during 2005 was more than double the previous year’s figure, according to new research.
William Eazel May 8 2006 10:03AM Security
Study: Most malware made to make money

Study: Most malware made to make money

Malicious software coded by cyber criminals for financial gain accounted for some 70 percent of all malware detected during the first quarter of 2006, according to a report released today.
William Eazel May 5 2006 10:06AM Security
Russian virus exchange creator jailed

Russian virus exchange creator jailed

Russian authorities have jailed a hacker who not only created his own malware, but ran two websites distributing more than 4,000 different computer viruses.
William Eazel May 4 2006 9:45AM Security
MessageLabs: U.S. top malware nation

MessageLabs: U.S. top malware nation

U.S. hackers account for more malware, spam and phishing attacks than those in any other nation, new research has claimed.
William Eazel May 3 2006 12:44PM Security
Top 10 malware for April

Top 10 malware for April

Anti-virus software vendor, Sophos has revealed the top 10 malware threats across the globe in April.
Staff Writers May 3 2006 9:31AM Security
Familiar malware tops in April

Familiar malware tops in April

An old favorite found its way back to the top of one virus tracking list last month.
Frank Washkuch May 2 2006 6:33PM Security
New mobile virus warning

New mobile virus warning

Security experts warned mobile phone users that a new virus is charging them £5 to send a premium rate text message.
René Millman Apr 26 2006 11:53AM Security
Security firm warns of fake blog ‘virus’

Security firm warns of fake blog ‘virus’

Security firm PandaLabs has issued a warning about a false virus for blogs that is causing confusion among blog writers and readers.
William Eazel Apr 24 2006 10:21AM Security
‘High-risk’ malware poses as Symantec update

‘High-risk’ malware poses as Symantec update

Security watchers yesterday warned internet users to be on their guard against a “high-risk” malicious email that appears to be a Symantec virus advisory, but actually contains a payload designed to disable anti-virus updates.
William Eazel Apr 20 2006 10:07AM Security
Fear of viruses, spyware cut down illegal downloads

Fear of viruses, spyware cut down illegal downloads

The amount of illegal downloading by U.S. residents between 8- and 18-years-old has dropped by 17 percent in the last two years, due mainly to growing fear of viruses and spyware, new research has claimed.
William Eazel Apr 13 2006 2:27PM Security
New PoC malware can infect both Windows and Linux

New PoC malware can infect both Windows and Linux

Kaspersky Lab today reported a new proof-of-concept (PoC) cross-platform virus that creates malicious code to infect both Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Frank Washkuch Apr 7 2006 6:04PM Security
New PoC virus can infect both Windows and Linux

New PoC virus can infect both Windows and Linux

Kaspersky Lab today reported a new proof of concept (PoC) cross-platform virus that creates malicious code to infect both Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Frank Washkuch Apr 7 2006 6:02PM Security

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