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Mobile users face growing dangers as Hook v3 evolves into a ransomware, spyware, and trojan hybrid with unstoppable intrusion tactics

(Image credit: Shutterstock / Who is Danny) Hook v3 uses fake Google Pay overlays to trick victims into surrendering sensitive card data Real-time screen streaming allows...

Hackers Use Ethereum Smart Contracts to Hide Malware in npm Packages

Hackers use Ethereum smart contracts to hide malware in npm packages, bypassing detection and spreading malicious code through open-source tools. 

GhostRedirector Emerges as New China-Aligned Threat Actor

A newly identified hacking group has compromised at least 65 Windows servers worldwide, primarily in Brazil, Thailand and Vietnam. According to ESET researchers, the group,...

Hackers Using Ethereum Smart Contracts to Deliver Malware: Report

In brief Public code libraries are being poisoned with malware that is being downloaded via Ethereum smart contracts. Software security firm ReversingLabs identified a sophisticated network...

NYU Scientists Develop, ESET Detects First AI-Powered Ransomware

Scientists at NYU developed a ransomware prototype that uses LLMs to autonomously to plan, adapt, and execute ransomware attacks. ESET researchers, not knowing about...

Ethereum smart contracts hijacked: Hackers use ETH to hide malware — is blockchain’s security at risk?

Ethereum, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, is facing a stealthy and sophisticated threat. Hackers are now embedding malware instructions directly intoEthereum smart contracts, exploiting ETH’s...

New Malware Uses Windows Character Map for Cryptomining

Darktrace reports new malware hijacking Windows Character Map for cryptomining, exposing risks of hidden attacks in everyday software processes. Cybersecurity artificial intelligence firm, Darktrace, has...

This Android Malware Is Spreading Through Facebook Ads

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred...

Give your PC a fresh start: New free tools to boost your PC’s speed, security, and peace of mind

If you ever have the feeling your computer is dragging its feet, or shows odd behavior, you’re not alone. In some cases, the culprit...
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