Malware campaign lures users with fake Windows Update website
A file with zero VirusTotal detections isn't necessary safe
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Essential Apps to Install on Windows and macOS
Just unboxed your new computer? Here's our curated list of essential desktop apps for Windows and macOS to kickstart your productivity and set up the perfect workspace.
Researchers warn of security flaws in AI-powered browsers
Agentic browsers are facing scrutiny over their vulnerability to manipulation
Hackers are hiding malware in SVG images via fake Facebook posts
The growth of age verification requirements is fueling the trend
Scammers hijack real support pages to show fake phone numbers
Hackers are also manipulating Google ads to plant fake support numbers
New threat uses fake CAPTCHA to infect systems with malware
Be wary of CAPTCHAs that ask you to do too much
Latest Windows update is breaking Chrome for some users
It's likely related to a specific antivirus program
Malwarebytes faces lawsuit for classifying rival's anti-spyware program as a threat
Legal experts are worried the decision could prevent cybersecurity apps from doing their jobs effectively
North Korean hackers launch attack using Windows Update and GitHub
The attack was identified while analyzing a spear phishing campaign against Lockheed Martin
Hackers are hiding credit card skimmers in online images
Image metadata could be hiding a nasty surprise
Malwarebytes steps into the VPN space with WireGuard-based service
The new protocol is faster than OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPsec
Macs saw almost double the number of malware threats than Windows PCs last year
According to Malwarebytes
US government-funded smartphones are shipping with pre-installed malware
Be careful about buying the UMX U686CL
Malwarebytes 4.0 now available for download
Malwarebytes 4.0 has launched with a revamped UI and a new detection engine that uses less CPU resources, but also improves on zero-day malware detection and info about the threats it finds. Download it here.
Malwarebytes' 'Browser Guard' add-on blocks browser hijacking, pop-up scams, and other annoyances
Available for free on Chrome and Firefox
Malwarebytes' AdwCleaner 7.4 update can detect and remove bloatware
Get rid of that terrible preinstalled media player
Essential Apps You Should Install on a New PC Running Windows or macOS
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Fruitfly malware is still a threat to unprotected Macs
Hundreds of users are still infected
Malwarebytes updated to version 3.1
Malwarebytes is our go-to program when it comes to real-time protection against malware and other threats. This is not a major update, but there are some important improvements and bug fixes, including a reduction in memory usage, faster load times, UI responsiveness and faster startup times. Download links and complete release notes are available here.
7 Free Apps to Install on a New Windows PC
5 days, 5 killer tech tips You just bought a new Windows laptop, built a new desktop, or are simply clean installing on a new SSD. Gotta love the smell of a fresh new machine, but now you have to get back to productivity zen by recovering your files and installing programs. We've compiled a list of essential programs to get you started.
Malwarebytes 3.0 lands with all new interface, performance improvements
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware has been a long time favorite among the TechSpot staff and security experts everywhere. The program's ability for spotting and eliminating malware that can be overlooked by traditional antivirus software has earned its well deserved reputation. Best of all, it's free for personal use (paid version adds real-time monitoring).
