Blog Be Aware That ChromeLoader Malware Is Picking Up Steam June 14, 2022 by Vertical Axion A browser hijacker called “ChromeLoader” has had a large uptick in detections this month, which is raising eyebrows among security professionals. ChromeLoader can modify a victim’s web browser settings to show search results that promote unwanted (and usually spammy) software, annoying pop-up ads, fake giveaways, adult games, dating sites, surveys, and the like. As malware […] Read more » Apple General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Recent News Security Technology News Windows
Blog Update VMWare Apps Now For Critical Security Vulnerabilities June 10, 2022 by Vertical Axion The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an advisory that serves as a stark warning. If you’re using VMware products that are impacted by recently disclosed critical security flaws, either patch them immediately or remove them from your network. CISA issued the dire warning because the last time critical security flaws were discovered […] Read more » Business & Finance General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology News Technology Tips
Blog Microsoft Warns New Sysrv Botnet Variant Is Dangerous June 7, 2022 by Vertical Axion Security researchers employed by Microsoft have recently spotted a variant of the Sysrv botnet. They have dubbed the new variant Sysrv-K. This new variant works in two ways. First, it exploits a flaw in the Spring Cloud Gateway that allows remote code execution (tracked as CVE-2022-22947). Second, the botnet scans the web for WordPress plugins […] Read more » Business & Finance General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Recent News Security Technology News
Blog You Might Need This HP Bios Security Update June 6, 2022 by Vertical Axion HP recently released a BIOS update to address a pair of high-severity vulnerabilities that affect a wide range of PC and notebook products offered by the company. In both cases, the vulnerabilities would allow an attacker to execute code arbitrarily and with Kernel level privileges. The two flaws are being tracked as CVE-2021-3808 and CVE-2021-3809 […] Read more » Business Advice General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology News Technology Tips
Blog New Method Hides Malware In Windows Event Logs June 1, 2022 by Vertical Axion At least one group of hackers has learned a new trick you need to be aware of. Security researchers at Kapersky Lab have discovered a malicious campaign-in-progress that is using event logs to store malware. That is a technique that has not been seen or documented until now. This new methodology is designed for maximum […] Read more » General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft New Technology Recent News Security Windows
Blog Beware Of New Backdoor Malware Targeting Linux Users May 31, 2022 by Vertical Axion The name Kevin Beaumont may not be familiar to you, but if you’re a Linux or Solaris user, he may have just saved you a whole lot of grief. Recently, Mr. Beaumont discovered a stealthy backdoor malware that has been quietly infecting Linux and Solaris SPARC systems for more than five years. BPFdoor only parses […] Read more » General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Security Warnings Coming To Certain Google Apps To Help Users May 26, 2022 by Vertical Axion Google has been making some fantastic changes to bolster user security in recent weeks. That includes changes to their Google Play Store that will require developers to disclose exactly what data they plan to track and collect when users install the apps they create. In a related vein, the tech giant has also recently added […] Read more » General Interest Google Google Apps Malware and Virus Protection New Technology Recent News Security
Blog Microsoft Edge Browser To Get Free Limited VPN May 23, 2022 by Vertical Axion There’s a big change coming to the Microsoft Edge browser. Big enough that it may prompt some users to switch to Edge. Recently, Microsoft announced that they’ll be adding a free built-in VPN (Virtual Private Network) service to Edge as part of a long-anticipated security upgrade. Called “Edge Secure Network,” the Redmond giant is currently […] Read more » General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Microsoft Edge Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Users Without Internet Explorer Updates Are Vulnerable To Malware May 20, 2022 by Vertical Axion Researchers at Bitdefender have discovered a new malware campaign. This one uses an attack method that has fallen out of favor in recent months, called the Exploit Kit. Exploit Kits used to be all the rage. Flash Player was a popular target for Exploit Kit based attacks but it is now a thing of the […] Read more » Browsers General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Some Windows 11 Upgrade Links Could Be Malware May 16, 2022 by Vertical Axion There’s a new hacking campaign underway that you need to be aware of especially if you or anyone you know is interested in upgrading to Windows 11. The campaign appears to be a legitimate offer from Microsoft and it gives users the opportunity to upgrade to Windows 11 for free. Unlike many campaigns of this […] Read more » General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Recent News Security Technology News Windows 11
