Virus stories
A nationwide trial could begin by month-end after Queensland researchers said two existing drugs wiped out coronavirus in test tubes and in some patients.
Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.
Delays between alerts and action leave businesses exposed, as ransomware and stolen credentials can spread before anyone intervenes.
The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.
Microsoft Office suite contains four new security vulnerabilities that can be exploited to execute code on targets, says Check Point Research.
While many parents worry about their child's online activity, many are not taking precautionary measures, according to new insights from ESET.
The first computer virus was born 34 years ago, created by a student at the University of California. Security firms are still fighting malware today.
When next-gen vendors talk about behavioural analysis as their exclusive discovery, they're at best misinformed.
In short, botnets allow hackers to take control of multiple computers at the one time to spread viruses, create spam and perform attacks.
Internet Service Provider Slingshot is working with New Zealand Police to protect customers from a serious global malware attack. #CyberSecurity.
Holiday season alert: Scammers set to double profits on social media with a surge in Christmas and charity scams. Stay vigilant online.
As privacy concerns spike, individuals start prioritising data protection in 2014 while scammers exploit every niche in the digital world.
PC slowdowns, lengthy startups and sluggish browsers are just some of the most common technical peeves reported by computer users this year.
SMBs using Macs must enhance their cyber-security as Apple devices increasingly targetted by malware, like the Flashback virus.
Metservice website hit by malware amid peak traffic, spreading Personal Shield Pro Trojan through ads. Company working on fixes.
Macs face unprecedented virus threat with OSX/MacDefender.A, tricking users with bogus malware scans. A concerning first for Apple devotees.
AVG reveals 10 signs of a PC virus, from slow speeds to rogue pop-ups, warning of undetectable malware threats.
50% of UK businesses fell victim to cybercrime in 2024, despite increased efforts in cybersecurity, with phishing being the leading attack method.
Kaspersky Security Network has uncovered more than two million incidents originating from servers located in Singapore in the 2Q19.
Amongst political turmoil, Indonesia and the Philippines are now one of the world's major hotspots for malware infection rates.
