This article describes how cybercriminals abuse a legitimate remote administration tool called Teramind for malicious purposes. Remote access tools allow users to control or access a device from another location over the internet. When used by cybercriminals, they can secretly access a victim's de
We have examined the Zap PDF application and found that it is advertised as a tool for converting files. However, the app is flagged as malicious by multiple security vendors and can make adjustments in browser settings (it can hijack a browser). Installing Zap PDF can result in privacy and securi
We have inspected the email and concluded that scammers behind it seek to trick recipients into believing that it is a quarantine report from the email service provider. The email contains a link to a fake website designed to steal personal information. Victims of this scam may lose access to thei
Upon testing locate.oculabase.com, we found that it is a fake search engine promoted through an extension designed to hijack web browsers. This fake search engine does not generate results. Instead, it redirects users to other sites that may include fraudulent pages. The extension promoting locate
We have inspected the email and concluded that it is a phishing message posing as an authentication notice from the email provider. Its goal is to lure recipients into sharing personal data on a fraudulent website. Victims of this scam may encounter issues such as account hijacking and additional
The WebWebWeb.com browser hijacker infiltrates Internet browsers (Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox) through free software downloads. At time of testing, this website was promoted via an application called 'video downloader professional'. Developers of this browser settings-changing adware (LINK6
We have examined the email and determined that it is a phishing email intended to steal personal information and (or) money from unsuspecting individuals. This scam email is disguised as a notification from PayPal regarding an invoice. Recipients should ignore this email. As we mentioned i
Search.live-history.com is a fake search engine, which we discovered while analyzing the LivingHistory browser hijacker. This software is endorsed as a quick-access tool for the user's browsing history. Browser hijackers modify browsers to produce redirects to their promoted websites, such as sear
.Xyz is a new variant of Jigsaw ransomware. Following infiltration, this ransomware encrypts various files stored on victims' computers. This is achieved using asymmetric cryptography. During encryption, this ransomware appends the name of each encrypted file with a ".xyz" extension and, thus, it
We have reviewed the email and determined that it is a scam disguised as a "Microsoft security update". It contains deceptive links (disguised as options) leading to malicious downloads. Recipients should ignore this fraudulent message to avoid computer infections and further issues. The e
In February 2026, researchers revealed a coordinated campaign that targeted software developers through fake job interview projects, demonstrating how threat actors increasingly weaponize trust within development workflows. This is yet another example of threat actors targeting developers specifical
In 2025 and early 2026, law enforcement and cybersecurity agencies in the United States have sounded repeated alarms over the rise of sophisticated ATM "jackpotting" attacks, incidents in which threat actors use malware and physical access to force automated teller machines to dispense cash illegall
In a landmark escalation of the fight against online piracy in Spain, a Spanish commercial court has granted precautionary measures requiring NordVPN and Proton VPN to block access to websites identified as illegally streaming LaLiga matches within Spain. The decision, issued on February 17, 2026, u
Over the past decade, the traditional understanding of military conflict has shifted. No longer confined to kinetic confrontations and physical engagements, modern strategic competition extends deeply into cyberspace. In an era where digital infrastructure underpins critical military capabilities, t
In recent months, cybersecurity researchers have discovered that advanced ransomware operators are abusing legitimate employee-monitoring and remote-support software as covert access channels into corporate networks. This shift represents a tactical evolution in ransomware tradecraft, where adversar
Combo Cleaner is an all-in-one solution developed by RCS LT, the company behind PCrisk.com. Making a powerful entrance as a comprehensive antivirus and system optimization solution, it's here to shield you from various threats on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
When assessing the best way to reclaim your privacy, the personal data removal service Incogni is a popular option. It works by automatically sending requests to data brokers and people-search websites, erasing personal information from their databases.
Launched in 2010 by the privacy company Abine and based in the U.S., DeleteMe has over a decade of experience in cleaning up personal information from the web. This review examines DeleteMe's pricing, features, performance, and value.
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