‘Tis the Season for Spreading Ad Malware
Ad malware ramps up with the surge in online shopping activity during the holiday season. Taking a few precautionary steps can help consumers and security teams protect their devices and networks.
If Video Killed the Radio, Will Malvertising Kill Your Website?
Malvertising isn't just a nuisance for internet users — it puts businesses and their customers at risk and compromises the integrity of the online advertising ecosystem.
More Than 500,000 Systems Infected by Stantinko Malware Since 2012
Stantinko malware uses Teddy Protection and The Safe Surfing Chrome extensions to commandeer affected PCs. This sophisticated design can execute any code.
Why Windows Devices Are Topping Mobile Malware Infection Rates at 80 Percent
Mobile devices running the Windows mobile operating system make up 80 percent of all malware-infected hardware, recent research showed.
Microsoft Clarifies Its Stance on Whether the Ask Toolbar Is Malware
A recent security policy change from Microsoft was interpreted as a way of classifying programs such as the Ask toolbar as malware.
Adware Identified as Second-Biggest Security Threat of 2014
Adware programs that are designed to render advertisements on end user systems emerged as the second-most prevalent security threat in 2014.
Lenovo Superfish Scandal Prompts Probe, Promise to Reduce Preinstalled Software
Lenovo says it is changing what it puts on its machines to avoid another Superfish scandal, even as a state attorney general's office probes the firm.
Adware Adds to Security Headaches
Over the past few days, we have seen a security incident involving adware explode in the press. Repair, however, starts with conscious decisions.
Researchers: Adtrustmedia’s PrivDog Advertising Software Leaves Some Users at Risk
PrivDog, the advertising software offered by Adtrustmedia, may be breaking SSL security in ways that compromise user security.