Hacked Skype accounts are being used to spread malware
No one knows how the Skype accounts were hacked, but they're being used to drop DarkGate malware......»»
The hornet has landed: Scientists combat new honeybee killer in US
Researchers are working to limit the threat while developing better eradication methods. Enlarge / 2023 marked the first sighting of a yellow-legged hornet in the United States, sparking fears that it may spread and devastate hon.....»»
The Cockroach’s Surprisingly Recent Path to Global Domination
A common species of cockroach hails from Asia, according to new research that tracks its spread around the globe.....»»
Bird Flu’s Missed Clues on Dairy Farms in Texas
Detecting bird flu signs in dairy cows sooner could have helped staunch the virus's spread.....»»
Here Are the AirPods Problems Users Are Struggling With in May
We continue to track AirPods issues in an effort to help users and spread awareness and today we want to highlight the bugs and performance issues AirPods users are dealing with this month. Over the course of the month, owners of Apple’s AirPod.....»»
Huntress adds Active Remediation and macOS coverage to its EDR solution
Huntress announced that its Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) product now includes Active Remediation and macOS coverage. Huntress EDR previously included proactive isolation to stop the spread of threats immediately, click-to-approve rem.....»»
Compromised courtroom recording software was served from vendor’s official site
Courtroom recording software JAVS Viewer has been saddled with loader malware and has been served from the developer’s site since at least April 2, a threat researcher has warned last month. After analyzing a flagged installer detected in a cus.....»»
The best free antivirus software for 2024
Here are our picks for the best free antivirus software to protect and clear up malware on your computer without requiring a subscription......»»
Compromised recording software was served from vendor’s official site, threat researchers say
Legitimate recording software JAVS Viewer has been saddled with loader malware and has been served from the developer’s site since at least April 2, a threat researcher has warned last month. After analyzing a flagged installer detected in a cu.....»»
Researchers identify the pathogen causing sea urchin mass mortalities in the Red Sea
A continuing study from Tel Aviv University has found that the deadly epidemic discovered last year, which has essentially wiped out Eilat's most abundant and ecologically significant sea urchins, has spread across the Red Sea and into the Indian Oce.....»»
US government spending $50m on auto-patcher for hospital IT
There is a lot at stake for the UPGRADE program as hackers continue to batter healthcare organizations with malware and ransomware......»»
Norton 360 for Windows review: excellent antivirus packed with extras
We review Norton's antivirus and cybersecurity plans, checking malware protection, support, pricing, and more to help you keep your data secure......»»
Sustainable, high-performance paper coating material could reduce microplastic pollution
Plastic pollution presents a global challenge that must be solved. In particular, packaging accounts for 30–50% of the total plastic consumption. While paper packaging is eco-friendly, it lacks crucial functionalities like moisture resistance and s.....»»
New research into the secrets of the forest: Finnish tree population is made up of families and neighborhoods
The trees in the forest are not just a random group. Fascinating facts reveal pine tree family relationships. The pollen that floats in the air can spread for hundreds of kilometers, but the offspring are usually found in the neighborhood......»»
Researchers spot cryptojacking attack that disables endpoint protections
A key component: Installing known vulnerable drivers from Avast and IOBit. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Malware recently spotted in the wild uses sophisticated measures to disable antivirus protections, destroy evidenc.....»»
How small & medium businesses can stop Mac malware in its tracks
Some of us are old enough to remember the days when malware was strictly a Windows problem. Macs were more secure by design, but another key factor was that there weren’t enough of them in use to make Mac malware a sensible use of time for attacker.....»»
Security Bite: Most common macOS malware in 2024 so far
It is a long-standing misconception that Macs are impervious to malware. Unfortunately, this has never been the case. While Apple might hope people continue to overlook the severity, Mac users continue to be caught off guard by cybercriminals’ adva.....»»
Municipal broadband advocates fight off attacks from “dark money” groups
"Social welfare" groups spread industry talking points against public broadband. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Cities and towns that build their own broadband networks often say they only considered the.....»»
How cockroaches spread around the globe to become the pest we know today
They're six-legged, hairy home invaders that just won't die, no matter how hard you try......»»
Cameras reveal wombat burrows can be safe havens after fire and waterholes after rain
Australia's unprecedented Black Summer bushfires in 2019–20 created ideal conditions for misinformation to spread, from the insidious to the absurd......»»
How hunting may have turned humans into long-distance runners
Researchers have discovered hundreds of historical accounts of humans hunting prey by chasing them down over long distances, which some believe is why we evolved our unique talent for endurance running......»»