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Russian malware scum post new rent-an-exploit
The Register WebEx on Firefox is among the targets of a new exploit kit that's started circulating on Russian nastyware exchanges. The Disdain-based exploit kit is described here by security services outfit IntSights, which says the exploit kit is offered by … |
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Don't touch that mail! London uni fears '0-day' used to cram network with ransomware
The Register Updated University College London is tonight tackling a serious ransomware outbreak that has scrambled academics' files. It is feared the software nasty may be exploiting a zero–day vulnerability, or is a previously unseen strain of malware as … |
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Pop-up Android adware uses social engineering to resist deletion
The Register A malicious Android app that downloads itself from advertisements posted on forums strongly resists removal, security firm Zscaler warns. The dodgy Android utility poses as "Ks Clean", an Android cleaner app. Once installed, the app displays a fake … |
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Acronis adds automated ransomware protection to latest Backup version
The Register In a well-timed release Acronis has announced its Backup 12.5 product with automated ransomware protection and data integrity checking via blockchain. Acronis Backup 12.5 comes in two editions – Standard and Advanced – with an easy in-place upgrade … |