Blog #Malware

It’s nothing new, masking malware behind apps or softwares, time and again we come across some of these infected softwares without knowing it. A severe privilege escalation vulnerability has been discovered in Notepad++ version 8.8.1, potentially exposing millions of users worldwide to complete system compromise, so if you hadn’t downloaded the update this is wake up call to not update yet until the vulnerability has been fixed. But those who have already downloaded the 8.8.1 and above, if you are already infected stay tuned to see what you should do.

A lengthy battle between WhatsApp and NSO Group Spyware maker was concluded when the jury ordered the infamous spyware maker to pay more than $167 million in damages to the Meta-owned company which brought about the conclusion of a legal battle spanning more than five years, which started in October 2019 when WhatsApp accused NSO Group of hacking more than 1,400 of its users by taking advantage of a vulnerability in the chat app’s audio-calling functionality. While the battle was between WhatsApp and the NSO group, a lot of things came to light that concerns users of the messaging app from Meta. Users need to pay attention so they know what data is collected and processed and how secure and private their chats can be. So we are going to digest 8 things we learned from this case that users should know.

Most of the platforms that require passwords for sign ups and sign ins have always emphasized on the need for strong passwords and for a good reason. Passwords have been for decades an entry point for hackers. Whether it’s from initial access malware looking to open up networks for ransomware attacks, public databases containing hundreds of millions of stolen plaintext credentials, or state-sponsored threat actors with spying on their minds. Nobody can say they are unaware of the dangers of weak or reused passwords, but what about your PIN code? Let’s delve in…

A lot of us use WiFi or have certainly used one before, well the bad news is a WiFi network is one of the most vulnerable networks in the digital world not to mention the public WiFis. Attackers can steal personal information from passwords to social accounts take a pick. With the lucrative business of the online criminal empires on the rise being protected online has never been more essential. Wi-Fi Pineapples trick you into connecting to fake networks, in an attempt to compromise your security and data. Normally you would protect yourself by avoiding public Wi-Fis but since you might need to use the WiFi using VPNs, and watching for suspicious activity might just be the start. So what should you do to protect yourself.

​Online safety doesn’t have to be complicated. With some simple steps, you can easily protect your PC from malware and safeguard your personal data with very little extra effort. The best part? None of these tips cost money. In fact, most important security tools you need are completely free. You can keep yourself and your PC safe online without spending a single dime. Here’s how.

User data and personal information has never been more important in history than the current times we live in, with it being used for targeted ads, selling you things, getting ransomware payments and a whole lot more. Getting hacked can feel overwhelming, but it’s important not to let despair paralyze you and prevent you from taking action. Hackers use various tactics to gain access to your information. It could be a phishing link, a malware-infected file or a scammer posing as an expert offering to fix your computer. The methods are ever evolving. Some attacks involve stolen passwords or identity theft, but regardless of the methods used there are steps you can take to minimize the damage.