CVE-2018-17144: Bitcoin Core Vulnerability Could Have Crashed the Network

The Bitcoin Core software has been patched to fix a critical vulnerability that could have crashed the network. The changelog and statement released by the development team shows that the problem lies in the possibility for a DoS (denial-of-service) at… Continue reading CVE-2018-17144: Bitcoin Core Vulnerability Could Have Crashed the Network

Magecart Hackers Stole Customers Payment Card Data from Newegg

The infamous criminal collective known as Magecart has successfully infiltrated the Newegg site and stole the stored payment card details stored by the company’s customers. This is a critical breach into the online merchant’s systems as the… Continue reading Magecart Hackers Stole Customers Payment Card Data from Newegg

Remove Matrix Ransomware – Restore .CHE808 Files

A new Matrix ransomware strain has been identified in an ongoing attack processing files with the .CHE808 or .CHE80 extension. Its modular framework allows the hackers to create custom threats against specific targets. We anticipate that newer versions… Continue reading Remove Matrix Ransomware – Restore .CHE808 Files

.gamma CrySiS Ransomware – Remove + Restore Files

Security researchers have detected a new iteration of the CrySiS Ransomware which processes victim files with the .gamma extension. This new version follows the well-known behavior patterns and can cause many dangers to the infected hosts. It is based … Continue reading .gamma CrySiS Ransomware – Remove + Restore Files

Remove Rektware Ransomware – Restore Encrypted Data

The Rektware ransomware is a new virus threat that is currently being developed by a an unknown hacker or criminal collective. Unlike other ransomware it will add a randomly-named extension to the victim files. We suspect that future updates will…Rea… Continue reading Remove Rektware Ransomware – Restore Encrypted Data

Remove ViroBotnet Ransomware and Restore .enc Files

ViroBotnet ransomware is a new ransomware that modifies the target systems and encrypts user data with a strong algorithm, the resulting files will be marked with the .enc extension. At the moment the captured samples are an intermediate release, we…… Continue reading Remove ViroBotnet Ransomware and Restore .enc Files

2 Billion Bluetooth Devices Still Affected by the Blueborne Vulnerability

Following last year’s disclosure of the BlueBorne vulnerability security experts note that about 2 billion Bluetooth devices are still affected by it. BlueBorne is a collection of bugs that allow the hackers to intrude into them. Many of these de… Continue reading 2 Billion Bluetooth Devices Still Affected by the Blueborne Vulnerability

Remove BondUpdater Trojan — Restore Your Computer From Infections

The BondUpdater Trojan is a dangerous weapon used against high-profile targets utilizing an unique infection mechanism. It is believed that the criminals behind it are highly experienced and are connected to a state-sponsored actor. Our article gives a… Continue reading Remove BondUpdater Trojan — Restore Your Computer From Infections

Cold Boot Attack from 2008 Still Affects PCs and Macs

Computer criminals are constantly looking our for ways to infect computer systems at large. A recent security audit has revealed that hackers are using a 2008 cold boot attack which is still found in modern computers from all major vendors….Read more… Continue reading Cold Boot Attack from 2008 Still Affects PCs and Macs

Remove Matrix Ransomware and Restore .ITLOCK Files

Security reports indicate that a new iteration of the Matrix ransomware has been identified processing the victim files with the .ITLOCK extension. Our article provides an overview of the virus operations and it also may be helpful in attempting to…R… Continue reading Remove Matrix Ransomware and Restore .ITLOCK Files