Is it possible for a malware in a VM to be still running after the VM is shut down?

Let’s say that VMWare or VirtualBox is running the newest version of Debian. I’m not sure if it’s possible for any program in the guest to continue running, stealing data from the host, even after the guest system has shut down.

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If the connection is encrypted, is it still unsafe to login at a public network?

It’s common knowledge that one shouldn’t login to personal or bank accounts on public wifi such as in a starbucks or a hotel. However, assuming that the connection is HTTPS and the passwords itself are encrypted, how is it not secure? Beca… Continue reading If the connection is encrypted, is it still unsafe to login at a public network?