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Author Archives: Paul Ducklin
Vcrypt ransomware brings along a buddy to do the encryption
Here’s a ransomware story with a difference. Some of your files can be recovered without paying, while others get wiped out forever. Continue reading Vcrypt ransomware brings along a buddy to do the encryption
Firefox 76.0 released with critical security patches – update now
Firefox’s latest version is out, with new password management features and a raft of security fixes. Continue reading Firefox 76.0 released with critical security patches – update now
GoDaddy – “unauthorized individual” had access to login info
Web hosting behemoth GoDaddy just filed a data breach notification with the US state of California. Continue reading GoDaddy – “unauthorized individual” had access to login info
ILOVEYOU: The Love Bug virus 20 years on – could it happen again?
If you weren’t using a computer 20 years ago, this is what people mean when they talk with dismay about ILOVEYOU or the Love Bug… Continue reading ILOVEYOU: The Love Bug virus 20 years on – could it happen again?
“Zero-click” mobile phone attacks – and how to avoid them
What if a messaging app has to show you an unwanted message so you can decide whether you want it shown to you? Continue reading “Zero-click” mobile phone attacks – and how to avoid them
iPhone “word of death” could crash your phone – what you need to know
Yes, a rogue “word” could freeze up your iPhone – but it’s not malware, it doesn’t steal data and doesn’t do permanent damage. Continue reading iPhone “word of death” could crash your phone – what you need to know
Warning! Fake Zoom “HR meeting” emails phish for your password
Scammers have turned to employment worries as their latest lure for Zoom phishing scams. Continue reading Warning! Fake Zoom “HR meeting” emails phish for your password
5 common mistakes that lead to ransomware
Here are five simple tips that will help you keep ransomware out and your precious data in Continue reading 5 common mistakes that lead to ransomware
Patch now! Microsoft issues unexpected Office fix
You might not have heard of FBX files… but the latest Office versions support them, so don’t neglect this patch! Continue reading Patch now! Microsoft issues unexpected Office fix