EvilGnome: A New Backdoor Implant Spies On Linux Desktop Users

Security researchers have discovered a rare piece of Linux spyware that’s currently fully undetected across all major antivirus security software products, and includes rarely seen functionalities with regards to most Linux malware, The Hacker News lea… Continue reading EvilGnome: A New Backdoor Implant Spies On Linux Desktop Users

This Cryptomining Malware Launches Linux VMs On Windows and macOS

Cybersecurity researchers from at least two firms today unveiled details of a new strain of malware that targets Windows and macOS systems with a Linux-based cryptocurrency mining malware.

It may sound strange, but it’s true.

Dubbed “LoudMiner” and a… Continue reading This Cryptomining Malware Launches Linux VMs On Windows and macOS

Android, Nest, & Linux Malware – Paul’s Security Weekly #591

Cellular carriers are implementing services to identify cell scam leveraging, New Android Malware uses motion sensor to avoid detection, Linux Malware disables security software to mine cryptocurrency, and how a Hacker threatened a family using a Nest … Continue reading Android, Nest, & Linux Malware – Paul’s Security Weekly #591

Two Dozen Click Fraud Apps Found in Google Play

Attackers managed to pass Google’s defenses and place 22 Android apps on Google Play that engaged in sophisticated advertising click fraud when installed on users’ phones. The majority of the apps were created after June 2018 and were coll… Continue reading Two Dozen Click Fraud Apps Found in Google Play

Arch Linux AUR Repository Found to Contain Malware

The Arch Linux user-maintained software repository called AUR has been found to host malware. The discovery was made after a change in one of the package installation instructions was made. This is yet another incident that showcases that Linux users….. Continue reading Arch Linux AUR Repository Found to Contain Malware