malware

Malware is any software intentionally designed to cause damage to a computer, server, client, or computer network. A wide variety of types of malware exist, including computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, adware, rogue software, and scareware.

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Malware Strikes Merchants Behind The EMV Curve
Malware Strikes Merchants Behind The EMV Curve
March 30, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Cybersecurity firm FireEye warns of the dangers that custom-built malware poses to retailers due to its ability to capture payment card details directly from retail...

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Are Two-Thirds Of Android Phones At Serious Risk Of Being Hacked?
Are Two-Thirds Of Android Phones At Serious Risk Of Being Hacked?
January 20, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Bad news for Android phone owners and enthusiasts, according to recent reports. A flaw in the OS’ Linux kernel has the potential to be the...

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Android Malware Hacks One-Time Codes
Android Malware Hacks One-Time Codes
January 14, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Accounts protected by two-factor authentication may face a greater risk of being hijacked by a newly updated Android malware, IT News reported Tuesday (Jan. 12)....

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ATM Malware Gang That Stole Millions Nabbed
ATM Malware Gang That Stole Millions Nabbed
January 11, 2016  |  International

The international criminal group thought to be behind a year-long series of malware attacks on ATMs across Europe was dismantled late last week. The operation...

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Are Banks Equipped To Tackle Banking Malware?
Are Banks Equipped To Tackle Banking Malware?
January 08, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

While banks and security companies may be putting up their best efforts to fight off cyberthreats, the infection rates of banking Trojans remain on the...

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Restaurant’s Payment Malware Incident Spans Seven States
Restaurant’s Payment Malware Incident Spans Seven States
December 09, 2015  |  News

The company known as CM Ebar LLC, which is the parent operation of the 29-unit Elephant Bar restaurant chain, said Tuesday (Dec. 8) that customers...

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