The digital era has seen increasing amounts of data shifted online, creating rich opportunities for malware schemes such as ransomware and adware. Ransomware, as shown in the 2017 WannaCry malware attack, allows hackers to profit by essentially holding computer systems hostage. Adware tricks users into downloading malware hidden in ads or pop-ups, giving perpetrators control to display unwanted advertisements. Protection measures include vigilant browsing habits and using effective anti-virus software.
Apple security researcher: Latest MacOS encryption malware threat is exaggerated
MacOS malware ‘Banshee’, which targets cryptocurrency wallets and browser credentials, has been discovered by Check Point. The malware mimics Apple’s encryption algorithms to avoid antivirus