A version of the hit game Angry Birds: Space that’s been seeded with malware has been discovered in the wild, although only the adventurous may risk being infected. SophosLabs analyst Graham Cluley said that his organization discovered versions of Angry Birds: Space that made their way into “unofficial Android app…
‘Flashback’ Mac Malware: One More Reason to Switch to Linux
Given the vast numbers of Macs that are apparently infected with the Flashback Trojan malware, it’s not at all surprising to see that sales of Mac security software are now skyrocketing. Of course, after finally admitting to the problem, Apple is now reportedly working on a fix–and Kaspersky already has…
How the Mac Got Its First Malware Epidemic
Apple has long touted the fact that the Mac "doesn't get PC viruses" as a selling point for its brand of personal computer. But over half a million Macs have now been hit with a type of malware called the Flashback trojan, making about 1 in 100 Macs worldwide that…
Android malware poses as Angry Birds Space game
Android malware authors have seized an opportunity to infect unsuspecting smartphone users with the launch of the latest addition to the immensely popular “Angry Birds” series of games. View full post on Naked Security – Sophos View full post on National Cyber Security
Apple preparing to fight Mac malware
CUPERTINO, Calif., April 11 (UPI) — Apple says it is taking action, both technical and legal, against the Flashback malware infecting as many as 600,000 Mac computers around the world. The company is “developing software that will detect and remove the Flashback malware,” it said on it support site. Apple…
Apple to Release Flashback Malware Detection, Removal Tool
The company hasn’t yet said when it expects the tool to be made available. View full post on eSecurityPlanet RSS Feed View full post on National Cyber Security
Cloud payroll services the target of cybercriminals using Zeus malware
Cybercriminals are using the Zeus online banking malware to target companies that use cloud-based payroll services, according to researchers from security firm Trusteer. The researchers have come across a Zeus configuration that monitors the log-in web page of a Canadian provider of human resources and payroll services called Ceridian Canada,…
Apple taking technical, legal action against Flashback malware
Apple announces its intention to take action against the Flashback malware that security experts say has infected up to 600,000 Mac computers Apple on Tuesday announced its intention to take action against the Flashback malware that experts say has infected up to 600,000 Mac computers around the world. In an…
Apple developing software to remove Flashback malware
Apple has announced in an update to its support site that it is “developing software that will detect and remove the Flashback malware.” The notice makes clear Apple’s intention to take action against the Flashback malware that experts say has infected up to 600,000 Mac computers around the world. The company is also…
Apple Developing Flashback Malware Removal Tool
Apple is in the process of developing a tool that will detect and remove the Flashback virus from infected Macs, the company revealed Tuesday. An estimated 600,000 Macs, or the market equivalent of 8.5 million PCs, have been infected with the Flashback Trojan botnet, which was originally discovered last year….