Posts Tagged ‘computer users’

An Update on Android.Counterclank

Jan

2012

Last week, we posted a blog informing Android users of the discovery of new versions of Android.Tonclank, which we have named Android.Counterclank. The blog generated a bit of discussion over whether these new versions should be a concern to Android users. When classifying applications, our focus is on whether users want to be informed of […]

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The current case “DNSChanger” – what computer users can do now

Jan

2012

There are two different characteristics of “DNSChanger” malware which should become clear with the following explanation: Character 1:The malware modifies the DNS settings on an infected Windows PC. These settings include the “hosts” file and the DHCP settings.If the DNS settings are changed, a user does not reach the website he/she intended to reach when […]

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Fake news of Hugo Chavez’s death leads to malware

Dec

2011

Internet users in Latin America were the intended victims of a malware campaign last week, when an email was spammed out claiming to contain breaking news of the death of Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez. The email claimed that government officials had confirmed the death of 57-year-old Chavez, after a struggle against cancer. The news of […]

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