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Chinese Ransomlock Malware Changes Windows Login Credentials

21

Aug

2013

Although ransomware has become an international problem, we rarely see Chinese versions. Recently, Symantec Security Response noticed a new type of ransomlock malware that not only originates from China but also uses a new ransom technique to force users into paying to have their computers unlocked. This threat is written in Easy Programming Language and […]

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Tor Anonymity Comes Under Attack

06

Aug

2013

On August 4, websites hosted by Freedom Hosting, a service provider that offers anonymous hosting through the Tor network, began to host malicious scripts. This follows media reports from August 3 about US authorities seeking the extradition of the man believed to be the head of Freedom Hosting. The scripts that were found take advantage […]

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Yet Another Bunch of Malicious Apps Found on Google Play

31

Jul

2013

In a recent blog entry we covered how scammers continue to publish malicious apps on Google Play and how the Android app market is struggling to keep itself clean.In many cases it is difficult to quickly identify any malicious intent of applications and in-depth analysis is often required to be truly safe-a challenge for Google […]

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