Fake Windows XP activation trojan goes 2.0

Known as Kardphisher and “in the wild” since April, 2007, last week the malware author of this trojan horse mimicking the Windows XP activation interface while collecting the credit card details the end user has submitted, has made significant changes to visual interface and usability of the trojan, consequently improving its authenticity. Guess what [...]

Microsoft kills OneCare, replaces it with freebie ‘Morro’

Microsoft today announced plans to kill its Windows Live OneCare PC care and security suite and replace it with a free anti-malware utility. The new product, code-named “Morro,” will be designed for a smaller footprint that will use fewer computing resources, making it ideal for low-bandwidth scenarios or less powerful PCs, Microsoft said its [...]

Malware found in Lenovo software package

Malware found in Lenovo software package Posted by Ryan Naraine @ 11:07 am Categories: Microsoft, Browsers, Rootkits, Spam and Phishing, Spyware and Adware, Viruses and Worms, Data theft, Anti Virus, Malware, Research Tags: Lenovo Group Ltd., Malware, Microsoft Windows, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Microsoft Windows XP, Tools & Techniques, Viruses And Worms, Security, [...]