Fake ‘Antivirus’ App Spreads Android Malware, Steals Banking Credentials

A fake Android antivirus app called TrustBastion is spreading malware and stealing banking credentials. Here’s how it works and how to stay protected.

Fake CAPTCHA Scam Tricks Windows Users Into Installing Malware

A fake CAPTCHA scam is tricking Windows users into running PowerShell commands that install StealC malware and steal passwords, crypto wallets, and more.

Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam

Chrome and Edge users warned about NexShield browser extension scam that causes crashes and tricks users into installing ...
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Malware Ridden Fake CAPTCHAs Make Me Hate CAPTCHAs Even More

Is that CAPTCHA you just encountered real? Find out how fake CAPTCHAs are installing hidden malware and how to stay safe.

Fake CAPTCHA pages are tricking users into installing malware

The hackers use fake CAPTCHA pages—which are designed to mimic standard security checks—to trick users into installing malicious software (“Stealthy StealC Information Stealer”) via keyboard commands.

30 fake AI Chrome extensions caught stealing passwords and more

Security experts have uncovered dangerous Chrome extensions that promise or impersonate AI tools to steal sensitive data.
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Fake 7-Zip Downloads Turn Home PCs Into Malicious Proxy Nodes

Researchers have uncovered a malware campaign targeting 7-Zip users through fake domain 7zip.com, turning infected computers into proxy nodes.