Threats

A bug in WinRAR allows malefactors to gain full control over your device. All they need you to do is unpack a rigged RAR file.

Systems designed to guard against car theft can be used to track, immobilize, and steal vehicles.

To hijack popular Instagram accounts, scammers are sending phishing e-mails with fake copyright infringement notifications.

Facebook suing developers from Ukraine, Apex Legends’ battle against cheaters, Facebook’s double-edged sword on privacy, and more.

In this episode of the Kaspersky Lab podcast, Dave and Jeff take a look at Facebook’s rumored cryptocurrency, TikTok’s fine from the FTC, and the latest issue for YouTube.

A close look at Pirate Matryoshka malware, and why even inveterate pirates should not download cracked software from torrent trackers.

GandCrab still holds 40% of the ransomware market. Recent distribution methods help the malware stand out.

Malware disguised as Apex Legends for Android.

In this episode of the Kaspersky Lab podcast, the guys take a look at the latest attacks on users of adult websites, Nike’s Internet of Shoes issues, America’s view on identity theft, and more.

Adult websites are often seen as a security threat, but few know that Trojans could be after their porn site accounts.

The UK calls for Facebook regulation, lightsaber duels, Nike’s smart shoes, license plate emoji, and more, in the Kaspersky Lab Transatlantic Cable podcast.

Can an ATM turn into a slot machine? WinPot malware helps its owners win big at the “ATM game.”

Too many ads on your computer lately? Malicious Chrome extensions might be to blame.

The story of a guy who just wanted to download a pirated copy of a game but got malware instead. It’s happening more and more often, and we explain why.

In this episode of the Kaspersky Lab podcast, the team takes a look at hacks in OKCupid, the acquisition of Eero, and connected refrigerators.

A preview of the 2019 Security Analyst Summit from Kaspersky Lab with Sergey Lozhkin and Jeff Esposito.

Scammers are sending tons of YouTube direct messages pretending to be from top YouTubers. They’re phishing. Here’s how the scheme works.

Jeff and David take a look at a recalled smart watch in the EU, faulty webcam covers from the NSA, changes in iOS, and more.

In this Security Analyst Summit preview, Jeff talks with Vitaly Kamluk of Kaspersky Lab’s Global Research and Analysis team.

We explain how ultrasound and audio recordings hidden in background noise can be used to control voice assistants.

Crooks hacked telecom protocol SS7 to steal banking two-factor authentication codes.