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After update, Kaspersky tool no longer combats CryptXXX ransomware

The tool released by Kaspersky to combat CryptXXX has been counteracted by a new version of the ransomware.
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Kaspersky battles back against CryptXXX ransomware

Users affected by the CryptXXX ransomware can now download a free utility from Kaspersky to counteract the attack.
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Kaspersky finds 1,200 versions of ‘Steam stealer’ malware

New research by Kaspersky finds 1,200 active versions of "Steam stealer" malware being sold as a means of gaining unlawful access to user accounts.
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Ransomware, mobile payments will be 2016’s most severe security threats

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When it comes to cyber-security, Millennials have a lot to learn

A new survey from Symantec shows that millennials are over confident in their cybersecurity but baby boomers are more practical.
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Kaspersky CEO hits back over malware claims

CEO Eugene Kaspersky wrote a rebuttal to claims that his security company has been planting false positives for other antivirus companies to trip up over.
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Kaspersky Lab accused of faking malware to generate false positives in competing software

Ex-employees have accused Kaspersky Lab of generating fake malicious files that its competitors would flag and undermine its work.
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Norton users encouraged to drop Edge browser due to lack of extensions

Norton Antivirus now warns against using Microsoft's Edge browser, thanks to its lack of support for extensions.
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Security experts Kaspersky report advanced hacking attack against its own network

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Ransomware is the new hot threat everyone is talking about; what do you need to know?

We're going to break down everything you need to know about the spread of ransomware, and how it affects average users in the threat landscape.
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Can Macs get viruses and malware? We ask an expert

There is a popular conception that Macs can't get viruses, but is that really true? Do you need antivirus software on your Mac? We asked some experts to find out.
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What is a zero-day attack, and can anything defend against it?

Zero-days. You've heard about them in the news, across the net, even on Digital Trends, but what are they really, and is there any hope to stop them?
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Kaspersky, police fighting ransomware with freely downloadable tool

The CoinVault ransomware holds your data hostage unless you pay to release it, but a new tool from Kaspersky may set your data free.
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The Equation Group’s scalpel proves the sledgehammer is unneeded

On this week's edition of Decrypt This, we dive in deep to the inner workings of the Equation Group, and find out what Kaspersky learned over the past year.
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Hackers steal up to $1 billion in huge online bank heist

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New malware numbers jump sharply in 2014

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Protect your home from network intrusion with Bitdefender’s Box

The Bitdefender Box is a router that can protect your home network by scanning for and rejecting malicious data before it reaches your PC and other devices.
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If you’re not careful, the next time you log into hotel Wi-Fi, your data might check out

Watch out for public or semi-public Wi-Fi connections in luxury Asian hotels, as they could be home to some extremely dangerous malware.

Viruses are coming to your smart TV, says Kaspersky chief

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John McAfee ‘elated’ at Intel’s decision to drop his name from security software

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Six signs your computer is infected

Use this guide to the most common computer virus symptoms to keep your PC healthy and malware-free.

John McAfee explains how to uninstall McAfee Antivirus – with strippers, coke, and guns

John McAfee hasn't had anything to do with McAfee Antivirus for more than 15 years – but that isn't stopping him from "explaining" how get rid of it.
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Kaspersky: Cyberweapons Flame and Stuxnet share code

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Kaspersky: Stuxnet and Duqu had same developers, started as early as 2007

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Symantec: Cybercrime costs $114 billion a year

Spring Cleaning Gadgets and Tech

Spring cleaning for your computer and gadgets

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Bits before bombs: How Stuxnet crippled Iran’s nuclear dreams

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Adobe Acrobat and Reader under attack with a zero-day exploit

Study: Cybercrime hits two-thirds Internet users

Virus Fools People Into Uninstalling Their Antivirus Software

Facebook Partners with McAfee to Improve Security

Kaspersky Announces Vista Support

Symantec Releases Anti-spyware Beta