
Conventional Phishing attacks involved tricking potential victims to enter their respective usernames and passwords on fake websites which resembled the genuine websites. Once the login credentials were captured, they were used to steal business as well as personal data. A new trend that has emerged is to trick users into downloading malware that once downloaded […]
The WhatsApp image scam is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous digital threats in 2025. Unlike the usual scams involving OTPs or suspicious links, cybercriminals are now hiding malware inside innocent-looking images sent via WhatsApp. When you open these pictures, the hidden malware gets activated—giving hackers access to your bank details, passwords, and even […]
YouTubers extorted via copyright strikes to spread malware—a disturbing cyber threat uncovered by Kaspersky researchers—reveals a new layer of cybercriminal tactics. By exploiting YouTube’s copyright enforcement system, attackers manipulate platform policies to pressure creators into distributing SilentCryptoMiner malware. This deceptive scheme not only jeopardizes the credibility of content creators but also puts their vast audiences […]