The German AV-Test Institute has compared sixteen antivirus scanners for end-users on Windows 10, and an impressive thirteen packages have been designated as ‘Top Products,’ including the built-in Windows 10 antivirus scanner and the free solution from Avast. In the latest testing conducted in May and June, antivirus packages were evaluated based on malware detection, performance, and usability.
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NewsCriminals Exploit Six-Year-Old Vulnerability to Infect Zyxel Routers with Malware for Botnet Activities
Malicious actors are attempting to compromise routers manufactured by Zyxel using a vulnerability dating back six years to install malware and incorporate the compromised devices into a botnet for executing distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The targeted router model is the Zyxel P660HN-T1A, which has reached end-of-life since 2016 and no longer receives security updates.
US Initiates Inquiry into Theft of Government Emails on Microsoft Exchange Online
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced the initiation of an investigation into the theft of government emails from Microsoft Exchange Online. Last month, it was revealed that attackers had gained access to emails from government entities and end-users using Exchange Online and Outlook.com for a month-long period. This unauthorized access was made possible through the use of a key stolen from Microsoft, potentially compromising hundreds of thousands of messages.
Google to Release Weekly Security Updates for Chrome
Google is changing its approach by introducing weekly security updates for Chrome. The goal is to address vulnerabilities in the browser more swiftly and close the gap that can occur when patches are not promptly applied.
TunnelCrack Attack: Potential Leakage of VPN User Traffic
A Belgian cybersecurity expert known for uncovering vulnerabilities like the KRACK attack on WPA and WPA2 has developed a new method that exposes a concerning threat to VPN users.
White House Hosts Summit Addressing Ransomware Attacks on Schools
The White House has organized its first-ever summit to address the ransomware attacks impacting American schools. In the previous year, 45 school districts, comprising nearly two thousand schools, were targeted by ransomware incidents.
Deceptive Android Apps Display Ads When Phone Screen is Turned Off
Researchers have discovered dozens of malicious apps in the Google Play Store that show advertisements even when the phone’s screen is turned off.
Hundreds of Weaknesses in WordPress Plug-ins Remain Unupdated
This year, security experts have found 2500 weak spots in additional tools (called plug-ins) for WordPress, a platform used by over 43% of all websites.
Popular WordPress Security Plugin Found Storing User Passwords in Plain Text
A popular security plugin for WordPress, known as “All-In-One Security (AIOS) – Security and Firewall,” has been found to store users’ passwords in plain text within the database.