threats

Once, hackers wrote malware just for the fun of it, but now Trojans are serious business. However, here are five modern, weird malware samples that may be funny and strange, but they are still very dangerous.

Have you ever received a letter from a Nigerian prince? A Nigerian astronaut? How about Daenerys Targaryen? If so, you know that we are talking about funny Nigerian spam — and this post covers it all!

Mobile ransomware is on the rise. We discuss the most popular ransomware families, speculate on some statistics, and suggest the best means of protection. 


While we rest, cybercriminals work. Kaspersky Lab discusses the main risks for tourists and travelers on business trips.

Our survey questioned consumers – 97% of whom had travelled to another country during the past 12 months – about their digital habits abroad. It found that in the world of work and leisure, we are a well-travelled lot, but we tend to leave our digital security at home.

Where ransomware originates, how blockers evolve into cryptors, and why this type of malware is cybercriminals’ favorite tool.

Do you have some long abandoned accounts? Do you use the same password everywhere? If so, change all of them now!

Kaspersky’s free WindowsUnlocker utility brings your locker-infected computer back and gets rid of the malware.

Ransomware is a tough nut to crack — and while it’s distracting you by encrypting your files, it may also be turning your computer into a zombie.

Hospital pays ransomware ransom, does not get files back.

Charging your smartphone’s battery over USB can be dangerous: Thieves can steal your files, infect your smartphone with something nasty — or even brick it.

So you just paid for tickets to the Olympics, and now you’re planning your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Check that ticket twice: you may have been scammed.

The Petya ransomware installer now includes another ransomware called Mischa that complements it.

While many got a good laugh about CryptXXX evolving to beat out tool, ransomware is no laughing matter. Introducing V2 of our tool.

Free Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool helps cleaning up PCs, which have no antivirus installed.

CryptXXX ransomware encrypts files, steals data and bitcoins. Sounds serious, but we have a solution!

Windows is in the process of rolling out new changes to the fabled BSOD (‘Blue Screen Of Death’) which could have security implications.

USA and Canada governments are fed up with the tyranny of ransomware. Experts from both countries analyzed the latest incidents and released an advisory for their citizens.

A pirate app store that has tricked Apple and passed its code review is now stealing user’s credentials using FairPlay Man-in-the Middle attack.

A new MaaS malware hits gamers and businesses.

The average American’s data has been stolen several times. Now when it’s done, what would a cybercriminal do next? We have discussed it at RSA Conference 2016.