Game on: two more crypto-ransomware threats for Linux web servers emerge
There are now three known examples of file-encrypting ransomware for Linux servers, according to a Russian antivirus firm.
There are now three known examples of file-encrypting ransomware for Linux servers, according to a Russian antivirus firm.
Malware that encrypts files unless a payment is made has been an exclusive risk to Windows machines. The “Mabouia” malware for Apple’s OS X now could pose a similar threat to Macs.
Crypto-ransomware hackers who have plagued PCs for the past two years have found a new tack — high value business websites.
Carberp, a banking trojan that recently hit over 150,000 Australian PCs, is taking a second bite at Australia through spam email loaded with malware.
Security vendors are often accused of spreading fear, uncertainty and doubt (FUD) in the name of software sales. But occasionally they also hose down overstated claims by malware authors.