Tag: Malware
All About Cybercrimes – How You Can Be The Next Prey Of Hackers
We live in a world of cybercrimes, where installing an anti-virus software is simply not enough to protect your data from being stolen and leaked on the internet. Online threats exist in various forms and while your security software may detect some malware, professional hackers can spot vulnerabili ...
7 Simple Ways To Always Keep Your Smartphone Safe
When it comes to our smartphones, many of us never think about our security when using them. It seems so unlikely that anything would happen when you’re using your smartphone, so why should you worry? Well, it turns out that there are plenty of reasons to worry when it comes to your smartphone and d ...
Ransomware Is A Billion Dollar Game Of Cat And Mouse
Cyber security is a never-ending game of cat and mouse between criminals and those offering some form of protection, which is why we can never rest on our laurels. Yes, we now have more ways than ever to stay safe online, but that doesn't mean we're threat-free. In fact, according to recent statisti ...
How Lighting Or A Song In A Coffee Shop Can Initiate Mobile Malware
As technology gets more sophisticated, hackers fine-tune the ways they are able to access our personal information. I consider myself to be up-to-date on these types of attacks, but just this week I had a close call. I caught it in time, but it was an eye opener. Digital theft is becoming more and m ...
![Mobile Ninja Tactics To Fight Off Mobile Malware [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mobile-ninja-tactics-malware-infographic-optimized.png "Mobile Ninja Tactics To Fight Off Mobile Malware [Infographic]")
Mobile Ninja Tactics To Fight Off Mobile Malware [Infographic]
For a while, Apple users could brag about their gadgets not getting any viruses or malware. Those days are long gone, and now we're faced with the fact that even our mobile devices can catch a "cold." Actually, it's more than just a cold. If your mobile device was to attract a virus or malware, your ...
Lookout Labs Introduces Mobile Threat Tracker
Mobile operating systems have become a playground for hackers looking to steal personal information. Until now, it's been difficult for ordinary smartphone users to know just how prevalent malicious software has become. Yesterday, Lookout Mobile Security released a new app for Android users called M ...
Stuxnet: Anatomy Of World’s Most Advanced Computer Virus
Every day we hear about new viruses, malware and trojans. It's become an automated process to keep our computers safe by using one of the many protection softwares out there. Even though the malicious attacks from hackers cost millions (sometimes billions) of dollars each year, it's somewhat of a si ...
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Twitter Malware: A Complete Timeline [Infographic]
You are using Twitter, right? If you have used the social networking service for a while, you are well aware of the hiccups it has had through its existence. Compared to some other sites, there haven't been too many, but still there have been enough to make the average Twitter addict annoyed out of ...
![Facebook Security: Simple Guide To Staying Safe [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Facebook-Security-Guide-And-Measures-1-optimized.png "Facebook Security: Simple Guide To Staying Safe [Infographic]")
Facebook Security: Simple Guide To Staying Safe [Infographic]
As social media gets ever more crowded and hackers and crackers are lurking around in pretty much every corner, you should keep up with safety measures in order to keep your account clean from malware and evil doers. It's not easy I know, but with a few recommendations, you will find that it's not a ...
Computer Viruses: 40 Year Timeline of Progression
Many websites (including Mashable) are reporting that 2011 is the 25th anniversary of computer viruses; however... upon digging further, I'd like to report to all you real geeks out there that those pesky little buggers have been around for about 40 years (not 25).
So, happy 40th anniversary to c ...
![Hackers vs. Adobe: How File Types Cripple Security [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Hackers-Vs-Adobe-Malware-Infographic-1-optimized.jpg "Hackers vs. Adobe: How File Types Cripple Security [Infographic]")
Hackers vs. Adobe: How File Types Cripple Security [Infographic]
Every day we see new malicious malware spring up, and our virus software captures thousands of new and old attacks on our computers. We're constantly trying to shield ourselves from the attacks but hackers continuously find new ways to get to our information. Adobe has been a target now for about ...
Protect Your Gear: Awesome Intuitive Virus Protection
In the climate of today's technology landscape, pretty much everyone is battling the storm of malware and viruses that could potentially render your most valuable assets unusable. If it wasn't for all the companies out there that specialize in creating virus protection, firewalls and malware detect ...
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