by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 3, 2026 | cyber attacks, Gootloader, malware, Update Software
A familiar-looking download is being used in a clever new way to sneak malware onto people’s PCs, and most users would never notice it happening. Gootloader, a long-running malware campaign, has changed its tactics, and that change makes it easier to trick...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 24, 2026 | booking.com, ClickFix, Hacking, malicious websites, Phishing, social engineering
A fake Windows crash appears to be the latest trick hackers are using to sneak malware onto your PC. Employees in the hospitality industry have recently become the target of a new cyberattack. It works by exploiting trust and demanding urgency. The scam begins...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 17, 2026 | Hacking, malware, MgBot, Security Threats, Update Software
A stealthy campaign abused how computers find sites and updates, turning user trust into a surefire way to get infected with malware. For over two years, a hacking group abused a crucial part of how the internet works to spread malware without alerting any...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 10, 2026 | Cosmali Loader, Fake Windows, Hacking, malware, MAS, Microsoft Activation Scripts, PowerShell script, Security, Software
A single typed character led Windows users straight into a malware trap, showing just how quickly something small can turn dangerous. Recently, some Windows users running unofficial activation scripts began seeing something strange on their PCs. Rather than a...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 3, 2026 | AI, Cyber Security, deepfakes, Hacking, malware, Phishing, Security Threats, Zero Trust
2025 has been a chaotic year of malware, vulnerabilities, and innovations in hacking. So, will 2026 take it easier on our PCs? Not a chance. As we move into 2026, a dramatic shift in cybersecurity risks is expected. This means significantly more headaches for...
