by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 23, 2026 | Eastern Europe, Ghostwriter, JavaScript Malware, malicious links, malware, OYSTERFRESH, Phishing Email, Ukraine
How OYSTERFRESH Is Powering New Phishing Attacks on Ukraine. Members of the Ukrainian government have been targeted by a new wave of phishing attacks aimed at stealing sensitive data. This new attack uses phishing emails which, at first glance, look like...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 16, 2026 | Bundled software, JDownloader, Linux shell installer, open-source, Remote Access Trojan, supply chain security, unpatched software, Windows installer
Popular Installer Hit by Malware Supply-Chain Attack. A popular software installer has been found carrying malware, briefly exposing thousands of users during a supply-chain attack. JDownloader is a widely used open-source download manager known for handling...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 9, 2026 | Cyber Security, Cybercriminals, IT security, network devices, Public WiFi, reusing passwords, supplier access, unsecured cloud
Five IT Security Risks Businesses Often Miss. Cybercriminals no longer take the obvious route into your networks. They now focus on exploiting user habits, outdated systems, and trusted tools. Most business owners understand the importance of protecting their...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 2, 2026 | fake IT support, harvest data, Microsoft Teams, Phishing Email, security, SNOW malware
Why You Should Think Twice Before Trusting IT Support. A supposedly helpful message from IT support could be all it takes for hackers to get into your PC. Most people are used to receiving messages from their IT team. After all, we regularly raise tickets for...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 26, 2026 | Hackers, malicious code, malicious sites, malware, Plugins, WordPress
Trusted WordPress Plugins Turned Into Malware Delivery Tools. A hacked WordPress plugin suite has pushed malware to thousands of websites, highlighting how trusted tools can quickly be turned into threats. When you run a website, you tend to assume that popular...
