Microsoft has had to pull 119 browser extensions from its Edge store after finding they were hiding malware inside images. If you use Microsoft Edge, there’s a good chance you’ll have installed a browser extension at some point. These are small add-ons but...
Your old router could be silently letting hackers into your PC, and you wouldn’t even know they were there. Most people upgrade their PCs every couple of years but don’t extend the same courtesy to their routers. Therefore, the same router can easily stay...
A new piece of malware is hiding on USB drives and quietly redirecting crypto payments before you even notice. USB drives have been with us for decades, and most people think of them as something harmless. We tend to use them to move files around, share...
The promise of a free game might seem like a bargain, but it could end up costing you far more than buying it legally. Pirated PC games have always carried a certain level of risk. Some crash, some don't work properly, and some arrive bundled with bloatware....
Cybercriminals are always trying to catch us out, and the latest threat doesn't arrive in a suspicious email. Instead, it’s hiding in a QR code. The internet has been an everyday part of our lives for a quarter of a century now. In this time, we’ve learned how...
The days of hackers only targeting large organizations are long gone. If you use PCs at your workplace, you’re going to end up on their radar. The internet has always had an element of risk, but 2026 has seen a new level of sophistication brought to the table....
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 official government documents. Within these documents are links or...
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 large files, torrents, and downloads from hosting...
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 They now focus on exploiting user habits, outdated systems, and trusted tools.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 organization with antivirus software, strong...
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 IT support, so there’s usually a valid reason for them...