by Ophtek, LLC | Oct 20, 2026 | blockchain networks, DNS filter, Hackers, Javascript, Malicious JavaScript, Node.js, Ransomware, security software, Windows Registry
The Ransomware Trick Your Security Software Can’t See. One of the simplest ways to protect your PC is with security software, but what happens when the hackers find a way to sneakily bypass this? A lot of the malware campaigns we cover on Ophtek usually...
by Ophtek, LLC | Oct 13, 2026 | Hackers, malware, Microsoft Teams, Office IT, Phishing, PhishLocker
Hackers Are Pretending to Be Your IT Team and Succeeding. Microsoft Teams has been compromised by hackers yet again, and this time they’re trying to get their hands on your passwords. SynkLoader is a new strain of malware which has been discovered by security...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 21, 2026 | AppLocker, AutoRun, bitcoin, cryptocurrency wallets, cryptojacking, Group Policy, Hackers, malware, Monero, Tron, USB Drives
Your USB Stick Could Be Draining Your Crypto Wallet. 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...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 14, 2026 | cracked games, Free Games, Hackers, infostealer, malware, RenEngine, Security, security software, torrents, Zero Trust
The Hidden Price of Free Games. 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...
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...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 12, 2026 | Ad-Blocker, browser extensions, cyber attacks, data theft, Hackers, malware, pop ups
When One Click Exposed an Entire Customer Base. One employee’s click on a fake pop-up gave hackers access to a power company’s systems, exposing the data of hundreds of thousands of customers. The attack took place at Nova Scotia Power, a major electricity provider in...
