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...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 2, 2025 | GhostNetwork, malware, Ophtek, Security, Security Threats, YouTube
Malicious YouTube videos are tricking users into installing malware, spreading a hidden “ghost network” across thousands of PCs. Cybercriminals have recently turned their attention towards a new battleground: YouTube. Yes, rather than relying on phishing emails...
by Ophtek, LLC | Nov 11, 2025 | malicious plugin, malware, monitor, software updates, trusted plugins, WooCommerce, WordPress
A new type of malware is sneaking into online stores built with WooCommerce, hiding inside plugins and stealing credit card information from customers. The WooCommerce extension is a highly popular plugin used on websites built on the WordPress platform and...
by Ophtek, LLC | Oct 7, 2025 | BitDefender, malware, Ophtek, Phishing, Security Threats, SVG Graphics
Cybercriminals are using image files in unexpected ways, turning harmless-looking graphics into traps which install malware. A New Kind of Digital Deception Most people think of image files as safe. After all, the online world is full of pictures for people to look at...
by Ophtek, LLC | Oct 3, 2025 | ClickFix, Epsilon Red, Hackers, Lumma Stealer, malware
We’ve all seen AI-generated text summaries online, but did you know they’re now being used to hide malicious commands to encourage downloading malware? A new kind of cyber trick, dubbed a ClickFix attack, is being used by threat actors to exploit AI-generated...
