by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 2, 2025 | DTV, malware, Phishing, RAR archive, RomCom, Russian Hackers, WinRAR
A new WinRAR vulnerability is being exploited in phishing campaigns, allowing hackers to silently install malware on vulnerable PCs. WinRAR is a file compression tool used by millions all over the world to open and create RAR files. However, this has...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 12, 2025 | anti-malware tools, Chemia, EncryptHub, GitHub, HijackLoader, infostealer, IT Training, malware, Ophtek, Steam
A new malware threat has been found hidden inside a Steam Early Access game, putting gamers at risk of being secretly hacked. A survival game called Chemia has been discovered to be housing some particularly nasty malware, and it’s been freely available...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 5, 2025 | IT Department, malware, Matanbuchus 3.0, Microsoft Teams, Ophtek
Hackers are using Microsoft Teams voice calls to pose as IT support and trick users into installing malware which takes over their system. Since the pandemic, Microsoft Teams has become the number one communication tool for many workplaces....
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 8, 2025 | captcha, cyber attacks, educate staff, Javascript, JSFireTruck, malicious sites, malware, Ophtek, phishing sites, security tools, update regularly
Over 269,000 websites were hacked to redirect visitors to scams and malware, putting PC users and businesses at risk. A major cyberattack has compromised over 269,000 websites and resulted in them secretly redirecting visitors to malicious content. The...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 1, 2025 | malware, monitor network, offline backups, Ophtek, PathWiper, remote administration tool, restrict access, Ukraine, Wiper Malware
A new malware strain – named PathWiper – is hitting Ukraine’s critical systems, wiping data, and leaving targets devices unusable in a powerful cyberattack. Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new and highly destructive malware strain...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 10, 2025 | China, G Data, malware, Ophtek, printer drivers, Procolored, RAT
A Chinese printer vendor’s software was found to contain malware, putting thousands of business PCs at risk and raising concerns over supply chain security. In a concerning development for businesses which use Procolored printers, it has been...
