by Ophtek, LLC | May 27, 2025 | click fraud, malware, Ophtek, security tools, trusted plugins, update regularly, WordPress
A new malware attack is targeting WordPress websites by disguising itself as a security plugin, giving hackers full control over compromised sites. Thousands of WordPress websites are at risk after a malware campaign was discovered which uses fake...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 6, 2025 | CoffeeLoader, malicious downloads, malware, Ophtek, PC Security, security practices, Suspicious links, Updates
A new malware named CoffeeLoader exploits computer GPUs to escape security measures, posing a major threat to PC users. Cybercriminals are constantly enhancing their tactics and looking for new strategies, and the latest threat is CoffeeLoader – a...
by Ophtek, LLC | Apr 22, 2025 | Cobalt Strike, DocuFix, file converters, Gootloader, malware, Ophtek, PDFixers, security software, trusted sites
The FBI has warned that fake online file converters are spreading malware, potentially leading to data theft, financial loss, and ransomware attacks. Cybercriminals are creating fake file conversion websites which appear to offer free tools for...
by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 25, 2025 | google ads, Google Chrome, malware, Ophtek, SecTopRat, security software, security_updates
Cybercriminals are exploiting Google Ads to distribute malware disguised as a genuine Google Chrome installer, tricking users into downloading the malware. Threat actors are always innovative, and this recent attack underlines exactly why you need to be on your guard...
by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 18, 2025 | anti-malware_software, malware, Ophtek, PirateFi, security, Steam, vidar
A malicious game on Steam called PirateFi was found to contain malware which steals personal information, highlighting the risks of unverified downloads. A recent attack involving a game on Steam has highlighted the importance of vigilance when downloading software....
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 4, 2025 | Bard AI Chat, ChatGPT, Cyber Attack, Facebook Ads, Google Chrome, Google Meet, malware, Ophtek, Phishing
A recent cyberattack has compromised several popular Google Chrome extensions, infecting millions of users with data-stealing malware. In early January 2025, cybersecurity researchers at Extension Total discovered a malicious campaign targeting Chrome extensions which...
