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 | 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 | Sep 16, 2025 | DLL side-Loading, install updates, malware, Ophtek, QuirkyLoader, security software, spam email
A new malware – QuirkyLoader – has emerged, sneaking into computers through email and causing major trouble. Active since 2024, it’s now a growing concern. As the name suggests, QuirkyLoader is a type of malware known as a loader....
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...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 3, 2024 | Infostealers, malicious sites, malware, Ophtek, Phishing Email, SambaSpy, security software, SnipBot, software updates
Infostealer malware is frequently referenced as the go-to weapon for threat actors, but what is it? And how do you protect your IT systems from it? You only have to take a quick look over the Ophtek blog to understand the popularity of infostealers in modern...
