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 | Jan 13, 2026 | cryptocurrency wallets, DanaBot, malware-as-a-service, Ophtek, Phishing Email, version 669, Windows
DanaBot malware is, yet again, infecting Windows machines just six months after a major law-enforcement takedown. Security researchers have discovered a fresh wave of DanaBot attacks which have been targeting Windows PCs. This sudden resurgence in activity...
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 | Sep 24, 2025 | AiTM, Attacker in the Middle, cybercrime, Evilginx, Fake login page, MFA, monitor, Multifactor Authentication, Phishing, session cookies, verify links
Many people believe multifactor authentication (MFA) is the ultimate defense for their online accounts. But hackers are now using Evilginx to beat it. MFA is a security procedure which means you have two steps to successfully log in, rather than relying solely...
by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 9, 2025 | andivirus, anti-malware, booking.com, malware, Ophtek, Phishing
A clever trick using a deceptive URL is now being used to spread malware by impersonating Booking.com, so it’s crucial you always check before you click. Cybercriminals are emailing fake Booking.com links which look almost 99% identical to the real...
