Police around the world teamed up in their biggest effort yet to takedown hackers, but cybercrime is hard to stem
"Operation Endgame" led to the dismantling of more than 100 malicious computer servers worldwide, but cybercrime is ever-evolving.
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A 74-year-old man lost $50,000 life savings after downloading an app to order Peking duck
A Singaporean man was tricked into downloading an app to order Peking duck, and then lost $50,000 in savings to scammers, local media reported.
Russian security agents have been using a secret network of corrupted computers to spy on NATO for decades, but the US just busted it open, feds say
The FBI has disrupted what is believed to be the "most sophisticated cyber espionage tool in the FSB's arsenal," one of the agencies involved said.
The FBI says you may want to think twice before plugging into a free phone-charging station
Free phone charging services found at airports, bus stops, and shopping malls may be compromised by hackers, the FBI has warned.
4 power players who left Cisco this year amid supply-chain issues, a malware attack, and the market downturn — and 8 who joined
Insider analyzed announcements, trade publications, and more to find out which top names left and joined Cisco this year.
Cyberattacks still threaten home networks, two years after the COVID-19 pandemic spurred the work-from-home boom
Organizations have been wrestling with WFH cybersecurity issues for more than two years, but cyberattackers are still compromising at-home systems.
WhatsApp chief says national security officials of US allies were among those targeted with NSO malware
WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart told The Guardian that national security officials with US allies were targets of malware designed by NSO Group.
The most successful blockchain scams have ripped off nearly $14 million from victims to date, VPN company says
"Due to their nature, blockchain projects remain profitable targets to cybercriminals," says Atlas VPN in a study of ongoing crypto scams.
A guide to Safe Mode, a troubleshooting method to use when your computer isn't working properly
Safe Mode is a basic diagnostic mode for your operating system that starts the computer without most of its drivers and software.
How to disable Secure Boot on your PC when you need to install components that aren't compatible with the security feature
You can disable Secure Boot by restarting your PC and opening the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI).
What is software? A guide to all of the different types of programs and applications that tell computers what to do
Software is computer code that tells a computer how to perform a specific task. Software can include operating systems, applications, and malware.
What is cybersecurity? A guide to the methods used to protect computer systems and data
Cybersecurity is the practice that protects computer technology and data systems from new and evolving threats.
What is a cyberattack? A guide to the different methods cybercriminals use to harm computers and steal data
A cyberattack is an assault on any computer or network, almost always launched from another computer or network.
Apple's latest computers are being targeted by a new type of malware — and 30,000 machines are already infected
The new M1 computer is in everything from Apple's Mac Mini desktop and both MacBook products, and 30,000 have already been hit.
What is malware? Everything you need to know about malicious software and viruses, and how to protect your computer
Malware includes viruses, worms, adware, spyware, and ransomware — they all work differently but tend to cause similar problems on your PC.
What is a computer virus? Here's how to spot signs of viruses and avoid them
A computer virus is a type of malware that can replicate itself on your computer and spread to other devices.
What is spyware? 5 ways to protect your computer from being infected
Spyware is a type of malware that monitors you, steals sensitive information from your PC, and sends it to third parties without your knowledge.
What is adware? How to keep your computer free of annoying or potentially harmful ads
Adware is software that serves advertisements to you, either within your web browser or in other programs.
What is a computer worm? Here's how to protect yourself from the replicating malware
A computer worm is a type of malware that, once it infects a machine, can automatically copy and extend itself to connected devices.
Ransomware can encrypt your files and force you to pay money — here's how to avoid ransomware, or deal with an infection
Ransomware is a kind of malware that can lock you out of all of the files on your computer unless you agree to pay a ransom fee.