A list of topics we covered in the week of June 22 to June 28 of 2026 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (June 22 – June 28)
Category: Malwarebytes
Malware steals Chrome session cookies to take over your accounts
A phishing campaign installs a malicious Chrome extension to hijack browser sessions and compromise Windows devices. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malware steals Chrome session cookies to take over your accounts
Beware of “Parcel Expert” job offers: They’re parcel mule scams
Most parcel mule scams start with fake job offers that trick victims into handling stolen goods. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Beware of “Parcel Expert” job offers: They’re parcel mule scams
Update Chrome to patch critical browser security flaws
Chrome has patched 18 vulnerabilities, including four critical flaws. Two WebGL bugs could allow attackers to escape the browser’s security sandbox. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update Chrome to patch critical browser security flaws
Fake domain renewal emails trick website owners into paying scammers
We uncovered fake domain renewal notices and convincing websites to pressure website owners into paying scammers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake domain renewal emails trick website owners into paying scammers
Elite network says it was hacked after members’ personal data was left exposed
Personal data belonging to politicians, military leaders, and executives was left publicly accessible in what looks like a security misconfiguration. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Elite network says it was hacked after members’ personal…
PixelSmash flaw turns video files into attack tools
Researchers have found a critical FFmpeg flaw that could let attackers use a malicious video file to compromise vulnerable systems. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PixelSmash flaw turns video files into attack tools
Watch out for renewal scams pretending to be Malwarebytes
Scammers are sending fake software renewal notices that claim you’ve been charged for a subscription. Some even impersonate Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Watch out for renewal scams pretending to be Malwarebytes
“Total access to all your devices.” Sextortion scammers strike again
They say they have videos, malware, and total control of your devices. Here’s how to read a sextortion email like a security researcher instead of a victim. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: “Total access…
Inside the dark web: Stolen identities for 95¢, malware, and scams-for-hire
We spent 48 hours exploring the dark web and found stolen identities, malware, scams, and a thriving cybercrime economy. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Inside the dark web: Stolen identities for 95¢, malware, and…
Meta pauses controversial employee-tracking program after security review
Meta has paused its controversial employee-tracking program. Unfortunately, employee privacy wasn’t what stopped it. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Meta pauses controversial employee-tracking program after security review
Hackers steal passport and driver’s license data of 3 million Texans
A breach at a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department vendor exposed personal information belonging to more than three million Texans. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hackers steal passport and driver’s license data of 3…
GTA 6 early access is nothing but a scam
No matter what a website claims, nobody is selling legitimate GTA 6 early access. And scammers are counting on fans believing otherwise. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: GTA 6 early access is nothing but…
Thousands of D-Link routers under control of AryStinger botnet
Thousands of outdated D-Link routers have been absorbed into the AryStinger botnet, with no future security updates available to protect them. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Thousands of D-Link routers under control of AryStinger…
Document delivery scams: What are they and what’s their goal?
A seemingly official voicemail turned out to be a scam. Learn how document delivery scams work and what to do if you receive one. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Document delivery scams: What are…
A week in security (June 15 – June 21)
A list of topics we covered in the week of June 15 to June 21 of 2026 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (June 15 – June 21)
Nearly 15,000 infected websites cleaned in SocGholish crackdown
Thousands of everyday websites were cleaned as part of a global operation targeting the malware network behind fake browser update scams. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Nearly 15,000 infected websites cleaned in SocGholish crackdown
Apple patches Beats Studio Buds flaw that could turn earbuds into a wiretap
Apple has patched a year-old Bluetooth vulnerability that could have let nearby attackers listen through Beats Studio Buds’ microphone. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple patches Beats Studio Buds flaw that could turn earbuds…
Microsoft working on a fix for RoguePlanet, a flaw that grants full PC control
Microsoft says it’s working on a fix for an unpatched Defender vulnerability that can give attackers the highest level of access on Windows. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft working on a fix for…
Retro gaming fans are the new target for fake GitHub malware
Retro gaming fans should be careful with GitHub projects that claim to be tools or plugins for their consoles. We looked at one example aimed at PlayStation Vita owners. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article:…