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The invisible danger

FBI warns: Fake file converters spread malware

Datei-Konverter, dateikonverter malware, datei konverter malware, Dateikonverter, Datei Converter
More and more free file converters on the Internet are turning out to be treacherous traps. The FBI warns of manipulated online tools that not only convert files, but also smuggle malware or even ransomware onto victims’ computers. Converters for documents, music files and file mergers are particularly affected.
New variants of SparrowDoor

New attacks from Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow

Spionage, SparrowDoor, FamousSparrow, China
After a long period of dormancy, the Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow is active again. According to the IT security company ESET, the group has become increasingly dangerous and has deployed new, sophisticated espionage tools.
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Multi-stage malware infection chains

Fake CAPTCHAs used for malware infection

Cybercriminals are increasingly using fake “I’m not a robot” CAPTCHAs for multi-stage malware infection chains, relying on users’ increasing willingness to click.
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Hackers infiltrate over 330 malicious apps into Google Play

Stealth malware: Over 60 million Android users affected

Google Play, android malware, android malware 2025, malware google play, Malware, Android
Cyber criminals have managed to bypass Android’s security mechanisms and infect over 60 million users worldwide with malware. Experts from Bitdefender Labs discovered a large-scale malware campaign with over 330 infected apps.
Sophisticated malware operation

Chinese espionage on old Juniper routers

Router, junos os malware, juniper router malware, Juniper, Malware
Following an intensive investigation dating back to mid-2024, the security company Mandiant has uncovered a covert espionage campaign by the China-linked group UNC3886. Specially developed malware was discovered on decommissioned Junos OS routers from Juniper Networks.
Data Stealer SparkCat

Malware found in apps in the AppStore and Google Play

Malware
Kaspersky experts have discovered a new Trojan hidden in apps in the AppStore and Google Play that has been active since at least March 2024.
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Operation DreamJob

Lazarus attacks nuclear companies with new CookiePlus malware

Hacker
Lazarus’ key operation – “Operation DreamJob” – continues to evolve with new sophisticated tactics that have persisted for more than five years, according to Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team.
BadBox malware

Pre-installed malware on IoT devices in the smart home

Malware
Digital picture frames or media players that are connected to the internet: Such devices can be infected with malware and are therefore increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals.
Gigabud and Spynote

Global malware campaign puts smartphones and bank accounts at risk

Zimperium has published new findings on a security-critical malware campaign that combines features of two malicious programs. Zimperium researchers’ research shows that both Gigabud and Spynote samples are currently being distributed via domains with similar structures and subdomains.
Attention Android users

BingoMod malware disguises itself as a security app

BingoMod, Android, Malware, RAT
Android users should beware of the new BingoMod malware. This disguises itself as a security app and can steal money, delete data and completely take over the infected device.
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