Virus stories

50% of UK businesses fell victim to cybercrime in 2024, despite increased efforts in cybersecurity, with phishing being the leading attack method.

The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.

Microsoft Office suite contains four new security vulnerabilities that can be exploited to execute code on targets, says Check Point Research.

While many parents worry about their child's online activity, many are not taking precautionary measures, according to new insights from ESET.

The first computer virus was born 34 years ago, created by a student at the University of California. Security firms are still fighting malware today.

When next-gen vendors talk about behavioural analysis as their exclusive discovery, they're at best misinformed.

Holiday season alert: Scammers set to double profits on social media with a surge in Christmas and charity scams. Stay vigilant online.

PC slowdowns, lengthy startups and sluggish browsers are just some of the most common technical peeves reported by computer users this year.

Metservice website hit by malware amid peak traffic, spreading Personal Shield Pro Trojan through ads. Company working on fixes.

AVG reveals 10 signs of a PC virus, from slow speeds to rogue pop-ups, warning of undetectable malware threats.

Celebrities like Beyonce and Brad Pitt are being used by spammers to spread viruses, according to virus watchdog, Symantec.