Topic: Spyware and Adware

Cyberthieves are hiring, using online ads

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The people who brought the world malicious software that steals credit card numbers from your personal computer and empties bank ATMs of their cash are hiring, and they're advertising online. Two companies that are hiring -- at least on a contractor basis -- advertise online, said Kevin Stevens, a ...
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Popularity of Apple devices draws malware, report

A just released annual report from Intego said it has been a busy year for Apple security.Amid speculation that Apple is set to introduce its tablet device tomorrow at a press event in California, a discussion of the security implications will not likely be a part of the hoopla ...
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Malware research group spins off from Harvard

StopBadware group spins off from Harvard center; nonprofit focused on harmful softwareA research organization that tries to warn computer users about programs that do sneaky things on their computers has spun off from Harvard University. StopBadware says it will operate as a standalone nonprofit with funding from Google Inc., eBay ...
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Antispyware Programs - How They Protect Your PC

Spyware is a variety of malware and is picked up when you are surfing the internet and it attaches itself to your computer, offering information about what you do and where you go in your online activities. Spyware blockers, fortunately, can prevent that installation.Usually the spyware is installed and ...
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