Apple's Flashback problem
Mac Flashback malware: What you need to know
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Who wrote the Flashback Trojan?
Over a year since the Flashback malware was found, its creator has finally been identified. more
News | 7 weeks ago -
Flashback malware for OS X appears to be going extinct
One of the largest malware attacks in OS X history has fallen into obscurity. more
News | 35 weeks ago -
Apple's iOS and Android are new favorite malware victims
Cybercriminals are working on more complex schemes to wage attacks on PCs, laptops, and smartphones. A new report shows that every single device that connects to the Internet is in danger. more
News | 37 weeks ago -
Flashback makers missed out on their payday, Symantec says
According to the security firm, the makers of the Flashback malware made $14,000 from click fraud last month, but can't collect on it. more
News | 53 weeks ago -
ZDNet: New Mac malware epidemic exploits weaknesses in Apple ecosystem
The nightmare scenario for Mac owners is here. At least 600,000 Macs worldwide have been infected, silently, by the Flashback Trojan, with no user interaction required. Here's why this is just the beginning of a long-term problem. more
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Apple releases Flashback removal tools for OS X 10.5
Apple's updates help protect Leopard users from Java and Flash-based attacks. more
News | 53 weeks ago -
Kaspersky: Apple needs to face up to Mac threats
The security company says it analyzed Mac OS X vulnerabilities and new forms of malware on its own initiative, but that "Apple is open to collaborating with us." more
News | 53 weeks ago -
Mac malware infection rates remaining constant
Flashback infections in OS X systems have lessened, but are holding steady from a lack of users updating or scanning their systems. more
News | 54 weeks ago -
Flashback creators netted $10,000 per day at its height?
Symantec says, based on information it has collected, that the Flashback Trojan creators might have been generating some serious cash from the exploit. more
News | 55 weeks ago -
Snow Leopard hit hardest by Flashback malware
The finding that Leopard and Snow Leopard users were affected more by the Flashback malware suggests Apple's approach to security on OS X has a notable impact, even if it is an indirect one. more
News | 55 weeks ago -
CISPA Web-surveillance bill advances despite opposition
week in review Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act passes House vote, while the Java trial notches its second week. Also: Google Drive in the cloud. more
News | 56 weeks ago -
Kaspersky: Mac security is '10 years behind Microsoft'
In an interview, the security firm's CEO says Apple has a lot more malware coming its way, and that it's not putting enough resources into protecting users. more
News | 56 weeks ago -
New Flashback variant making the rounds
Flashback.S installs itself without a password and then deletes files and folders to mask its presence, a security company announces. more
News | 56 weeks ago -
Where did Flashback start? Blame the blogosphere
Keeping hosted blog software up-to-date helps keep everyone secure. more
News | 56 weeks ago -
Luxembourg CIRC develops LaunchAgent monitoring tool for OS X
Following my recent outlining of a procedure for monitoring LaunchAgents, the Luxembourg CIRC created an easy-to-use setup utility that handles the procedure for you. more
News | 57 weeks ago