Hackers - Page 23

March 13, 2025

Dangerous Chrome extensions mimic password managers

Kurt the CyberGuy explains how to protect yourself from malicious Chrome extensions that can steal sensitive information like password managers, crypto wallets and banking apps.

March 12, 2025

Malware steals bank cards and passwords from millions of devices

One report claims at least 25 million people were targeted by infostealer malware between the beginning of 2023 and the end of 2024, capturing bank card details and passwords.

March 11, 2025

Dangerous malware targets you through fake loan app

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a malware app called SpyLend is posing as a financial tool, hitting 100,000-plus downloads.

March 10, 2025

16 hijacked browser extensions expose 3.2 million users

Kurt the CyberGuy recommends deleting 16 browser extensions immediately in response to a report saying more than 3.2 million web users were affected by a security breach.

March 9, 2025

Got a bank transfer alert text? It might be a scam; here’s what to do

Kurt the CyberGuy offers tips to safeguard your personal information as scammers become more sophisticated with scam texts and other methods.

March 6, 2025

Tax scam alert: How to protect yourself and your tax refund

A cybersecurity firm has shed some light on just how common tax scams have become. Kurt the CyberGuy offers his advice for how to protect your refund.

March 5, 2025

1 click cost a father $4 million in bitcoin to vishing scammers

A man invested $4 million in bitcoin and lost it all with a single click when he was targeted by a vishing scam, which uses phone calls to trick people.

March 4, 2025

Employee screening data breach exposes 3.3 million records

Major employee screening company data breach affects 3.3 million people. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what happened and gives five ways to protect your data.

March 3, 2025

New malware exploits fake updates to steal data

New malware "FrigidStealer" targets Mac computers. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers four ways to stay safe from infostealer malware.

March 2, 2025

Extra cash with no catch? Spotting retiree job scams

Reports of task scams have significantly risen in the past four years, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Kurt the CyberGuy offers some red flags.