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What Is An Antivirus Software How It Works And Detects?

The malicious software arrives in different ways, often disguised in the form of software codes, scripts, active content, and other software that seems legitimate. The malware comes in two main forms, and they are the viruses and worms. Viruses Nearly…

Rootkit: What is Rootkit & it’s types? How to Detect it

In simple language, ‘rootkit’ is basically a software kit used to get to the root of the computer. In other words, a software kit used to gain admin access to the computer and thereby control it. Developed as a legitimate…

Another Mining Malware Discovered In Google Play

Google Play has become the breeding place for various kinds of malware. The latest trend seems to be mobile mining malware. A while back – in November 2017 to be precise – it was discovered inside gaming application Cooee. And…

How to Remove Viruses, Malware, and Other Threats from Mac (Guide)

Mac malware does exist even though it is very rare. Recently, there have been a few notable malware and virus reports although a huge difference compared to Microsoft Windows is that there has never been a Mac malware epidemic. However,…

Google Releases March Android Security Update and Fixes 16 Critical Vulnerabilities

Google starts rolling out its March Android Security update, which is basically for Pixel and Nexus devices. This new update, which covers different Pixel devices and Nexus devices ( Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus…

Malware – The Whats, Whys, and Hows

Malware, which is short for malicious software, is basically a software like any other, created by the hacking community with the malicious intent of affecting our PC(s) or stealing our personal sensitive information or data. But generally speaking any intrusive…