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Hackers abuse Corona virus
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Coronavirus is also dangerous for computer and smartphone. Now that measures are being taken against the coronavirus in the Netherlands, more and more information about the virus is being searched on the internet. With all the ensuing consequences, because #hackers massively abuse the panic surrounding COVID-19.
Where do the infected people live? How can I protect myself from the coronavirus? What are the symptoms if you are infected? These are just a few examples of the many questions that go around the Internet about the new coronavirus.Hackers quickly respond to this by linking malware to popular videos, applications and files.Coronavirus maps
A good example of dangerous software is the popular coronavirus maps that allow you to accurately track where the virus is at the moment. Researchers from the company Reason Labs have found in these maps applications a form of malware called AZorult. This is a software that has been in existence since 2016 and has been created to collect sensitive data. Think of browser history, usernames and passwords, cryptocurrency and much more. Azorult is also able to install other malware on the computer that, for example, locks the computer and forces the owner to pay a sky-high amount.
However, it does not remain only with applications, because PDFs, Word files and videos with instructions or information about the coronavirus are sometimes provided with viruses. The malware found on these files can contain everything from annoying commercials to malicious programs that delete all files. Even emails supposedly providing information from the government can pose a danger.
Due to the increasing care surrounding the coronavirus and therefore an increasing demand for information, it is likely that the amount of malware will continue to increase. Therefore, it is important to protect yourself not only from the Covid-19 virus, but also from the digital viruses that spread over the Internet.
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Think carefully before downloading a program and never open emails from unknown senders.Also pay attention when downloading text files such as PDFs and Word files.Although these files often look harmless, it's relatively easy for hackers to hide malware in them. If you still want to download something, always check the source. You can expect a PDF from the government or the RIVM to be safe, but files that are shared on forums, for example, always pose a risk.
Where do the infected people live? How can I protect myself from the coronavirus? What are the symptoms if you are infected? These are just a few examples of the many questions that go around the Internet about the new coronavirus.Hackers quickly respond to this by linking malware to popular videos, applications and files.Coronavirus maps
A good example of dangerous software is the popular coronavirus maps that allow you to accurately track where the virus is at the moment. Researchers from the company Reason Labs have found in these maps applications a form of malware called AZorult. This is a software that has been in existence since 2016 and has been created to collect sensitive data. Think of browser history, usernames and passwords, cryptocurrency and much more. Azorult is also able to install other malware on the computer that, for example, locks the computer and forces the owner to pay a sky-high amount.
However, it does not remain only with applications, because PDFs, Word files and videos with instructions or information about the coronavirus are sometimes provided with viruses. The malware found on these files can contain everything from annoying commercials to malicious programs that delete all files. Even emails supposedly providing information from the government can pose a danger.
Due to the increasing care surrounding the coronavirus and therefore an increasing demand for information, it is likely that the amount of malware will continue to increase. Therefore, it is important to protect yourself not only from the Covid-19 virus, but also from the digital viruses that spread over the Internet.
Download Programs
Think carefully before downloading a program and never open emails from unknown senders.Also pay attention when downloading text files such as PDFs and Word files.Although these files often look harmless, it's relatively easy for hackers to hide malware in them. If you still want to download something, always check the source. You can expect a PDF from the government or the RIVM to be safe, but files that are shared on forums, for example, always pose a risk.
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