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INDIA TV
Apple macOS attacked by ransomware through pirated apps: Know what it means
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new strain of ransomware called EvilQuest that is specifically targeting Apple macOS through pirated applications.
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Business Insider
Apple macOS users are being targeted by EvilQuest ransomware
This is the second Mac malware discovered by K7 Computing, a global cybersecurity firm, after the fileless Trojan identified last December.
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ZEE BIZ
New ransomware targeting Apple macOS users via pirated apps
"EvilQuest demonstrates that cybercriminals rapidly evolve attacks on every platform" said J Kesavardhanan, Founder and CEO of K7 Computing.
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ET CIO
K7 Computing discovers macOS targeting ransomware EvilQuest
Researchers at K7 Computing discovered new strains of ransomware targeting macOS.
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The New Indian Express
Chennai recorded highest number of cyber attacks in India: Report
Windows XP and Windows 7 were the most at risk as Microsoft has stopped providing updates and patches to these versions.
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Times of India
Chennai records highest number of cyberattacks in India, report says
In terms of mobile devices, the number of Trojan infections has increased by 14% and these can steal victims’ banking credentials.
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The NEWS Minute
Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad recorded most cyberattacks in India in Q4 of FY20
Other findings from K7 Computing’s Cyber Threat Monitor Report show that modern IoT gadgets are riddled with flaws and vulnerabilities which invite hackers to attack.
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The Hindu Business Line
Chennai records highest number of cyber attacks in Q4FY20, says study
The ‘infection’ rate in Chennai stood at 42 per cent, followed by Patna at 38 per cent and Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Kolkata at 35 per cent each, says a press release from K7 Computing.
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Outlook
Chennai worst-hit by cyber attacks in India: Report
Chennai recorded the highest number of cyberattacks in the country during the January-March quarter of this year.
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CNBC TV18
Kerala saw about 2,000 COVID-19-themed cyberattacks in February-April: Report
These attacks aimed to compromise computers and mobile devices to gain access to users' confidential data, banking details, and cryptocurrency accounts.