A new variant of the TeslaCrypt ransomware was released that contains some minor changes. The version number is still 3.0. but the ransom notes have been renamed and the file extension for encrypted files is now .MP3. Unfortunately, there is still no way to decrypt this latest version of TeslaCrypt.
Today we have a free Mammoth Interactive 5-Hour Developer Bundle that consists of 5 one hour courses on how to program in various languages associated with web development. As part of this bundle you will have access to 5 beginner courses on HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, and HTML5.
A new CrypBoss ransomware variant has been released called UmbreCrypt. This ransomware family encrypts a victim's data with AES encryption and then requires them to email the developers for payment instructions. At this time there is no way to decrypt these files for free,
A new deal was released for 98% off of the IT Security & Ethical Hacking Certification Training. These courses normally go for $1,895.00, but have been discounted 98% to $29.99 USD. This bundle includes online courses for the CompTIA Security+, Cisco's CCNA, and Certified Ethical Hacker exams.
In honor of Safer Internet Day, Google is giving away 2GB of extra storage for completing their Security Checkup. This checkup will walk you through a series of checks to make sure you are using Google in the most secure manner possible.
Today Microsoft, Oracle, and Adobe all released security updates for critical vulnerabilities in their products. Critical vulnerabilities allow attackers to execute commands on the vulnerable computers that could allow them to download and installer further programs without your permission.
A new deal was released for 96% off of the Python Programming Bootcamp. These courses normally go for $1,094.00, but have been discounted 96% to $39.00 USD. This bundle includes 6 online courses that teach you the Python programming language.
A new ransomware called DMA Locker was discovered by a Malwarebytes researcher last week. One feature that has not been discussed yet is its ability to encrypt files located on unmapped network shares. Thankfully, earlier versions of this ransomware can be decrypted for free using a utility by Fabian Wosar of Emsisoft.
We have a last minute deal for 70% off Glasswire Pro. Glasswire Pro is a network utilization and monitoring tool that allows you to secure your network and get a detailed overview as to what is being transmitted from your computer. WE have been a big fan of this program since we started hosting it and are excited to offer this deal.
A new ransomware was discovered last week that incorporates some interesting features such as ICMP communication with Command & Control server and a unique payment/key retrieval mechanism. This ransom also has a flaw in its key storage method that could allow user's to retrieve their decryption key under the right circumstances.
This Monday, Lawrence Abrams, the owner of BleepingComputer.com, will be on the live IT Jetpack online show discussing computer security, ransomware, and other topics related to computer techs and IT business owners. This show airs on Monday, February 1 @ 12:00 noon EST with a pre-show starting at 11:40am EST.
A new deal was released for 97% off of a Linux Power User Course Bundle. These courses normally go for $693.00, but have been discounted 97% to $19.00 USD. This bundle offers five online courses that help you go from a Linux Command Line Novice to a Linux Ninja through 22 hours of online courses.
Oracle announced yesterday that they will be deprecating the use of Java browser plugins starting in JRK 9, with it ultimately being removed altogether in future versions of the Java runtime environment. This is a important step in browser security as Java is a common target for exploit kits and attackers.
Today we have a new deal where you can save 26% off of the NES30 Pro Bluetooth Game Controller. This retro pocket sized game controller allows you to connect to a variety of game consoles such as Xbox, PS4, WiiU, Raspberry Pi, Android, and iOS in order to easily play mobile games.
A new ransomware has been spotted called 7ev3n that encrypts your data and demands 13 bitcoins to decrypt your files. A 13 bitcoin ransom demand is the largest we have seen to date for this type of infection, but this ransomware also has another surprise as it does a good job trashing your system.
We have a new deal today for a Pay What You Want: Learn to Code 2016 Bundle where 10% of the proceeds go to the Save the Children charity. With the Pay What You Want bundles, you are able to get the following courses for as little as you want to pay while helping charities.
A vulnerability for the LeChiffre ransomware has been discovered that allows Fabian Wosar of Emsisoft to create a free decryptor for it. This articles explains how to use the decrypter to recover files encrypted by LeChiffre for free.
Today Malwarebytes released their latest security offering called Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware. Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware, or MBARW for short, is currently in beta and is a small utility that runs in the background while quietly monitoring computer for behavior associated with file encrypting ransomware.
In a post on the BleepingComputer.com forums, the developer of the Magic Ransomware infection is blackmailing the author of the open source Hidden Tear and EDA2 Ransomware Project. The malware developer's demands are simple; take down the Hidden Tear project or their Magic ransomware's victims lose their keys forever.
A new ransomware has been discovered that utilizes the open source ransomware kit called eda2. This ransomware will encrypt your data with AES encryption, append the .magic extension to encrypted files, and then demand 1 bitcoin to decrypt your data.