{"id":169316,"date":"2023-08-22T02:11:22","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T20:41:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centralrecorder.com\/billions-of-gadget-users-warned-to-never-make-two-searches-after-virtual-parasite-that-hijacks-your-device-discovered\/"},"modified":"2023-08-22T02:13:04","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T20:43:04","slug":"billions-of-gadget-users-warned-to-never-make-two-searches-after-virtual-parasite-that-hijacks-your-device-discovered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/centralrecorder.com\/billions-of-gadget-users-warned-to-never-make-two-searches-after-virtual-parasite-that-hijacks-your-device-discovered\/","title":{"rendered":"Billions of gadget users warned to never make two searches after \u2018virtual parasite\u2019 that hijacks your device discovered"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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EXPERTS are warning about a malicious software that could infect devices and steal personal information.<\/p>\n

Cybersecurity experts at AT&T Alien Labs found that threat actors have been using malware to conduct illicit activity.<\/p>\n

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The experts have alerted you to a new malware which can affect your devices<\/span>Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

“In the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats, malicious actors continuously find new and ingenious ways to exploit technology for their own gain,” AT&T Alien Labs said. <\/p>\n

Alien Labs observed that malware makers are increasingly using proxy software as their preferred tool.<\/a><\/p>\n

Malware is\u00a0a malicious file or code that can\u00a0infect your phone\u00a0or computer.<\/p>\n

You can be attacked by malicious applications, emails containing compromised information, and insecure WiFi networks.<\/p>\n

AdLoad was the name of this specific malware discovered by experts in cybersecurity for the first time in 2017. <\/p>\n

The virus is not just a threat to operating systems, but it can also evade third-party anti-virus programs as well as security software. <\/p>\n

The malware also does a great job of preventing the victim from uninstalling the program.<\/p>\n

“The pervasive nature of AdLoad potentially infecting thousands of devices worldwide \u2014 indicates that users of MacOS devices are a lucrative target for the adversaries behind this malware and are being tricked to download and install unwanted applications,” the company said.<\/p>\n

How does it work?<\/h2>\n

AdLoad is spread by a kind of compromise that happens when you drive past, explained experts. <\/p>\n

Basically, it hijacks users\u2019 traffic and inserts ads and promotions into webpages and search results.<\/p>\n

It does this by redirecting the traffic through the adware operators\u2019 servers.<\/p>\n

The two most popular searches are “cracked games and software”<\/p>\n

“Different malware strains are delivering the proxy – relying on users looking for interesting things,” AT&T Alien Labs said. <\/p>\n

How to Stay Safe<\/h2>\n

It’s essential to keep the software on your device up-to-date.<\/p>\n

Even if you do install apps, make sure to research them first.<\/p>\n

It is best to avoid downloading anything suspicious-looking or from popup windows. <\/p>\n

Installing an antivirus program on your computer will allow it to scan the device for malware.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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