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Cybercrooks abuse Keitaro tracker for AI scam campaigns

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Cybercriminals exploit Keitaro ad tracker to cloak AI trading scams and malware, tying some 15,500 malicious domains into a hidden network.

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Keitaro ad tracker tied to more than 15,000 scam domains

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Keitaro ad tracker abused in 15,500 scam and malware domains, as fraudsters cloak AI-themed investment lures from security watchdogs.

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LummaStealer returns post-takedown with ClickFix ruse

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

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advanced persistent threat protection

LummaStealer roars back after domain takedown, using fake CAPTCHA ClickFix tricks and CastleLoader to spread via routine user actions.

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AI gives cyber criminals new tools in evolving ransomware threat

Wed, 27th Aug 2025

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encryption

Cyber criminals are increasingly using AI tools to enhance ransomware attacks, complicating defences for individuals and organisations alike.

Kaspersky exposes sophisticated proxy Trojan targeting macOS systems

Thu, 14th Dec 2023

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risk & compliance

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cybersecurity

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windows

Kaspersky uncovers a complex proxy Trojan targeting macOS systems; it is distributed through pirated software versions.

Kaspersky highlights worrying security trend with SMBs

Thu, 27th Oct 2022

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24% of companies with 50-999 employees are considering using pirated software to cut IT costs, warns Kaspersky report.

Sophos uncovers unusual malware targeting users of pirated software

Tue, 22nd Jun 2021

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Sophos research finds an unusual cyberattack campaign using malware designed to block access to websites hosting pirated software.

Chinese govt. accused of pirating software

Thu, 7th Jan 2010

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pirated software

Cybersitter, a US software maker, is suing the Chinese government for USD $2.2 billion, alleging pirated software was used in the 'Great Firewall of China'.