AI-generated passwords are “highly predictable” and aren’t truly random, making them easier for cybercriminals to crack. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI-generated passwords are a security risk
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Intimate products producer Tenga spilled customer data
A phishing attack on a Tenga employee may have exposed US customer data. Customers should watch for sextortion-themed phishing attempts. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Intimate products producer Tenga spilled customer data
Meta patents AI that could keep you posting from beyond the grave
Hopefully Meta really will file this in the “just because we can do it doesn’t mean we should” drawer. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Meta patents AI that could keep you posting from beyond…
Betterment data breach might be worse than we thought
This breach now appears far more serious. The leaked data includes rich personal and financial details that phishers could use. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Betterment data breach might be worse than we thought
Job scam uses fake Google Forms site to harvest Google logins
Phishers are using fake Google Forms pages hosted on lookalike domains to trick job seekers into handing over their Google credentials. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Job scam uses fake Google Forms site to…
Scammers use fake “Gemini” AI chatbot to sell fake “Google Coin”
An AI chatbot posing as Google’s Gemini is being used to pitch fake “Google Coin,” promising 7x returns. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scammers use fake “Gemini” AI chatbot to sell fake “Google Coin”
Chrome “preloading” could be leaking your data and causing problems in Browser Guard
This article explains why Chrome’s “preloading” can cause scary-looking blocks in Malwarebytes Browser Guard. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Chrome “preloading” could be leaking your data and causing problems in Browser Guard
Scam Guard for desktop: A second set of eyes for suspicious moments
Malwarebytes Scam Guard is now on Windows and Mac, providing the same free tool for spotting scams previously available on mobile. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scam Guard for desktop: A second set of eyes for…
Update Chrome now: Zero-day bug allows code execution via malicious webpages
Google has released an emergency update to patch an actively exploited zero-day—the first Chrome zero-day of the year. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update Chrome now: Zero-day bug allows code execution via malicious webpages
Hobby coder accidentally creates vacuum robot army
A hobby coding experiment reportedly exposed live camera feeds, microphones, and floor plans from thousands of robot vacuums worldwide. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hobby coder accidentally creates vacuum robot army
ClickFix added nslookup commands to its arsenal for downloading RATs
Microsoft researchers found a ClickFix campaign that uses the nslookup tool to have users infect their own system with a Remote Access Trojan. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ClickFix added nslookup commands to its…
A week in security (February 9 – February 15)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 9 to February 15 of 2026 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 9 – February 15)
How to find and remove credential-stealing Chrome extensions
Researchers have uncovered 30 Chrome extensions stealing user data. Here’s how to check your browser and remove any malicious extensions step by step. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How to find and remove credential-stealing…
Fake shops target Winter Olympics 2026 fans
Olympic merchandise is already being used as bait. We’ve identified nearly 20 fake shop sites targeting fans globally. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake shops target Winter Olympics 2026 fans
Outlook add-in goes rogue and steals 4,000 credentials and payment data
The once popular Outlook add-in AgreeTo was turned into a powerful phishing kit after the developer abandoned the project. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Outlook add-in goes rogue and steals 4,000 credentials and payment…
Child exploitation, grooming, and social media addiction claims put Meta on trial
Landmark trials now underway allege Meta failed to protect children from sexual exploitation, grooming, and addiction-driven design. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Child exploitation, grooming, and social media addiction claims put Meta on trial
Apple patches zero-day flaw that could let attackers take control of devices
Apple issued security updates for all devices which include a patch for an actively exploited zero-day—tracked as CVE-2026-20700. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Apple patches zero-day flaw that could let attackers take control of…
Criminals are using AI website builders to clone major brands
AI-assisted website builders are making it far easier for scammers to impersonate well-known and trusted brands, including Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Criminals are using AI website builders to clone major brands
February 2026 Patch Tuesday includes six actively exploited zero-days
Microsoft’s February Patch Tuesday fixes 59 flaws—including six zero-days already under active attack. How bad are they? This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: February 2026 Patch Tuesday includes six actively exploited zero-days
Malwarebytes earns PCMag Best Tech Brand spot, scores 100% with MRG Effitas
Malwarebytes is not only one of PCMag’s Best Tech Brands for 2026, it also scored 100% on the MRG Effitas consumer security product test. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Malwarebytes earns PCMag Best Tech…