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Fake ‘MacDefender’ The New Malware

Fake anti-virus software a type of malware, has started attacking Mac users.

The malware is called MacDefender and it hides within Web pages that use search engine optimization to spam the results …

Notorious Spyware Distributor Shuts Down

DirectRevenue/Best Offers, a company notorious for using underhanded tactics to get its spyware on millions of computers, has gone out of business. The company was also known for its use of aggressive…

FixWinReg Settles Washington Spyware Charges

A California based Internet affiliate advertiser has reached a settlement with the Washington State Attorney General. HoanVinh V. Nguyenphuoc, owner of FixWinReg, was accused of violating the states c…