PCMag

Stop Being Safe: Why You Should Infect Your PC With Malware Today

Bored with your functional, smooth-running PC? From ransomware skulls to free USB drives, here's your step-by-step guide to ...
Savvy Gamer on MSN

How to tell your computer has malware before it gets worse

Malware doesn't always announce itself with flashing warnings or a computer that suddenly becomes unusable. Many infections are designed to stay quiet and sneaky, especially when they're trying to ...

Can your PC get a virus from plugging something into the USB port?

We've all gotten a random USB drive, but is it safe to use? There are actually a number of security concerns associated with ...
gizmodo

Best Malware Removal Tools 2026: I Infected a PC to Find Out What Works

Best Antivirus Software Best Malware Removal Tools 2026: I Infected a PC to Find Out What Works Malware that’s already on the device needs to be removed. I deliberately infected a PC and ran 6 tools ...
CNET

Malware Is Scary. Here’s CNET’s Guide to Cleaning an Infected Laptop

Finding a malware infection on your computer is an emotional and technical whirlwind. From the uncertainty of what was stolen to the stress of the cleanup, the experience is taxing enough to derail ...

[2026 Edition] What is a Computer Virus? 7 Ransomware Countermeasures | A Complete Guide for Beginners to Protect Important Data

What if one day, suddenly, you couldn't open your photos or work files?"What happens if my computer gets infected with a virus?""I hear about ransomware on the news, but why is it so scary?""Is it ...

Invasion of the Self-Replicating AI-Malware Botnet

The self-replicating AI botnet does not issue a substantially new kind of threat—at least for now. But sometimes a ...
PC World

Microsoft found malware that destroys PCs. Here’s who’s actually at risk

Microsoft has discovered a new piece of malware that not only spies on data but also renders entire systems unusable. The malware, known as GigaWiper, combines several destructive functions with a ...
techtimes

How to Protect Your Computer From Malware for Free Using Built-In Tools and Smart Practices

Malware can cripple a computer, steal personal data, and compromise security, yet protection doesn't always require paid software. By combining built-in tools, safe browsing habits, and free antivirus ...

Windows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden, researchers say

Windows malware uses xAI's Grok to maintain persistence on infected PCs while stealing passwords, browser cookies and API ...
BGR

New Windows Malware Impersonates Everyday Apps To Infect Your Computer

Malware has become a prevalent part of the online ecosystem. It's become so bad, in fact, that the FBI has even warned Americans to replace certain wi-fi routers in the past, to help avoid known ...
techtarget

What is a computer worm?

A computer worm is a type of malware whose primary function is to self-replicate and infect other computers while remaining active on infected systems. A computer worm duplicates itself to spread to ...