Computers and Technology

There’s a new type of Android malware out there that is masking itself as a “cleaner” app, but what it’s really doing is infecting both your smartphone and your PC. Kaspersky researchers discovered the “cleaner” apps, called Superclean and DroidCleaner, in the Google Play store which makes it all the more scarier. The apps are supposed to free up memory in Android, but instead does an extensive feature set of other harmful things. Here’s a list: Sends SMS messages Enables WiFi Gathers information from the device Opens random links in the browser Uploads the entire content of your SD card Uploads arbitrary files and folders to the master’s server Uploads all of your SMS messages Deletes all of your SMS messages Uploads all of your contacts, photos, and coordinates to the master Once the “cleaner” app is installed and running, it begins listing processes on your device and restarts them in the foreground to make it appear as if it’s really “cleaning” your device. However,...

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This is a must read post for the beginners and newbies who have just started exploring hacking and for laymen who aren't interested in learning hacking but needs somebody's account password anyhow. I want you to aware about common misconceptions regarding Email/Social Networking Sites accounts hacking. Otherwise those thoughts/misconceptions can seriously put you in trouble. We usually start like googling this, "how to hack gmail" , " softwares for hacking orkut","how to hack facebook" etc  but unfortunately reach some malicious websites,  follow stupid instructions and our own accounts get compromised. Yes I wasn't any different and had been a foolish when I was a beginner Okay talking in general ,  suppose you just have signed up for an account(gmail,yahoo or any other reputed website) Your password is stored only at two places 1.   In website's database 2.   In your mind (Dont say a stupid thin...

Holiday season is here and everyone is making a beeline to buy appropriate gifts to suit the occasion. At times like these the stores are almost filled up with huge crowds and deals that make it almost impossible to get what you want. It is relatively easier to go shopping online to save time and get better deals quickly. However, online shopping is convenient but at the same time, it can also be potentially dangerous to shop online. It is during festival occasion hackers are on the prowl to steal or tamper with maximum user information. Nevertheless, one cannot altogether avoid shopping online as it has to be done. Here is an easy guide to smart shopping online to help you keep safe. Browsing Initially you need to understand that using a reliable browser is the best option while deciding to shop online. You can use either Chrome or Firefox; the best option is using these browsers interchangeably. If you are using two browsers at the same time then you minimize your chances ...

Online privacy and security is not merely an area of importance relegated to IT and Information Security professionals but, rather, should be a primary concern for every individual who has an electronic device (whether PC, notebook, tablet, iPad, mobile phone, etc.) that connects to the Internet. Today's malicious hackers (not all hackers are malicious, I myself am a Certified  Ethical  Hacker (C|EH)), identity thieves, pedophiles, etc. are becoming more and more technologically astute and, each time you logon to the Web-especially on public networks-you are placing yourself, your identity, and your finances at risk! I know, you think it will never happen to you but the fact of the matter is that Internet-related crimes are on the march and will only continue to grow in numbers as technology becomes more ubiquitous and our connectivity expands. Today, more than any other time in the past, pretty much any electronic device can be connected to a network (especially wirele...

Outsourcing is a great way to get professional services at a fraction of the price of hiring someone or a department full time. Your company may or may not be at the point of outsourcing information technology (IT) support. However, as your business grows, there is a high probability that outsourcing will become a realistic solution for you, whether it is information technology, human resources, accounting, or even sales and marketing. For years, businesses have been outsourcing specific functions related to accounting, law, and human resources. Outsourcing is a popular business model because it allows a company to remain focused on its core competencies, while the experts handle theirs. And it appears once a company tries it, they can't get enough. According to the Outsourcing Institute, more than 30 percent of the companies presently outsourcing various business functions are actively searching for additional outsourcing opportunities in other functional and more business-...

With the advent of wireless technology the scenario of Internet world has been extremely changed. It isn't say wrong that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth have ushered the mankind into a new realm, a wonderful space that has only gadgets but no wires. Digital data transmissions are made through wireless networks. So much so, these networks can also be connected to the Net, the information superhighway of the world Laptop notebooks and Blue Tooth-enabled personal computers are dominating the corporate boardrooms of the world. Cellular phones have Wi-Fi capabilities; so we have no problem in sending and receiving SMS (short messaging service) and MMS (multimedia messaging service) messages. Airports have wireless data transfer facilities. Anyone, who is authorised to surf through wireless networks with the help of his laptop, can do so with the click on the mouse. However, wireless data transmissions are executed only at a price. Wired gadgets are still cheaper than their wireless cousins...