Koler mobile ransomware targets PCs

Kaspersky Lab has detected a hidden part of the malicious campaign which introduced Koler “police” mobile ransomware for Android devices to the world in April 2014.This part includes some browser-based ransomware and an exploit kit. Since 23 July, the mobile component...

Mobile ransomware attacks on the increase

Malicious software that locks mobile devices and demands payment is becoming more common, and users must proactively guard against it. Fortinet has advised mobile device users to be on the alert for mobile ransomware, which has seen a steady increase worldwide in...