Definition: adware

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | June 12, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Definition: adware Switcher Android Trojan: How does it attack wireless routers? How does Gooligan malware compromise Google accounts? WannaCry ransomware threat exposes enterprise security shortcomings Embedded malware: How OLE objects can harbor threats EXPERT ADVICE Definition: adware Adware is any software application in which advertising banners are displayed while a program is running.   Switcher Android Trojan: How does it attack wireless routers? The Switcher Trojan spreads to Android devices through the wireless router to which they are connected. Expert Nick Lewis explains how this attack is carried out.   How does Gooligan malware compromise Google accounts? Android apps infected with Gooligan malware enable attackers to compromise the security of Google accounts. Expert Nick Lewis explains how users can protect themselves.   WannaCry ransomware threat exposes enterprise security shortcomings Expert Rob Shapland explains how a confluence of weaknesses in enterprise security led to the WannaCry ransomware threat generating maximum devastation.   Embedded malware: How OLE objects can harbor threats Nation-states have been carrying out attacks using RTF files with embedded malware. Expert Nick Lewis explains how OLE technology is used and how to protect your enterprise.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.