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Piracy
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Tor domain remains online after Feds seize Z-Library websites
Z-Library offered pirated e-books for free and proved a suitable alternative to expensive originals.
Researchers Warn of New Variants of ChromeLoader Browser in the Wild
ChromeLoader malware is spread through pirated games, malicious QR codes, and cracked software that hijacks the victim’s web…
Hundreds of Websites and Piracy Apps Seized in US-Brazil’s Operation 404.4
In the fourth wave of Operation 404, the Brazilian law enforcement agencies blocked/shut down around 226 websites and…
Cyber Security Risks That You Should Be Careful Of While Streaming
With the increased entertainment content from the thousands of streaming apps, cybercriminals have found greener pastures. They are…
Team Xecuter hacker gets 40 months in prison for Nintendo Switch hacks
Gary W. Bowser, aka GaryOPA (52) was arrested for his role in creating/selling illegal devices and software that…
Malware droppers for hire targeting users on fake pirated software sites
Some fake piracy websites have been found distributing Crypto Bot and Raccoon Stealer malware in cracked software.
Why torrenting on Elon Musk’s Starlink is not a good idea?
Starlink sends piracy warnings to users urging them to avoid downloading any illegal content by using their service.
Poker player jailed for illegal video streaming, downloading websites
Talon White has received 12 months of prison sentence after being involved in the illegal streaming of copyright-protected TV shows and movies.
New malware in pirated games disables Windows Updates, Defender
Dubbed Crackonosh by researchers; the malware uses the victim's computer resources to mine cryptocurrencies for its developers.
New malware blocks victims from visiting The Pirate Bay, illegal sites
Dubbed Vigilante by researchers; the malware prevents the system from those sites that redistribute pirated software/data.