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With the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 on the horizon, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky is warning football fans to stay vigilant as scammers ramp up attacks ahead of the tournament. With global excitement building for the tournament, cybercriminals are exploiting the hype through fake websites, phishing emails, and fraudulent promotions designed to steal money and personal data.

Cybersecurity researchers from Kaspersky have uncovered a wave of Ramadan-themed online scams that attempt to hijack users’ Telegram accounts by impersonating government aid programmes. The scam campaign targets internet users by exploiting the festive season and the expectation of financial assistance during Ramadan. Victims are tricked into sharing personal information through fake websites that resemble official aid portals.

As Malaysians gear up for year-end holidays, Kaspersky is rolling out a special promotion designed to keep travellers connected and protected abroad. From 1 to 31 December 2025, every purchase of Kaspersky Plus or Kaspersky Premium will come with a free 1GB regional eSIM, giving holidaymakers instant data access in more than 120 countries.

Kaspersky recently announced a new free online course focused on basic cyberhygiene. The course is aimed at daily internet users who may not be aware of common cyber risks. In the lessons, Kaspersky experts use simple language to explain how to navigate online life safely and protect data. Need more details, check here.

Kaspersky’s Digital Footprint Intelligence (DFI) team has revealed that more than 11 million gaming account credentials were leaked globally in 2024 due to infostealer malware.

It's not every day that you hear an eSIM service provided by an online security company. Today, Kaspersky has launched the Kaspersky eSIM Store, a digital platform designed to simplify internet access for international travellers.

Security experts from Kaspersky Lab have detected a new, highly dangerous version of the Triada malware ( Backdoor. Android OS.Triada. . According to Kaspersky, this Trojan is hidden in fake Android phone firmware that resembles popular models and is sold in online stores at discounted prices. So, what should you know about it?

Many people still think computer viruses are limited to Windows PCs. However, malware can not only be found in Mac computers today but also in mobile devices. In fact, Kaspersky recently shared details of a malware active since March 2024 - SparkCat.

The latest Kaspersky Security Network (KSN) report revealed that Malaysia has moved up the global rankings for web threats, placing 30th worldwide. This is attributed to a whopping 27.9 million web threats detected and blocked by the global cybersecurity company in 2024, a 4 per cent increase compared to the previous year.

In 2021, the RockYou2021 password leak occurred in which 8 billion passwords from various platforms were compromised, which was the largest security issue to date. In July 2024, the RockYou2024 leak was updated by a new hacker named ObamaCare. So, what should you know about it?