Malicious hackers are starting to encrypt JavaScript files to escape anti-virus detection, adding another element of sophistication to browser-based malware attacks.

Using a sample macro-loaded Word document (.doc), Hegt demonstrated how the file could be generated entirely in JavaScript and how perimeter-based detection systems relying purely on file ...

A new stealthy JavaScript malware loader named RATDispenser is being used to infect devices with a variety of remote access trojans (RATs) in phishing attacks.

For example, it can potentially turn the code into ransomware if the script and syntax problems are fixed.” In another case, a forum participant with a more technical background posted two code ...

The JavaScript obfuscates a downloader that once it’s installed on a compromised machine, calls out to a number of domains looking for either the Kovter or Miuref click-fraud malware.

BleepingComputer was able to study a sample of the malware script that was uncovered by the Security research group, MalwareHunterTeam, which was written in PHP.

A vulnerability in Google Apps Script could have allowed attackers to use Google Drive as a means of discreetly delivering malware to unsuspecting victims. Google Apps Script is a JavaScript-based ...

Facebook JavaScript Malware Targets Invitations [Warning] February 28, 2011 - 11:47 pm ...

Starting February 13, Google will no longer allow JavaScript attachments on its Gmail service, killing one of the main methods of malware distribution over the past two years.