<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Emsisoft - English</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com</link><language>en-us</language><copyright>2003-2013 Emsis GmbH</copyright><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 23:40:45 GMT</lastBuildDate><docs>http://backend.userland.com/rss</docs><generator>Emsisoft Website</generator><managingEditor>info@emsisoft.com</managingEditor><webMaster>webmaster@emsisoft.com</webMaster><description>Current Malware alerts, security articles and Emsisft news</description><ttl>60</ttl><image><url>http://www.emsisoft.com/images/icon48_antimalware.png</url><title>Emsisoft - English</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com</link></image><item><title>Attack on Bitcoins: The virtual currency that is creating a gold-rush amongst hackers</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec130501</link><description>Have you ever heard of "Bitcoins"? They are a virtual currency that has been in use since the beginning of 2009 through open-source software. Individual Bitcoins are calculated as cryptographic keys in peer-to-peer networks. This is one of their major advantages as these keys cannot be forged due to their unique characteristics.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>We did it! Perfect result in AV-Comparatives debut: 100% detection in Real World Test!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130416</link><description> Almost 10 years after we embarked on our journey to create the best possible antivirus product on earth, we have reached an important milestone. The renowned Austrian antivirus testing organization AV-Comparatives published the first real-world protection test in its 2013 test series. Emsisoft Anti-Malware celebrated its test debut with a perfect score – 100% of infections prevented! </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Malware calling – beware of phone fraud!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec130408</link><description>Phone fraud has been around for a long time. Nowadays, however, this tactic is also being used to infect your PC with malware. Unknown callers pretend to be employees of an established company and ask for remote access to solve a PC problem. The fraudsters preferably pose as technical support agents for Microsoft, but also for other well-known companies such as Google. </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Easter Promotion: Sticky Password 6.0 for free with your order</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130325</link><description>Does this sound familiar? - A website is asking for your password, but you just don't remember it anymore. Well, our Easter Promotion will be just the ticket for you: Order Emsisoft Anti-Malware and receive the great password manager Sticky Password for free with your order! </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Security advice: Be careful when using Java</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130314</link><description>Java is installed on almost all computers. This is an obvious security risk, considering that there are regular announcements on new Java vulnerabilities that enable hackers to infect your PC with malware. However, most users don't even need Java and can safely uninstall it without losing needed functionality. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about Java and avoid unnecessary security risks to your PC! </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Hacked NBC websites infected unsuspecting visitors with malware</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130227</link><description>A few days ago, unknown hackers managed to gain access to the web servers of the major American network, NBC. Several websites owned by the network were used to infect unprotected PCs with malicious software. All you had to do was access the website through your browser on an unpatched PC. Once again, Emsisoft Anti-Malware users can consider themselves fortunate though, as their computers had the ultimate protection! </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Prevent malware from entering your PC with Emsisoft Surf Protection </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec130218</link><description>Malicious software needs to have already been downloaded to a PC in order for real-time protection or behavior blockers to detect it. Ideally, it would be preferable if malware never entered your PC at all though. This is precisely what Emsisoft's Surf Protection is designed for. This article will enlighten you on the details of Emsisoft Anti-Malware's first layer of protection.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sun, 17 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Valentine's special: 1 full version for free to give away with every order</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130203</link><description>Emsisoft offers you a free 1-year full version of Emsisoft Anti-Malware with every order!</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Knowledgebase: Ransomware - The no. 1 threat for 2013</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec130121</link><description>“Your computer is blocked!” – Not something you enjoy seeing when using it. Unfortunately thousands of PC users worldwide find themselves in a situation where, all of a sudden their computer is unusable unless they pay a fee to unlock it. The FBI or a similar national law enforcement organization seems to claim that access to the computer has been restricted. The usage of pirated software, distribution of child porn and copyright infringements are most often brought up as grounds for these restrictions. “Seems” is the keyword here, because a malware infection, not an official law enforcement organization, is responsible. </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft wins international awards for best detection rates and cutting-edge products</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news130110</link><description>"Is my anti-virus software capable of permanently protecting my PC?" We hope this is a key factor for you in choosing the right security software. Independent test agencies are invaluable in helping you in make an informed decision, which is why we are taking part in more and more international tests. Once again, 2012 has seen a great deal of test victories for Emsisoft. </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>10 steps to make your PC safe for 2013</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120101/?v=2</link><description>10 steps to make your PC safe for 2013</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sat, 29 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dangers to your bank account – how to perform online-banking securely</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec121213</link><description>Users of online-banking are generally more conscious of the risks they take when performing online transactions than with any other online service. This isn't surprising, because if the wrong person gets their hands on your login details or in the worst case your TAN numbers as well, they can easily empty your account from anywhere in the world. Nevertheless, far too many users still bank online with little care, resulting in billions in damages every year. </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test confirms: Emsisoft makes online banking secure</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news121204</link><description>A MRG-Effitas test proves that Emsisoft makes online banking secure</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Buzz word: "cloud anti-virus" – what is it all about?</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec121119</link><description>Emsisoft explains the technology behind cloud virus scans.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Knowledgebase: Behind the scenes of Emsisoft's dual-engine scanner</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec121108</link><description>Hightech for permanent protection against malware</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Halloween Special: Play a trick on malware with Emsisoft Security Mega Pack! </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news121031</link><description>Unlike Halloween tricks, malware unfortunately does not threaten your PC only once a year, but rather the whole year round. This is why we are offering Emsisoft Security Mega Pack as of today at a special price.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Emergency Kit 3.0 is available! Free portable malware killer </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news121022</link><description>Free portable malware killer with even better detection </description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Efficient protection against new malware: Emsisoft's Behavior Blocker</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec121016</link><description>Emsisoft Behavior Blocker reliably detects malware even without signatures and thus protects computers efficiently against zero-day attacks.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Online Armor 6.0 now available! Better performance and compatible with Windows 8</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news121003</link><description>Better performance and compatible with Windows 8</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Anti-Malware 7.0 released! With new second scan engine and enhanced surf protection.</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120919</link><description>Considerably enhanced scan engine: The second scan engine (B) has been replaced by a sophisticated variant. Moreover, scan performance can be personalized even further through new options.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sneak preview: Emsisoft Anti-Malware 7.0</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120829</link><description>Featuring a completely new second scan engine with even more efficient scans and greater detection rate.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dangers in the network: How to use your Wifi securely and efficiently at home and on the go</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120822</link><description>Secure your home network against unwanted intruders and also use your Wifi securely on the go.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Infographic: Emsisoft elects winners of the 2012 Malwarelympics</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/malware/malwarelympics2012/</link><description>Which countries are most infected? Which malware spreads most? What are top malware categories? (It's not viruses!) What are the biggest botnets?</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Protection through hard drive encryption – not only for laptops!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120802</link><description>Hard drive encryption protects your data against theft</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft's products are celebrating international test wins</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120724</link><description>Emsisoft Anti-Malware got the VB100 award. Emsisoft Internet Security Pack was awarded with the best VIRUSOVNET high+ certification.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a HIPS? - The technology behind Emsisoft Online Armor Firewall explained </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120710</link><description>Behavior analysis vs. HIPS, what is better? We will explain both anti-malware protection systems.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ad Muncher puts an end to annoying online advertisements! </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120628</link><description>Are you annoyed by flashing popup windows and websites covered in ads? Then Ad Muncher is the one for you. Works with ALL browsers.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Flame Trojan – Puzzle piece in the cyberwar  between governments?</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/ticker120614</link><description>Emsisoft Security Ticker: Background info on the Trojan Flame attacks</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Portable cleanup tool Emsisoft Emergency Kit 2.0 released</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120605</link><description>The first portable dual-engine emergency cleaner worldwide</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fraud attempts on Facebook – how to protect yourself</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120515</link><description>The more people connect on a centralized platform, the more interesting this latter one gets for Internet criminals to everyone's regret.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft is growing and thriving - thanks to you! Details to upcoming news.</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120508</link><description>Emsisoft is growing and thriving - thanks to you! Details to upcoming news.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New version: Emsisoft Anti-Malware 6.5 available!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120426</link><description>Takes one more step ahead in detecting brand new threats. New Outlook scanner, faster program startups and improved detection of brand new threats.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft warns about a new ACCDFISA ransomware threat wave on Windows servers </title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120419</link><description>Emsisoft experts have tracked a group of hackers that have been launching targeted attacks on Windows servers running publicly accessible Remote Desktop and Terminal Services.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Commandline Scanner overview - Preview of Emsisoft Anti-Malware 6.5</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120411</link><description>Emsisoft Commandline Scanner is primarily aimed at professional users, systems administrators and security experts. Preview for Emsisoft Anti-Malware 6.5.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Commandline Scanner - a small tool with a huge impact</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120410</link><description>Emsisoft Commandline Scanner is primarily aimed at professional users, systems administrators and security experts.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How well is your PC protected? This is how Emsisoft Anti-Malware's triple-layer structure works</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120404</link><description>Ideal protection consists of three layers: Surf protection, dual engine file guard, and behavior analysis.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New how-to video for you: Get Emsisoft Anti-Malware for free</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120326</link><description>With the Emsisoft referral rewards program you can extend your Emsisoft Anti-Malware copy easily and at no charge, regardless of whether you are using the trial or a purchased version.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Easter Bunny has already arrived - and is giving away three licenses for the price of one!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120315</link><description>With every purchase of Emsisoft Anti-Malware, Emsisoft Online Armor Firewall or Emsisoft Internet Security Pack, you will receive 2 more free licenses you can give away to others.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Malware and viruses - what is the difference?</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120308</link><description>Are Anti-Virus or Anti-Malware programs better in detection?</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Keyword: Download-Wrapper. Secure download resource or a malware cesspool -  How trustworthy are download portals nowadays?</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120224</link><description>Keyword: Download-Wrapper. Secure download resource or a malware cesspool -  How trustworthy are download portals nowadays?</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Security Ticker: Attention! Scammers profit from Whitney Houston's death on Facebook!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/ticker120217</link><description>Emsisoft Security Ticker Newsflash: Attention! Do not follow fraudulent links with regards to Whitney Houston on Facebook!</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Online Armor Firewall 5.5 released! New cloud scan, new license system and cheaper renewals.</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120207</link><description>Emsisoft Online Armor Firewall 5.5 released! New cloud scan, new license system and cheaper renewals.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emsisoft Anti-Malware is the top performer in VirusBulletin Test. Only now: CyberGhost anonymizer for free with your order.</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news120120</link><description>Emsisoft Anti-Malware is the top performer in VirusBulletin Test. Only now: CyberGhost anonymizer for free with your order.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Browser toolbars - at first a blessing, then a curse. Background and protection.</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120110</link><description>Browser toolbars - at first a blessing, then a curse. Background and protection.</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Is your PC up to scratch for 2012? How to make your PC safe for the next year</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news111229</link><description>Is your PC up to scratch for 2012? How to make your PC safe for the next year</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Christmas present for you: Purchase 1 license and get 2 more for free for your family and friends</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news111222</link><description>Our Christmas present for you: Purchase 1 license and get 2 more for free for your family and friends</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to make your PC safe for 2012</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec120101</link><description>How to make your PC safe for 2012</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Current email traps: How to protect yourself from phishing attacks</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/tec111118</link><description>Current email traps: How to protect yourself from phishing attacks</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Celebrate with us: Emsisoft is turning 8! Anti-Malware and Online Armor for 8 days for only $8!</title><link>http://www.emsisoft.com/en/kb/articles/news111210</link><description>Celebrate with us: Emsisoft is turning 8! Anti-Malware and Online Armor for 8 days for only $8!</description><author>mc@emsisoft.com</author><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>