Window's Blue Screen of Death Vulnerability

Window's Blue Screen of Death Vulnerability

Author: Jim Love January 9, 2026 Duration: 9:42

Cybersecurity Today: Sideloaded App Issues, Fake Blue Screen Attacks, and Rising Ransomware Threats

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses HSBC blocking sideloaded apps with its banking app, new social engineering attacks using fake Windows blue screens to install malware, and the discovery of long-standing compromised Chrome extensions. Additionally, a new report reveals a significant rise in ransomware victims in 2025 despite major takedowns of ransomware groups. Special thanks to Meter for their support.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:21 HSBC Blocks Sideloaded Apps
02:44 Fake Blue Screen of Death Malware
04:49 Compromised Chrome Extensions
06:33 Ransomware Trends in 2025
08:33 Conclusion and Sponsor Message


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