Julie Splinters
Julie Splinters is the News Editor of 2-spyware. Her bachelor was English Philology. However, her old interest in Japan and, particularly East Japan, motivated her to enter East Asia studies. While gaining knowledge about economic, political and social development of this region, she got acquainted with the issue of cyber operations capabilities. Particularly, North Korea‘s cyber capabilities became a highly intriguing topic for her leading her to this position in 2-spyware. Besides the work, she is also employed as a freelance English-Russian translator. Elaborating on her hobbies, Julie spends her free time in ballroom dance classes. Her other free time interests include martial arts and watching anime. The motto which inspires her – “Never give up.” She also admires Morgan Freeman and Phoolan Devi.

Is the TikTok Pro App Safe in 2026? No, It Is Spyware
The TikTok Pro app is not safe: it is Android spyware that steals SMS, photos, location and Facebook logins. There is no real TikTok Pro. How to remove it.Viruses and parasitesJulie Splinters ·
CCleaner and Avast Bundle: 2026 Update
Does Avast own CCleaner? Avast bought Piriform in 2017 and Gen Digital now lists CCleaner. What the bundle was and how to decline it.Anti-spyware softwareJulie Splinters ·
Zoom Hack 2026: The UNC Link Flaw and Fix
The Zoom Windows chat flaw that leaked login hashes was fixed in client 4.6.9 in April 2020. Facts, what changed, and how to protect meetings in 2026.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
WannaCry Ransomware Attack: 2017 Facts and 2026 Status
WannaCry hit over 200,000 computers on May 12, 2017 via EternalBlue. Who was charged, the 2018 Connecticut attack, the 2026 status and how to stay patched.Viruses and parasitesJulie Splinters ·
Is Bisq Safe in 2026? The 2020 Hack and the 2026 Exploit
Bisq was hacked in 2020 and again on May 1, 2026, when 10 users lost 11.59 BTC. All were repaid. What changed, new trade limits and how to trade safely.Web browsers and vulnerabilitiesJulie Splinters ·
Agent Tesla Malware in 2026: What the Trojan Steals Now
Agent Tesla is still active in 2026: a .NET keylogger and info stealer spread by fake purchase orders. What it steals, new campaigns and how to remove it.Viruses and parasitesJulie Splinters ·
CCleaner 5.33 Malware (Floxif): 2026 Facts and Checks
CCleaner 5.33.6162 shipped a Floxif backdoor in 2017 that slept 601 seconds before it ran. What it did, who was targeted and how to check a PC in 2026.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Emsisoft STOP Djvu Decryptor in 2026: Does It Still Work?
The free Emsisoft STOP Djvu decryptor still works in 2026, but only for offline keys and old Djvu file pairs. Who can recover files and how.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
WhatsApp GIF Hack CVE-2019-11932: 2026 Update
CVE-2019-11932 let a crafted GIF run code in WhatsApp for Android via libpl_droidsonroids_gif.so. It is patched; here is what changed by 2026 and what to do.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Macy's Data Breach: The 2019 Card Leak Explained in 2026
The 2019 Macy's breach was a Magecart card skimmer on checkout pages. What leaked, the lawsuits, and how to shop and pay safely online in 2026.Web browsers and vulnerabilitiesJulie Splinters ·
Lock My PC Scam in 2026: Recovery and Removal Steps
Scammers still abuse Lock My PC to lock Windows computers. In 2026 FSPro Labs offers free recovery pages. How to get back in, uninstall it and avoid the scam.Spam and phishingJulie Splinters ·
Warner Music Group Magecart Attack: 2026 Update and Risks
Warner Music Group is not a scam, but a 2020 Magecart attack hit its US stores. What was stolen, the lawsuit, card charges and steps for 2026.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Telegram Spy Apps in 2026: Fake Telegram and Threema Spyware
Fake Telegram apps are still used as Android spyware in 2026. Who is behind them, how the APT-C-23 threat grew and how to check your phone.Viruses and parasitesJulie Splinters · TYPENewsFILEDOct 7, 2026NewsBest Free Malware Removal Tools in 2026: What Still WorksBest Free Malware Removal Tools in 2026: What Still Works
The best free malware removal in 2026 starts with built-in Microsoft Defender and a second-opinion scanner. What changed, the Kaspersky US ban and safe steps.NewsJulie Splinters ·
Rogers Data Breach 2026: Rogers Bank, Fido and What Leaked
Rogers and Fido confirmed a data breach in March 2026; we found no confirmed Rogers Bank breach. What leaked, the timeline and what to do now.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Nets Phishing Emails and SMS in 2026: Scam Warning Guide
Fake Nets emails and SMS still target Danes in 2026. How the scam works, the support@nets.notifcation.email trick, signs of fraud and safe steps.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Adobe Flash Player Shut Down: What It Means in 2026
Adobe Flash Player shut down on December 31, 2020 and Flash content was blocked from January 12, 2021. In 2026 any Flash update offer is malware.SecurityJulie Splinters ·
Is uTorrent Spyware in 2026? The Bug and the PUA Flag
uTorrent is not spyware, but a 2018 bug let websites control it and Microsoft flagged its bundled installer as unwanted. What it means in 2026 and safe steps.Web browsers and vulnerabilitiesJulie Splinters ·