Overview

• Cybersecurity firm SOPHOS has issued a warning about a cyber threat linked to the search term 'Are Bengal Cats legal in Australia?'
• Hackers are using a tactic known as 'SEO poisoning' to manipulate search results and lead users to malicious websites.
• The malware involved, GootLoader, can steal personal information and lock users out of their computers.
• Australian users are at a higher risk as the search term specifically targets queries including 'Australia'.
• SOPHOS advises users who suspect they've been affected to change their passwords immediately and enhance their security measures.