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Inner workings revealed for “Predator,” the Android malware that exploited 5 0-days
Smartphone malware sold to governments around the world can surreptitiously record voice calls and nearby audio, collect data from apps such as Signal and WhatsApp, and hide apps or prevent them from running upon device reboots, researchers from Cisco’s Talos security team have found.
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Potentially millions of Android TVs and phones come with malware preinstalled
Overall, Android devices have earned a decidedly mixed reputation for security. While the OS itself and Google's Pixels have stood up over the years against software exploits, the never-ending flow of malicious apps in Google Play and vulnerable devices from some third-party manufacturers have tarnished its image.
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Millions of Android phones are shipping with malware already installed
Cybersecurity researchers from Trend Micro have discovered a worrying supply chain attack in which millions of Android devices are infected with infostealer malware before they even make it out of the factory. The affected device are mostly budget smartphones, but the attack also spilled into smartwatches, smart TVs, and other smart devices.
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It’s being called Russia's most sophisticated cyber espionage tool. What is Snake, and why is it so dangerous?
The Snake network has been detected in more than 50 countries, including Australia.
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Crypto wallets are targeted by a new “stealer” on Mac
New “stealer” malware was spotted this spring. It targets computers running macOS and seeks to steal a lot of information, including cryptocurrency wallets. Its name leaves little doubt as to its targets: computers running macOS. This is what the AMOS malware, an acronym for Atomic macOS Stealer, is aiming for. No need to be perfectly bilingual to guess the purpose of this program: it is to steal information on the victim’s machine.
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How ‘Juice Jackers’ Plant Malware On Your Phone At Airports And Hotels
USB charging ports are everywhere, and a seemingly handy way for travelers to keep their devices powered up. But earlier this month, the FBI warned consumers against using these charging stations in public places like airports, hotels and shopping malls.
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Apple’s Macs have long escaped ransomware, but that may be changing
Security researchers are examining newly discovered Mac ransomware samples from the notorious gang LockBit, marking the first known example of a prominent ransomware group toying with macOS versions of its malware.
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Need to charge your phone? Think twice — 'juice jackers' might come for you
The U.S. government is warning of the dangers of using public, free cellphone charging stations, such as airports, hotels and shopping centers. The FCC put out a statement, and local branches of the FBI are also expressing concern. That's because cybercriminals are using the USB cables at these charging stations to hack into phones while they're charging.
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FBI warns against using public phone charging stations
The FBI recently warned consumers against using free public charging stations, saying crooks have managed to hijack public chargers that can infect devices with malware, or software that can give hackers access to your phone, tablet or computer.
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Avoid using free public phone charging stations, FBI Denver warns
Federal Bureau of Investigation officials in Denver are warning travelers and shoppers to avoid public free phone charging portals, warning that "bad actors" use these to install malware and tracking software onto computers and phones.
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IRS-authorized tax service eFile was found sending out malware
IRS-authorized tax service eFile.com appears to have been hijacked and used to distribute malware, researchers have found. The website hosts an e-file software solution, authorized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), that offers tax returns filing services.
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200 malicious Android and iOS apps draining bank accounts — check your phone now
If you need another reminder to be careful when downloading new apps for your devices, a new batch of malicious apps has been discovered stealing both data and money from unsuspecting users. As reported by Laptop Mag(opens in new tab), these 203 malicious iOS and Android apps were first discovered by Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) and the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
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A ransomware gang claims it has breached Ring and is threatening to leak data
A popular ransomware operator claims to have compromised Ring, the Amazon-owned company that builds smart doorbells with cameras. A new report on Vice’s Motherboard states that the group known as ALPHV, popular for its use of the BlackCat encryptor malware, added a new entry to its leak site, next to which is Ring’s logo.
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French-speaking crooks stole $30m in bank cyber-heist spree
A French-speaking criminal group codenamed OPERA1ER has pulled off more than 30 cyber-heists against telecom organizations and banks across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, stealing upwards of $30 million over four years, according to security researchers.
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A phishing campaign is spreading brand new malware targeting Facebook users
Ducktail, a known phishing campaign that hijacks Facebook accounts running advertising campaigns for businesses, is now distributing a brand new infostealer malware.
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Apple fixes eighth zero-day used to hack iPhones and Macs this year
Apple has released security updates to address the eighth zero-day vulnerability used in attacks against iPhones and Macs since the start of the year.
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Hackers are targeting industrial systems with malware
An entire ecosystem of sketchy software is targeting potentially critical infrastructure.
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Unity is merging with a company who made a malware installer
Unity, the company behind the multiplatform game engine of the same name, announced it has entered into an agreement to merge with IronSource(opens in new tab). "If you don't know ironSource," Unity's statement reads, "they bring a proven record of helping creators focus on what creators do best – bringing great apps and user experiences to life – while enabling business expansion in the app economy."
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Why Lockdown mode from Apple is one of the coolest security ideas ever
Apple intros "extreme" optional protection against the scourge of mercenary spyware.
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Four more apps that infected thousands of Android devices with malware removed from Google Play store
The four apps have been downloaded a combined total of over 100,000 times. Users who have installed them are urged to delete them immediately.
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