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This new spyware named “SpyNote” can read SMS, access camera

Dataconomy

This malicious app poses as a routine operating system update, deceiving users into granting it special access privileges. Once infiltrates your device, it embarks on a covert mission to pilfer text messages and sensitive banking data. It has a variety of features in addition to siphoning out sensitive data.

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Dangerous Android App Pretends to Be a System Update to Steal Your Data

Gizmodo

Beware a newly discovered malicious app that pretends to update your phone but, in reality, is just a giant spyware application that can steal pretty much all your data while also monitoring your movements and online search history. Read more.

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Hygiene does not only protect you against physical viruses

Dataconomy

Just as you engage in daily routines to maintain good health and well-being, incorporating cyber hygiene practices into your digital habits can help safeguard your data, prevent unauthorized access, and defend against malicious attacks. Keep the antivirus software updated to ensure it can detect and mitigate the latest threats effectively.

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Operation Triangulation: Could Apple be an NSA agent, Russia asks

Dataconomy

The campaign, which they are calling Operation Triangulation, uses zero-click exploits to infect devices via the iMessage platform. Once infected, the malware runs with root privileges, giving the attacker complete control over the device and user data.

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. Cybercriminals can then exploit the compromised device for various purposes, such as stealing personal information, conducting financial fraud, recruiting it into a botnet, or encrypting data and holding it for ransom.

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Top 10 Malware Strains of 2021

SecureWorld News

Cybercriminals often use malware to gain access to a computer or mobile device to deploy viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. Agent Tesla Agent Tesla can steal data from mail clients, web browsers, and File Transfer Protocol (FTP) servers. It can capture screenshots, videos, and Windows clipboard data.

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How Can Educational Institutions Mitigate Cybersecurity Threats in Education?

Kitaboo

Here are some common cybersecurity threats plaguing educational institutions in 2022: Data Breaches. Educational institutions hold a significant amount of sensitive data regarding students, teachers, staff, and parents. Access to these data without authorization is called a data breach. Install Anti-Malware Software.