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Microsoft and Google join Facebook’s legal fight against infamous spyware vendor

The Verge

A group of high profile tech companies including Microsoft, Google, Cisco, and VMWare have filed an amicus brief in support of Facebook’s legal action against NSO Group, Microsoft has announced. Other companies listed on the filing include the Internet Association, and Microsoft subsidiaries GitHub and LinkedIn.

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Amazon Cuts Off Service to NSO Spyware Firm Behind iPhone Hacks

Gizmodo

Amazon has cut off web hosting services for the NSO Group, an Israeli spyware firm that has been widely accused of aiding in the surveillance of journalists and political dissidents. Read more.

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Google cites progress in Android security, but patching issues linger

Network World

The chances of you encountering malware on your Android phone is incredibly small, according to Google. percent of Android devices had installed a " potentially harmful application ," such as spyware, a Trojan, or other malicious software. percent, for Android phones that downloaded apps exclusively from the Google Play store.

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It’s been a big week for patches

Computerworld Vertical IT

This week brought updates that I consider critical for the “Big Three” — my operating system (Windows), my browser (Google Chrome) and my phone (from Apple). Among this week’s patches is one for Pegasus spyware , which can open up access to the camera and microphone as well as text messages, phone calls, and emails.

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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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US athletes told to use burner phones at Beijing Winter Olympics

The Verge

In 2019, China was caught secretly installing spyware on tourists’ phones who entered from the Xinjiang region. But even if the Olympic athletes want to use their burner phones to browse the internet, they still might not get unlimited access. The Committee’s fears aren’t unfounded.

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

At its core, this tactic revolves around gaming the trust users put in reputable internet services, including search engines, and the familiarity they have with online advertising per se. This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back.