SecureWorld News

JULY 10, 2023

The Google Play Store, a widely-trusted source for Android applications, has recently become a battleground for a concerning wave of spyware with ties to China. Operating under the radar, these apps silently collect and transmit sensitive data to servers based in China, posing significant risks to user data security and privacy.

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This malicious app poses as a routine operating system update, deceiving users into granting it special access privileges. F-Secure, a renowned cybersecurity firm, has delved into the depths of SpyNote and released a report shedding light on its workings. Cybercriminals may easily obtain this virus using Telegram.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

On Monday, February 13, 2023, Apple released security updates for its macOS, iOS, and Safari operating systems, including a fix for a Zero-Day vulnerability in WebKit. It is unclear if the Zero-Day was exploited in attacks linked to mercenary spyware vendors.

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Computerworld Vertical IT

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

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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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. These fake sites were promoted on Google and Bing search results. These security checks often fail to identify black hat schemes, though. Here's some evidence for those who consider the risk far-fetched.

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Galido

AUGUST 3, 2016

These can include: Spyware. Various factors make computers more vulnerable to malware attacks, including defects in the operating system design, lack of updates and permissions, and use of popular operating systems like Windows OS (due to its popularity, it gets the most malware written for it). What is Malware?

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The Verge

APRIL 28, 2021

Apple claims Epic is trying to break the iOS platform’s vaunted safety and security for its own gain. Scott Forstall, former senior vice president, iOS Software — covering “differences between mobile devices and PCs; security and privacy considerations for mobile devices; historical App Store policies and practices.”.

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