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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. Spyware like SpyNote can cause real damage to you ( Image Credit ) Banking to camera access SpyNote’s varied set of dangers is particularly concerning.

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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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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. Its authors created cloned web pages offering to download popular free software, such as the WinSCP file manager. These fake sites were promoted on Google and Bing search results.

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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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How to Remove Malware Tips

Galido

Malware is an abbreviated term that stands for “malicious software.” This malicious software is designed for the purpose of gaining access to your computer and often damage a computer without the owner knowing. These can include: Spyware. What is Malware? There are various types of malware. Keyloggers. True viruses.

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Here’s who Apple and Epic are calling to testify in next week’s trial

The Verge

Craig Federighi, senior vice president, software engineering — covering “iOS operating system; competition faced by Apple; Apple’s investment and efforts to combat malware, spyware, and other issues relating to app security and iOS device user protection.” Scheduled for two hours examination, one hour cross examination.).

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The CyberWire Daily Podcast EP. 389 With Guest Speaker David Brumley

ForAllSecure

NSO Group says its Pegasus software can now obtain access to private messages held in major cloud services. Iranian cyber operations are said to be spiking, and Tehran is paying particular attention to LinkedIn. Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. Transcript.