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Apple Unveils 'Lockdown Mode' to Defend Against Spyware

SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2022

Apple announced plans to launch a new security feature called "Lockdown Mode" that will be available this fall when Apple releases its annual iOS update. Apple also established a new category in its Apple Security Bounty program that will reward those who find security flaws in Lockdown Mode.

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New FurBall Android Malware Used to Spy on Iranian Citizens

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2022

A new version of the Android malware "FurBall" has been discovered to be used by the threat actor(s) known as Domestic Kitten in a campaign targeting Iranian citizens in a mobile surveillance operation. Researchers believe the purpose of this could be to set up a larger spearphishing attack conducted via text messages.

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Bing Chat spreads malware through ads, exploited by hackers

Dataconomy

OCTOBER 2, 2023

According to various sources, the chatbot has been pushing malware ads under search queries, which is a huge cyber threat to people who trust and use the tool. When consumers linger over these sponsored links, the advertisement appears before the natural search results, which could result in security flaws.

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Information Stealing Malware on the Rise, Uptycs Study Shows

SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

A new study from Uptycs has uncovered an increase in the distribution of information stealing malware. Newly discovered stealer families include modules that specifically steal logs from MFA applications, like the Rhadamanthys malware. Examining the dark web reveals that infostealer malware has become increasingly widespread.

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17 Apps Removed from Google Play for Joker Malware

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Google has removed 17 apps from its Google Play store due to malware known as Joker. The Joker malware family is infamous for constantly targeting Android devices. A Zscaler research team has been monitoring Joker malware and notified Google of the recent uploads to the Google Play store. Meticulous Scanner. Care Message.

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There's now a tool to test for NSA spyware

Network World

APRIL 21, 2017

A security researcher has come up with a free tool that can tell. Luke Jennings of security firm Countercept wrote a script in response to last week’s high-profile leak of cyberweapons that some researchers believe are from the U.S. National Security Agency.

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Watch Out For This Android Malware That Factory Resets Your Phone After Stealing Your Money

Gizmodo

JANUARY 27, 2022

Research published earlier this week shows that a nasty Android banking malware has evolved, bringing with it a number of alarming new features—including the ability to factory reset your device after stealing your money. Read more.

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Government Employees at High Risk for Mobile Phishing

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

New research from Lookout reveals the most common mobile threats aimed at federal, state, and local government agencies and their employees—all of which have increased since 2021. The report from Lookout, an endpoint to cloud security company, used the Lookout Security Graph to analyze data specific to government agencies at all levels.

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Technology Context From the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)

CTOvision

APRIL 28, 2014

For a decade now the cyber security community has been treated to important strategic context coordinated by Verizon in their Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). Here are my key take-aways from this year’s research: In every measure that matters, in every category, the bad guys are getting faster by automating.

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

Dataconomy

JUNE 2, 2023

Kaspersky researchers discovered a previously unknown mobile APT campaign targeting iOS devices. Once infected, the malware runs with root privileges, giving the attacker complete control over the device and user data. However, when the victim opens the attachment, the malware is installed on the device. or earlier.

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Malvertising acts as a vessel for malware propagation. Just to illustrate the scope of the issue, the Malwarebytes Threat Intelligence team spotted more than 800 malvertising campaigns in only the first six months of 2023, noting that the number of attacks that flew under researchers' radar was likely much higher.

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Making Security Personal: Warn End Users About New Bank App Alert

SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2020

If you help an employee secure the personal accounts of their family and friends, good cyber practices can become a relevant concern that they learn to take seriously. And research shows this phenomenon accelerated because of COVID-19. Use Strong Passwords and Good Password Security. It ranks right up there with the DMV.

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Breaking: Apple Sues 'Abusive State-Actor' NSO Group

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

And Apple's Head of Security Engineering and Architecture was extremely blunt when he announced the lawsuit on Twitter. The steps we’re taking today will send a clear message: In a free society, it is unacceptable to weaponize powerful state-sponsored spyware against those who seek to make the world a better place.".

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Common Techniques Hackers Use to Penetrate Systems and How to Protect Your Organization

ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information.”

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AdLock – How to Remove Ads from Your PC or Gadgets

Galido

MAY 23, 2019

Ridding your computer of pop up adverts can not only reduce your stresses, but it can also protect your machine from viruses and malware. The company created advanced software that allows you to filter out advertising on the Internet and stop malware from attacking your computer or device. About AdLock. Does it Work For Windows?

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Google Chrome Patches Sixth Zero-Day of the Year

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Lionel Litty, Chief Security Architect at Menlo Security, discussed this trend with SecureWorld News: "Despite all the care taken by Google engineers, we continue to see a steady stream of security issues that are exploitable, including many 0-days that are actually exploited.

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

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.”. Epic employees.

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Spyware Zero-Days Being Developed Commercially, Google Finds

SecureWorld News

JUNE 27, 2022

The commercial spyware industry is alive and thriving, according to a report released last week by Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG). The report specifically details an Italian vendor, RCS Labs, and its "Hermit" surveillance malware (aka spyware) used on mobile phones. RELATED: Spyware Pariah: NSO Group Placed on U.S.

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NSO Group Placed on U.S. Blacklist

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The infamous Israel-based NSO Group, known for its hacking spyware Pegasus, was placed on the United States Government's Entity List for engaging in malicious cyber activities, along with three other foreign companies, Candiru, Computer Security Initiative Consultancy PTE (COSEINC), and Positive Technologies.

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Apple's Emergency Patch: What it Means for Organizations

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The Toronto-based research group works to protect journalists and activists from cyberattacks and spyware. And oftentimes they come across new tech-enabled spying efforts from Israel-based NSO Group, which claims to carefully vet sales of its spyware. Citizen Lab discovers zero-day and zero-click spyware. gif” extension.

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Cybercrooks Are Increasingly Adept at Gaming Google's Services

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Scammers and malware authors know a good opportunity when they see one, especially if it's a vulnerability in a popular web service. Its search algorithms and security mechanisms boast unmatched sophistication, but when a well-motivated adversary steps in, they aren't effective enough to stop all forms of exploitation in their tracks.

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Antitrust investigations aren’t the biggest threat to Facebook’s future

The Verge

JULY 21, 2020

If India can ban one app used by 200 million people , citing rather vague national security concerns, it can ban others. Zuckerberg knows that the leap from banning TikTok on national security grounds to banning Facebook on national security grounds is more of a short hop. The so-called “ Splinternet ” is a long time in coming.

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Apple Unveils 'Lockdown Mode' to Defend Against Spyware

New FurBall Android Malware Used to Spy on Iranian Citizens

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Bing Chat spreads malware through ads, exploited by hackers

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Information Stealing Malware on the Rise, Uptycs Study Shows

17 Apps Removed from Google Play for Joker Malware

There's now a tool to test for NSA spyware

Watch Out For This Android Malware That Factory Resets Your Phone After Stealing Your Money

Government Employees at High Risk for Mobile Phishing

Technology Context From the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)

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

Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

Making Security Personal: Warn End Users About New Bank App Alert

Breaking: Apple Sues 'Abusive State-Actor' NSO Group

Common Techniques Hackers Use to Penetrate Systems and How to Protect Your Organization

AdLock – How to Remove Ads from Your PC or Gadgets

Google Chrome Patches Sixth Zero-Day of the Year

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

Spyware Zero-Days Being Developed Commercially, Google Finds

NSO Group Placed on U.S. Blacklist

Apple's Emergency Patch: What it Means for Organizations

Cybercrooks Are Increasingly Adept at Gaming Google's Services

Antitrust investigations aren’t the biggest threat to Facebook’s future

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