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China-Linked Apps Pose Threat to Google Play Store Users

SecureWorld News

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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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

Use antivirus software Installing reputable antivirus software helps protect your system from various types of malware, including viruses, ransomware, and spyware. Malware, including viruses, ransomware, or spyware, can infiltrate devices and networks, causing significant damage.

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Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft

Galido

The modern and common types of malware, such as the viruses, worms, spyware, adware, Trojans, and Zombies, primarily target confidential personal, business, or financial information. Browsing means surfing the Internet, which also means giving a scope for the malware to exploit your system and steal your confidential data.

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Top 5 Internet Security Tips

Galido

Malware, also known as “malicious software” is a simple term that essentially refers to a group of threats including the likes of worms, keyloggers, trojan horses, spyware and adware infections. Scanning your system once every day is recommended for best results. Login Information.

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How Can Educational Institutions Mitigate Cybersecurity Threats in Education?

Kitaboo

They disturb the virtual classes by exposing unwanted and harmful media during ongoing classes or sessions. Therefore, educational institutions should invest in firewalls, intrusion detection, and virus and malware protection systems. Update Systems Regularly. Zoombombing. How to Combat CyberSecurity Threats in Education Sector?

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

ForAllSecure

Contact - Criminals contact the target via phone, email, or social media and use social engineering techniques to persuade the target to reveal sensitive information or perform an action that compromises security. Software Vulnerabilities Exploiting software vulnerabilities is one of the most common ways that hackers penetrate systems.

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