Computerworld Vertical IT

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Once deployed, attackers using the software could access messages, intercept calls, and use the device as a remote listening device. Apple closed this vulnerability in September 2021. It is believed NSO Group software was used to target the family of murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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Computerworld Vertical IT

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

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. If you want to make sure your iPhone has received the update, click on Settings, then General, then tap Software Update. Let’s break down the patching to do right away.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

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.". November 23, 2021. That needs to change,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2022

FurBall has been used since June 2021 to distribute a fraudulent translation app that mimics an Iranian website which provides translated articles, journals, and books. This version has similar spyware functionality as before, except " the threat actors slightly obfuscated class and method names, strings, logs, and server URIs."

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The Verge

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The Amazon-owned router company has announced Eero for Service Providers, an offering that includes hardware and software tools for ISPs. It will be available in the US and Canada starting in November, with more features coming in December and throughout 2021. Customers can use it to block attacks like malware, spyware, and phishing.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Malware is malicious software designed to infect or damage the system and networks. Install Anti-Malware Software. It can help protect the network from various attacks, including viruses, worms, spyware, and ransomware. Digital Publishing / February 8, 2021. Digital Publishing / April 21, 2021. Installing Malware.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 11, 2023

Bad actors have figured out ways to use public USB ports to introduce malware and monitoring software onto devices that access these ports. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a warning in fall 2021, titled "'Juice Jacking': The Dangers of Public USB Charging Stations," giving travelers notice before the busy holiday travel season.

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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. Malware can be delivered through email attachments, malicious websites, or compromised software.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Protecting military mobile devices Standards and policies will be implemented to secure Department of Defense mobile devices from foreign spyware. Agencies must report any compromises involving foreign spyware over the past two years. Securing the software and hardware supply chain will be critical here.

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ForAllSecure

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Lodrina Cherne and Martijn Grooten join the The Hacker Mind podcast to discuss their Black Hat USA 2021 presentation. In early September 2021. Some of those who bought the spyware were allegedly able to see live locations of the devices, view the targets emails, photos, web browsing history, text messages, video calls, etc.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2023

United States President Joe Biden has signed an Executive Order banning commercial spyware from government agencies. The order comes in response to growing concerns about the use of such software to conduct surveillance and espionage operations.

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Vox

DECEMBER 4, 2021

A woman walks past an NSO Group building at one of the company’s branches in the Arava Desert on November 11, 2021, in Sapir, Israel. A hack targeting US officials is just the latest problem for NSO Group, the Israeli company behind Pegasus spyware. pic.twitter.com/XPdTDjuSHL — Nicole Perlroth (@nicoleperlroth) November 3, 2021.

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