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. Pradeo, the mobile security company that discovered these malicious apps, has released a report discussing the spyware lurking on the Google Play Store.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Kaspersky researchers have identified a malware campaign, dubbed SparkCat, distributing malicious applications on both Android and iOS platforms since March 2024. The malware operates by using a malicious software development kit (SDK) that decrypts an OCR plugin, which facilitates the scanning of mobile device screenshots.

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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. Though it has the Google Play logo, the app is not available in the Google Play store and downloads directly from Domestic Kitten's server.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The outcomes further noted that such concerns create barriers to the adoption of critical technologies that drive value and growth: mobility, cloud and big data. The results of Dell’s Global Technology Adoption Index(GTAI) [1] show that security is a top concern for most of the 2000 global small and medium businesses surveyed.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Even though Google is very much aware of this cyber threat, it manages to keep finding its way into their official application market. It accomplishes this by changing its code, execution methods, or payload-retrieving techniques. The research team identified 17 different samples uploaded to the store in September 2020.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 21, 2025

Spyware Spyware silently collects user information, tracking activities and stealing sensitive data like passwords and financial details without user consent. Data espionage Data espionage occurs when spyware is used to surveil users, gathering confidential information that can be exploited for various nefarious purposes.

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Galido

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Advanced System Protector protects your PC from adware, spyware, phishing scams and other malware threats effectively. Use this free Windows malware protection tool to clean adware, remove spyware and other malicious content effectively. Working as a free spyware removal tool for Windows it keeps your privacy intact from cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Cybercriminals often use malware to gain access to a computer or mobile device to deploy viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. Its developers continue to add new functionality, including obfuscation capabilities and targeting additional applications for credential stealing. Enforce MFA.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Pegasus spyware is a phone surveillance solution that enables customers to remotely exploit and monitor devices. He was concerned that his phone had been hacked he contacted Toronto's Citizen Lab and agreed to let them install a VPN application that would give researchers a chance to track metadata associated with his Internet traffic.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Malware means a malicious or intrusive software application that is coded for executing on the targeted device without notifying its user or the owner. Affecting a mobile phone, a computer, a laptop, or a network server, malware interrupts computing operations, hijacks networks, or access systems. Update your browser.

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Galido

MAY 17, 2017

The free features allow you to have silent protection from dangerous apps or malware, spyware, or viruses. The basic version serves as a great tool for your mobile security needs, so do not worry about upgrading just yet. Take advantage of all the amazing features the app has to offer before committing to anything. Easy to Find.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Cybercriminals often use mobile IoT devices to get inside the institute’s network. Hence, educational institutions must include mobile security as a part of their cyber security strategies. It can help protect the network from various attacks, including viruses, worms, spyware, and ransomware. Update Systems Regularly.

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A Screw's Loose

MARCH 20, 2013

There’s nothing wrong with trying to protect your users from malicious apps, malware and spyware. Next post: 10 plagues of Mobile. Going Mobile. Enterprise Mobility. Tags Applications. Enterprise Mobility. Mobile Strategy. The real issue here is that we don’t trust our workers. Enablement.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

By requiring users to provide an additional verification method, such as a unique code sent to their mobile device, even if an attacker obtains the password, they won’t be able to access the account without the second factor. It is crucial to regularly update all software applications installed on your devices.

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Galido

MAY 23, 2019

Imagine never running out of mobile data again? As long as it is enabled on your phone you will always be protected from any unwanted spyware and bugs. AdLock pays very close attention to every element of our development process, as our highly skilled team is dedicated to making the application extremely safe and trustworthy.

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ForAllSecure

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

And what if that unease was coming from your mobile device. 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. I am a coordinator, the Coalition Against Spyware. In early September 2021.

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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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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Adult links cloaked as government sites In a campaign that hit the headlines in January 2023, threat actors capitalized on a web application security flaw called Open Redirect to drive traffic to X-rated resources. Under the guise of account hacking tools, the malefactors were mostly distributing a spyware program known as Emotet.

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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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