Network World

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Overall, ThreatLabz tracked a rise in financially motivated mobile attacks – with 111% growth in spyware and 29% growth in banking malware – most of which can bypass multifactor authentication (MFA). Top Mobile and IoT/OT trends Rise in financially-motivated mobile threats, including a 111% rise in spyware and 29% growth in banking malware.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 3, 2022

The highly controversial Pegasus spyware has been found on the mobile phones of Spain's prime minister Pedro Sánchez, as well as the defense minister Margarita Robles, according to the Spanish government. Pegasus spyware remains problematic around the world. Could Spain be spying on its own people?

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 12, 2022

The Israeli-based company—known for its Pegasus spyware that has been used to target journalists, politicians, and executives all over the world—was blacklisted by the United States government in November 2021. Interestingly enough, there is a much smaller vendor who sells a nearly identical spyware tool to government clients, named QuaDream.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Now Apple has followed WhatsApp and its parent company Meta (formerly known as Facebook) in suing Pegasus spyware maker NSO Group. That needs to change.Apple devices are the most secure consumer hardware on the market — but private companies developing state-sponsored spyware have become even more dangerous.”

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2022

Lockdown Mode is designed to protect users who could be targeted by "the most sophisticated digital threats," such as spyware developed by private companies like the highly controversial NSO Group. The spyware was found on the phone of Jamal Khashoggi's wife just days after his murder. Department of State.

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TechSpot

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

On Wednesday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a ban against spyware developer Support King and CEO Scott Zuckerman from operating in the surveillance industry. The FTC claims that Support King's SpyFone app secretly collected and shared personal information from devices "through a hidden device hack."

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SecureWorld News

JULY 20, 2023

The Commerce Department recently added four spyware vendors to its Entity List for their involvement in trafficking cyber exploits used to gain unauthorized access to information systems. This move targets the activities of spyware vendors that pose a serious threat to the privacy and security of individuals and organizations worldwide.

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The Verge

JULY 23, 2021

Throughout the past week, we’ve seen story after story about a company called NSO Group, and a piece of spyware called Pegasus. Amnesty International ran detailed forensics on 67 smartphones to look for evidence that they were targeted by Pegasus spyware — and 37 of those phones tested positive. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 3, 2021

At least nine employees of the US State Department working in or with Uganda had their iPhones hacked with spyware made by NSO Group, according to a report from Reuters. NSO has claimed that its spyware isn’t able to target US phone numbers (that is, numbers with a country code of +1).

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The Verge

DECEMBER 21, 2021

New forensic analysis indicates that representatives of the United Arab Emirates government installed Pegasus spyware on the phone of Hanan Elatr, wife of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, just months before her husband was killed. As a spyware company, NSO’s operations have long been shrouded in secrecy.

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TechSpot

JULY 6, 2022

When iOS 16, iPad OS 16, and macOS Venture launch later this year, they will introduce a new feature called Lockdown Mode, which will heavily restrict communications to thwart spyware. Apple has accused groups like NSO and RCS Labs of developing spyware used in recent targeted political cyberattacks.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Spyware is an abbreviated term that stands for “spy software” Malicious, spy software is designed for the purpose of gaining access to your computer and often damaging a computer and spreading the malware without the owner knowing. Tips for Spotting Malware and Spyware. What is Malware? There are various types of malware.

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CTOvision

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Samsung Picks Israeli Bio-Sensing Technology LifeBEAM as Asset in Fighting … LifeBEAM, an Israeli developer of bio-sensing technology, will play a pivotal role in helping Samsung compete head to head with Apples smart watches. Researchers develop new imaging technology for cancer detection. Read more on Macon Telegraph (blog).

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

The coming year brings new opportunities for businesses to grow and develop with the latest data tools, but with this advancement comes a series of risks and downfalls. Cloud Security Development. While the Cloud Data Managers are watching the sheep, companies are looking for experts in security development to strengthen the fences.

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GeekWire

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Israel-based NSO Group is behind spyware called Pegasus that was used to access devices with just a phone call via WhatsApp. ” This week a new report from Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto revealed how Al Jazeera journalists were hacked via spyware developed by NSO Group. See the full brief below:

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TechSpot

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The Israeli-based company is responsible for developing and deploying Pegasus, a mobile spyware application capable of reading text messages, tracking calls, collecting passwords, and tracking location on.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 24, 2021

Last year, it emerged that Facebook wanted to buy the infamous Pegasus spyware tool in 2017 with the explicit purpose to monitor iPhone and iPad users. Pegasus developer NSO Group refused to sell it for that purpose, as the firm is known for its strict policy of only licensing its.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The report, titled " Predator Files: Caught in the Net ," delves into the operations of the "Intellexa alliance," a complex network of interconnected companies that develop and market powerful spyware used to monitor and manipulate individuals worldwide. Cytrox is now part of Intellexa."

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 2, 2025

The latest wave of privacy litigation doesn't involve data breaches, AI models, or spyware. The result is a growing gap between where the risk is developing and where coverage reliably responds. It involves tracking pixelsand legal theories pulled from a time when Blockbuster Video was still a thing. In some cases, they are.

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Gizmodo

JANUARY 26, 2022

Spyware developed by Israeli surveillance for hire company NSO Group was reportedly used to spy on yet another member of civil society , this time targeting a senior member at rights group Human Rights Watch. That revelation comes despite NSO’s own rules against spying on activists or journalists and comes less than 24… Read more.

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SPF13

DECEMBER 27, 2011

I’ve compiled a set of programs that I have found to be invaluable in using Windows for serious development and computing. All are free and clean of any ads or spyware. It’s the first time I’ve ever run a Microsoft OS on my primary (home) machine. EaseUS® Partition Master 9.1

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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. million users.

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Dataconomy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A malicious Android spyware application, dubbed ‘BMI CalculationVsn,’ has been discovered on the Amazon Appstore, posing as a health tool while stealthily stealing data from users. However, users who previously installed the app must manually delete it and conduct a full scan to ensure complete eradication of the spyware.

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Spyware like SpyNote can cause real damage to you ( Image Credit ) Banking to camera access SpyNote’s varied set of dangers is particularly concerning. Here are some crucial actions to take to protect yourself from spyware: Be Cautious of Downloads: Avoid downloading apps or files from untrusted sources.

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SPF13

DECEMBER 28, 2011

ve compiled a set of programs that I have found to be invaluable in using Windows for serious development and computing. All are free and clean of any ads or spyware. ve ever run a Microsoft OS on my primary (home) machine. EaseUS® Partition Master 9.1 Home Edition.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Developing an exploit against Chrome usually means that it will work against all browsers, save Safari and Firefox, allowing bad actors to target more victims without any additional work." Such vulnerabilities can also serve as entry points for malware and spyware, endangering corporate networks.

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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.". That behavior by NSO Group, according to Citizen Lab and Apple, includes secret installation of Pegasus Spyware. And he didn't stop there.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The malware operates by using a malicious software development kit (SDK) that decrypts an OCR plugin, which facilitates the scanning of mobile device screenshots. Image: Kaspersky Kaspersky highlighted that infected Google Play applications have been downloaded over 242,000 times.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

RELATED: Tech CEO Fined $410K for Selling Illegal Spyware ] One company that is helping fight against the illegal use of BLE trackers is Berkeley Varitronics Systems (BVS). On the other hand, they can be exploited by stalkers, thieves, and other criminals to carry out their illegal activities with little to no risk of getting caught.

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CTOvision

JULY 6, 2015

All three executives will now have greater responsibility over the technological development. TWD & Associates Promotes Three to Leadership Team: Larry Scherer, Woody Hume and Tom Ladimir Washington Exec (Today) - Last month, TWD & Associates, Inc. promoted Larry Scherer, Woody Hume, and Tom Ladimir from its leadership team.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Meta’s report also referenced the Israeli spyware company NSO Group, which last month was sued by both Apple and Meta for selling spyware used to compromise iPhone and WhatsApp messages.

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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.

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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. The logs from the phone show that the spyware was accessing different frameworks on the phone, including the Celestial.framework and MediaExperience.framework, which can be used to record audio and camera data.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 11, 2022

Workers at the game's developer, Sky Mavis, were approached by individuals representing a fake company and encouraged them to apply for jobs. The offer was emailed as a PDF document, and once it was downloaded, spyware infected the company's systems. So, what exactly happened with Axie Infinity?

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Computerworld Vertical IT

JULY 7, 2022

Starting in iOS 16, iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura, and available now in the latest developer-only betas, Lockdown Mode hardens security defenses and limits the functionalities sometimes abused by state-sponsored surveillance hackers. To read this article in full, please click here

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

The updated developer policy , which comes into effect on October 1st, now explicitly says that Play Store apps which allow parents to track their children are acceptable, but that they cannot be used to track adults (like a spouse) without their knowledge or permission.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 5, 2024

Telegram combolists show that we are all hacked These revelations prompted Hagenah to develop TotalRecall. ” These findings come amid growing concerns from many security and privacy experts who have labeled Recall as a potentially invasive spyware threat. .” Microsoft did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

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