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Google’s Threat Analysis Group’s Spyware Research: How CSVs Target Devices and Applications

Tech Republic Security

In a new report from Google's Threat Analysis Group, the researchers detail how commercial surveillance vendors particularly use spyware and target Google and Apple devices.

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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. 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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Google Chrome Patches Sixth Zero-Day of the Year

SecureWorld News

Google recently rushed out another emergency patch for a Zero-Day vulnerability in its Chrome browser that cybercriminals were actively exploiting in attacks prior to a fix being available. Google is far from the only browser vendor struggling to contain the sharp rise in threats.

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If you have any of these Android apps, uninstall them now

TechSpot

This week, security group Dr. Web published its June 2022 mobile virus activity report describing around 30 popular Android apps containing trojans, adware, spyware, and other malware. Some had hundreds of thousands or even millions of Google Play Store downloads.

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ESET Threat Report: ChatGPT Name Abuses, Lumma Stealer Malware Increases, Android SpinOk SDK Spyware’s Prevalence

Tech Republic Security

ESET's latest report highlights the abuse of the ChatGPT name, the rise of the Lumma Stealer malware and the Android SpinOk SDK spyware.

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Apple Releases Emergency Update to Patch iOS Zero-Days

SecureWorld News

Among all the mobile platforms, Apple's iOS stands out as a significant focus for these hackers. Many of these devices, especially iPhones, are used by high-profile individuals like politicians and journalists, enticing state-backed attackers and spyware vendors.

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17 Apps Removed from Google Play for Joker Malware

SecureWorld News

Google has removed 17 apps from its Google Play store due to malware known as Joker. Even though Google is very much aware of this cyber threat, it manages to keep finding its way into their official application market. Infected Google Play apps removed from store. Mint Leaf Message -Your Private Message. Part Message.

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