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China-Linked Apps Pose Threat to Google Play Store Users

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. 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

MARCH 29, 2021

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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It’s been a big week for patches

Computerworld Vertical IT

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

This week brought updates that I consider critical for the “Big Three” — my operating system (Windows), my browser (Google Chrome) and my phone (from Apple). 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.

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This new spyware named “SpyNote” can read SMS, access camera

Dataconomy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This malicious app poses as a routine operating system update, deceiving users into granting it special access privileges. Spyware like SpyNote can cause real damage to you ( Image Credit ) Banking to camera access SpyNote’s varied set of dangers is particularly concerning.

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Apple Releases Security Update to Patch Actively Exploited Zero-Day

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

On Monday, February 13, 2023, Apple released security updates for its macOS, iOS, and Safari operating systems, including a fix for a Zero-Day vulnerability in WebKit. It is unclear if the Zero-Day was exploited in attacks linked to mercenary spyware vendors.

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How to Remove Malware Tips

Galido

AUGUST 3, 2016

These can include: Spyware. Various factors make computers more vulnerable to malware attacks, including defects in the operating system design, lack of updates and permissions, and use of popular operating systems like Windows OS (due to its popularity, it gets the most malware written for it). What is Malware?

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. These fake sites were promoted on Google and Bing search results. In November 2022, cybercriminals somehow acquired the right to run ads on Google for the popular open-source graphics editor GIMP.

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Here’s who Apple and Epic are calling to testify in next week’s trial

The Verge

APRIL 28, 2021

Craig Federighi, senior vice president, software engineering — covering “iOS operating system; competition faced by Apple; Apple’s investment and efforts to combat malware, spyware, and other issues relating to app security and iOS device user protection.” (Scheduled for one hour examination, 30 minutes cross examination.).

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Watch Out For This Android Malware That Factory Resets Your Phone After Stealing Your Money

Gizmodo

JANUARY 27, 2022

Research published earlier this week shows that a nasty Android banking malware has evolved, bringing with it a number of alarming new features—including the ability to factory reset your device after stealing your money. Read more.

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The CyberWire Daily Podcast EP. 389 With Guest Speaker David Brumley

ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Dave Bittner: [00:02:42] The Financial Times reports that the controversial lawful intercept shop NSO Group says it can access private messages held in major cloud services, including those provided by Apple, Amazon, Google and Facebook. Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. Maybe FTC could.

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The CyberWire Daily Podcast EP. 389 With Guest Speaker David Brumley

ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Dave Bittner: [00:02:42] The Financial Times reports that the controversial lawful intercept shop NSO Group says it can access private messages held in major cloud services, including those provided by Apple, Amazon, Google and Facebook. Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. Maybe FTC could.

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Security Applications Development Financial

THE CYBERWIRE DAILY PODCAST EP. 389 WITH GUEST SPEAKER DAVID BRUMLEY

ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Dave Bittner: [00:02:42] The Financial Times reports that the controversial lawful intercept shop NSO Group says it can access private messages held in major cloud services, including those provided by Apple, Amazon, Google and Facebook. Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. Maybe FTC could.

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6 key mobile and IoT/OT attack trend findings

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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How much control should Apple have over your iPhone?

Vox

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Over the next few weeks, we’ll cover what’s happening with Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Microsoft. For many people, Facebook, Google, and Amazon are unavoidable realities of life on the internet these days, while Apple makes products they choose to buy. Apple says it’s just giving customers what they want.

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Antitrust investigations aren’t the biggest threat to Facebook’s future

The Verge

JULY 21, 2020

One explanation is that the federal government has chosen to focus instead on Google for the moment. Facebook (with Google) now has an effective duopoly on digital advertising, and continues to acquire smaller social products that could threaten its dominance. s Google and Facebook Inc. What’s behind the delay?

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China-Linked Apps Pose Threat to Google Play Store Users

Dangerous Android App Pretends to Be a System Update to Steal Your Data

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It’s been a big week for patches

This new spyware named “SpyNote” can read SMS, access camera

Apple Releases Security Update to Patch Actively Exploited Zero-Day

How to Remove Malware Tips

Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

Here’s who Apple and Epic are calling to testify in next week’s trial

Watch Out For This Android Malware That Factory Resets Your Phone After Stealing Your Money

The CyberWire Daily Podcast EP. 389 With Guest Speaker David Brumley

The CyberWire Daily Podcast EP. 389 With Guest Speaker David Brumley

THE CYBERWIRE DAILY PODCAST EP. 389 WITH GUEST SPEAKER DAVID BRUMLEY

6 key mobile and IoT/OT attack trend findings

How much control should Apple have over your iPhone?

Antitrust investigations aren’t the biggest threat to Facebook’s future

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