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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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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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

government threat report , released this morning and titled "Rise in Mobile Phishing Credential Theft Targeting Public Sector," includes these key findings: Nearly 50% of state and local government employees are running outdated Android operating systems, exposing them to hundreds of device vulnerabilities.

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Galido

APRIL 9, 2017

Looking to download Youtube videos in high definition, full quality formats, at fast speeds without visiting third party websites immersed in ads and spyware? Support is available on all operating systems (Windows, Mac, and Linux). Why we like it: No adware, spyware or bundleware. No need to install an external app.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Vampire malware: draining systems dry This malware creeps in undetected, draining resources and stealing data in the dark. Like vampires, malware strains can operate quietly, leeching data or encrypting files without warning, making ransomware and spyware infections incredibly haunting.

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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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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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Galido

MARCH 13, 2017

Malware, also known as “malicious software” is a simple term that essentially refers to a group of threats including the likes of worms, keyloggers, trojan horses, spyware and adware infections. Protection against such threats has always been with the use of malware protection software but this is not enough today.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

The modern and common types of malware, such as the viruses, worms, spyware, adware, Trojans, and Zombies, primarily target confidential personal, business, or financial information. A common way for a malware program to attack is to find and exploit the system’s vulnerabilities. Thicken the Security Layer of Your Browser.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. The attackers then mishandle this well-known adversary simulation tool to harvest information about the operating system, exfiltrate data, and locate directories and services with weak access control settings.

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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. For the top malware strains, the advisory provides six mitigations: Update software, including operating systems, applications, and firmware, on IT network assets. Enforce MFA.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 2, 2023

“Due to the peculiarities of blocking iOS updates on infected devices, we have not yet found an effective way to remove spyware without losing user data. This can only be done by resetting infected iPhones to factory settings, installing the latest version of the operating system and the entire user environment from scratch.

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Galido

JUNE 17, 2016

Uninstalling these unwanted items will increase disk space and also help to increase system loading times (if the uninstalled programs where loaded upon startup). Sometimes a slow system can be as a result of a malware, spyware or virus infection that may be on your computer. Clean your System Out. AntiVirus Scan.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Use antivirus software Installing reputable antivirus software helps protect your system from various types of malware, including viruses, ransomware, and spyware. Malware, including viruses, ransomware, or spyware, can infiltrate devices and networks, causing significant damage.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Therefore, educational institutions should invest in firewalls, intrusion detection, and virus and malware protection systems. It can help protect the network from various attacks, including viruses, worms, spyware, and ransomware. Update Systems Regularly.

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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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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Malware Malware, according to the Federal Trade Commission , “includes viruses, spyware, ransomware, and other unwanted software that gets secretly installed onto your device.” Software Vulnerabilities Exploiting software vulnerabilities is one of the most common ways that hackers penetrate systems.

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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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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. So when you deny them access to the location data in the operating system, that essentially denies them access to the GPS receiver. Joe Carrigan: [00:16:38] Well, Google is going to fix this in the next release of their operating system.

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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. So when you deny them access to the location data in the operating system, that essentially denies them access to the GPS receiver. Joe Carrigan: [00:16:38] Well, Google is going to fix this in the next release of their operating system.

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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 14, 2019

Reports suggest that smishing is one possible attack vector for the spyware. So when you deny them access to the location data in the operating system, that essentially denies them access to the GPS receiver. Joe Carrigan: [00:16:38] Well, Google is going to fix this in the next release of their operating system.

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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

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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Computerworld Vertical IT

APRIL 18, 2023

The researchers conclude that NSO Group, called “ mercenary hackers ” by Apple, has made wide use of at least three zero-click exploits in Apple’s iPhone operating systems against civil society targets worldwide. NSO Group is the infamous firm that created the Pegasus tool used to spy on people.

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Vox

DECEMBER 8, 2021

It’s also an outlier; rival mobile operating system Android allows pretty much any app, though app stores may have their own restrictions. You can buy a computer with a Microsoft operating system from a variety of manufacturers, and nearly 1,300 brands sell devices with Google’s Android operating system.

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The Verge

JULY 21, 2020

Google and Apple’s COVID-19 exposure notification system was supposed to preserve people’s privacy. But for the apps to work on smartphones with Google’s Android operating system, users must first turn on the device location setting, which enables GPS and may allow Google to determine their locations. Mike Allen / Axios ).

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