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4 Malicious apps on Play Store totaled +1M downloads

Security Affairs

Four malicious Android apps uploaded by the same developer to Google Play totaled at least one million downloads. Malwarebytes researchers discovered four malicious apps uploaded by the same developer ( Mobile apps Group ) to the official Google Play. 1,000+ downloads. 1,000+ downloads. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Malware on the Google Play store leads to harmful phishing sites

Malwarebytes

A family of malicious apps from developer Mobile apps Group are listed on Google Play and infected with Android/Trojan.HiddenAds.BTGTHB. In total, four apps are listed, and together they have amassed at least one million downloads. After the initial delay, the malicious app opens phishing sites in Chrome.

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Crushing the two biggest threats to mobile endpoint security in 2023

Malwarebytes

Don’t let their small size fool you: mobile devices can have a big impact on your security posture. It’s easy to see why, considering that almost half of organizations said they suffered a mobile-related compromise in 2022. Other malware is more widespread, but droppers pose the greatest danger to organizations.

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Navigating mobile malware trends: Crucial insights and predictions for MSPs

Malwarebytes

Whether a company gives them out or they're owned by the employees or students, mobile devices are like honey for cybercriminals. Just check out the following stats from last year: 18 percent of clicked phishing emails in 2022 came from a mobile device. And the kicker? Most of these devices are not protected enough.

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Mobile Malware: Threats and Solutions

eSecurity Planet

As users have increasingly moved from desktop operating systems to mobile devices as their primary form of computing, cyber attackers have taken notice and malware has followed. Mobile malware statistics. Another finding was that 97% of organizations dealt with mobile threats that used various attack vectors.

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Endpoint security for Mac: 3 best practices

Malwarebytes

If you’re one of the 50% of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that use Mac devices today, chances are your IT and security teams have a ton of Mac endpoints to monitor. Needless to say, these are a lot of different threats to deal with when it comes to Mac endpoint security. Update frequently. OK, that sounds annoying.

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

Strange Pop-Up Window Messages Unwanted pop-up advertisements or messages that display even while you are not surfing the internet might indicate the presence of adware or other types of malware. It offers real-time protection, scanning downloads, attachments, and programs as they run, providing an additional layer of security.

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