Microsoft, Apple versus China, spyware actors
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
It’s a cat-and-mouse struggle as tech giants Microsoft and Apple deal with persistent threats from China state actors and Pegasus spyware.
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
It’s a cat-and-mouse struggle as tech giants Microsoft and Apple deal with persistent threats from China state actors and Pegasus spyware.
eSecurity Planet
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Apple continues to be haunted by spyware developed by an Israeli security firm that hostile governments used to hack into Apple devices to spy on journalists, activists and world leaders (see Apple Security Under Scrutiny Amid Fallout from NSO Spyware Scandal ). operating system was being exploited by the invasive Pegasus spyware.
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Webroot
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Cyber threats are no longer just the occasional virus or suspicious email. It combines multiple security capabilities into one easy-to-use package that includes: Antivirus protection Detects and neutralizes viruses, malware , spyware , and ransomware. Because in a world where cyber threats never rest, neither do we.
Security Affairs
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I transcribed a recent interview, here some questions and answers about nation-state hacking, spyware, and cyber warfare. Enjoy” How has spyware changed the rules of cyber security in recent years? What will cyber security look like now that those tools are all over the internet? Pierluigi Paganini.
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CyberSecurity Insiders
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CyberSecurity Insiders
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Google Cloud IDS was also unveiled by the web search giant that solely depends on the Palo Alto Networks threat detection technology that helps detect malware, spyware, command-and-control software attacks, and other network based threats hitting the cloud platform.
SecureWorld News
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Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start, shared her thoughts with SecureWorld News: "Apple's growing popularity and expanding market share make them prime targets for advanced adversaries. So, what is really driving this rapid increase in 2023?
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AUGUST 21, 2024
The Vermin group attempted to deploy two malicious codes in this campaign, the previously known Spectr spyware, and a new malware family dubbed Firmachagent. In June 2024, Ukraine CERT-UA warned of cyber attacks targeting defense forces with SPECTR malware as part of another cyber espionage campaign dubbed SickSync.
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."
IT Security Guru
APRIL 26, 2021
Spyware – Without realising it, gamers could be targeted through spyware schemes, especially if they are dealing with an untrustworthy online gaming operation. Spyware monitors a user’s every movement and actions on the internet without their knowledge. Tackling these cyber threats as an online gamer.
CyberSecurity Insiders
DECEMBER 27, 2021
So, all those accessing such websites on office devices, better be aware of this cyber threat before it is too late. Note- From the past few days, some media houses are running rampant reports that the pirated movie copies of “Spider Man No Way Home” might be riddled with crypto mining and blister malware.
CyberSecurity Insiders
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Use passcodes and anti-spyware programs. Since phishing attempts infect an individual’s system with malware, spyware, or viruses, it’s critical to use dedicated programs installed on all gadgets and throughout your system. Once you cover the hardware and cloud, focus on the network.
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.
Malwarebytes
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The constant barrage of cyber threats can be overwhelming for all of us. And, as those threats evolve and attackers find new ways to compromise us, we need a way to keep on top of everything nasty that’s thrown our way. Rapid response When Malwarebytes detects suspicious activity or potential threats, it responds quickly.
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Trend Micro
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The Last Watchdog
JANUARY 28, 2019
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The Last Watchdog
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May 13, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Criminal IP, a renowned Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) search engine developed by AI SPERA, has recently signed a technology partnership to exchange threat intelligence data based on domains and potentially on the IP address to protect users by blocking threats to end users.
Digital Shadows
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Cyber threat actors, with varying resources and motivations, are highly interested in these eye-catching events too. For instance, financially-motivated threat actors often plant in malicious URLs spoofing these events to fraudulent sites, hoping to maximize their chances of scamming naive internet users for a quick (illicit) profit.
The Last Watchdog
MAY 2, 2019
That said, it’s also clear that all too many SMBs remain ill equipped to assess evolving cyber threats, much less effectively mitigate them. According to the Cyberthreat Index, 45 percent of all SMBs and 56% of large SMBs believe they are vulnerable to “imminent” threats of cybersecurity attacks.
Security Affairs
MARCH 24, 2024
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SecureWorld News
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Even though Google is very much aware of this cyber threat, it manages to keep finding its way into their official application market. Google has removed 17 apps from its Google Play store due to malware known as Joker. The Joker malware family is infamous for constantly targeting Android devices.
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eSecurity Planet
JUNE 16, 2022
The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found that all types of cyberattacks increased in 2021. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Also read: Mobile Malware: Threats and Solutions. Phishing attacks continue to dominate cyber threats. Crimeware and spyware.
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SiteLock
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While some security experts might seem over-zealous shouting about the dangers, the vast majority of warnings about mobile security threats are indeed justified. Just because our phones are not tethered physically to a network doesn’t mean they’re safe from cyber threats. Platform-agnostic threats. Weaponizing hype.
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Webroot
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CyberSecurity Insiders
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eSecurity Planet
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Malwarebytes
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eSecurity Planet
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