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Hermit spyware is deployed with the help of a victim’s ISP

Malwarebytes

Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) has revealed a sophisticated spyware activity involving ISPs (internet service providers) aiding in downloading powerful commercial spyware onto users’ mobile devices. The spyware, dubbed Hermit, is reported to have government clients much like Pegasus.

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APT C-23 group targets Middle East with an enhanced Android spyware variant

Security Affairs

A threat actor, tracked as APT C-23, is using new powerful Android spyware in attacks aimed at targets in the Middle East. The APT C-23 cyberespionage group (also known as GnatSpy, FrozenCell, or VAMP) continues to target entities in the Middle East with enhanced Android spyware masqueraded as seemingly harmless app updates (i.e.

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Campaigns abusing corporate trusted infrastructure hunt for corporate credentials on ICS networks

SecureList

Kaspersky ICS CERT has uncovered a number of spyware campaigns targeting industrial enterprises. The attackers use off-the-shelf spyware, but limit the scope and lifetime of each sample to the bare minimum. The attackers use off-the-shelf spyware, but limit the scope and lifetime of each sample to the bare minimum.

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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

SecureWorld News

To set such a stratagem in motion, cybercriminals poison legitimate websites with ads that lead to shady URLs or download malicious code camouflaged as something harmless. If a user gets on the hook, they are redirected to a landing page or prompted to download an ostensibly innocuous file.

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OnionPoison: infected Tor Browser installer distributed through popular YouTube channel

SecureList

While performing regular threat hunting activities, we identified multiple downloads of previously unclustered malicious Tor Browser installers. As the Tor Browser website is blocked in China, individuals from this country often resort to downloading Tor from third-party websites. Download page of the malicious Tor Browser installer.

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7 Mobile Security Tips to Help Safeguard Your Device and Personal Information

Hot for Security

Given the portability and myriad of functionalities, mobile devices are highly susceptible to cyber threats, including malware, spyware and phishing attempts that may compromise that precious piece of tech we keep in our pocket and any information stored on it. Threat actors know that users often behave recklessly with their smart devices.

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What is Digital Identity?

Identity IQ

Social media activity: likes, shares, comments and posts. App downloads. When you share your thoughts and life events on social media, it allows you to connect with family and friends. Fortunately, there are plenty of tools and habits we can use that can help make the internet a safer place. They include: Search queries.