Security Affairs

AUGUST 11, 2020

A researcher found multiple flaws in Samsung’s Find My Mobile that could have been chained to perform various malicious activities on Samsung Galaxy Phones. Below the speech made by the experts last week at DEF CON 28SM hacking virtual conference. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Samsung Find My Mobile). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2022

Researchers discovered five vulnerabilities that can be exploited to remotely hack hospital Aethon’s TUG autonomous mobile robots. A TUG is an autonomous mobile robot designed for hospitals by Aethon. SecurityAffairs – hacking, TUG autonomous mobile robots). To nominate, please visit:? Pierluigi Paganini.

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SecureList

AUGUST 30, 2023

Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q2 2023. Mobile statistics These statistics are based on detection verdicts of Kaspersky products received from users who consented to providing statistical data. The most common threat to mobile devices was potentially unwanted software (RiskTool): 30.8% of all threats detected.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 27, 2024

ThreatFabric researchers identified a new Android malware called Brokewell, which implements a wide range of device takeover capabilities. ThreatFabric researchers uncovered a new mobile malware named Brokewell, which is equipped with sophisticated device takeover features. ” reads the report published by ThreatFabric.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Security researcher ValdikSS found malware preinstalled in four low-budget push-button mobile phones available for sale on Russian e-stores. A Russian security researcher that goes online with the name of ValdikSS has found malware preinstalled in four low-budget push-button mobile phones available for sale on Russian e-stores.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 28, 2021

And while actual, measurable cyberrattacks and hacks surrounding The Olympics did not truly get rolling until 2008 in Beijing, The Olympic games have traditionally been quite the target for malicious acts of all kinds, dating back years. It was also the first major Olympics event where organizers braced for hacking related impact.

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Threatpost

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

After the breakout of the COVID-19 pandemic, mobile phishing attacks targeting pharmaceutical companies have shifted their focus from credential theft to malware delivery.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

While some security experts might seem over-zealous shouting about the dangers, the vast majority of warnings about mobile security threats are indeed justified. Stalkerware is another big issue on mobile platforms. Mobile threats are in no way a myth. In many cases, no malware is needed to compromise this data.

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The Hacker News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Mobile network operator Orange Spain suffered an internet outage for several hours on January 3 after a threat actor used administrator credentials captured by means of stealer malware to hijack the border gateway protocol (BGP) traffic.

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SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

Mobile statistics IT threat evolution Q1 2024. Non-mobile statistics The statistics presented here are based on detection verdicts by Kaspersky products and services received from users who consented to providing statistical data. IT threat evolution Q1 2024 IT threat evolution Q1 2024. AdWare.OSX.Amc.e Trojan.OSX.Agent.gen 5.35

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2023

These features, which will be rolled out in a month, will help prevent users from being targeted with malware and unauthorized access. The next feature is the “Device Verification” feature, which will bar cyber criminals from hacking into an account to send unwanted messages or inject mobile device malware.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

At the start of this week, word got out that hackers claimed to have seized personal data for as many as 100 million T-Mobile patrons. Related: Kaseya hack worsens supply chain risk. According to the attackers, this was a configuration issue on an access point T-Mobile used for testing. This was not a sophisticated attack.

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Bleeping Computer

MARCH 9, 2023

A suspected Chinese hacking campaign has been targeting unpatched SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances to install custom malware that establish long-term persistence for cyber espionage campaigns. [.]

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Krebs on Security

JULY 25, 2023

Now new findings reveal that AVrecon is the malware engine behind a 12-year-old service called SocksEscort , which rents hacked residential and small business devices to cybercriminals looking to hide their true location online. ” According to Kilmer, AVrecon is the malware that gives SocksEscort its proxies.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 1, 2023

A previously unknown advanced persistent threat (APT) is targeting iOS devices as part of a sophisticated and long-running mobile campaign dubbed Operation Triangulation that began in 2019.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

New research from Lookout reveals the most common mobile threats aimed at federal, state, and local government agencies and their employees—all of which have increased since 2021. Telemetry data from more than 200 million devices and 175 million apps was analyzed to determine which mobile threats agencies most often face.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Newly discovered cracked applications being distributed by unauthorized websites are delivering Trojan-Proxy malware to macOS users who are looking for free or cheap versions of the software tools they want. The malware can be used by bad actors for a range of malicious activities, including hacking into systems or running phishing campaigns.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 18, 2023

IMEI is a unique number assigned to each mobile device and is used to identify a device on a mobile network. If that happens, it can cause disruptions to the mobile service of the device. The leak also increases the risk of malware attacks, as exposed information about phone models could be exploited by threat actors.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The hackers also have created malware disguised as Android applications, the reports said. Both are popular messaging tools in Iran.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Web hosting giant GoDaddy made headlines this month when it disclosed that a multi-year breach allowed intruders to steal company source code, siphon customer and employee login credentials, and foist malware on customer websites. But we do know the March 2020 attack was precipitated by a spear-phishing attack against a GoDaddy employee.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 18, 2020

It is not the first time that threat actors attempt to exploit the interest of the gamers into new video games like has happened with mobile versions of the popular Fortnite back in 2028. Bleeping Computer pointed out that a Windows version of Cyberpunk 2017 installer was spotted in November by malware researchers at MalwareHunterTeam.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The post Russia Hacks Ukraine, Ukraine Hacks Russia — Day#658 appeared first on Security Boulevard. When will it end? Russia takes down Kyivstar cellular system, Ukraine destroys Russian tax system.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Researchers discovered a new Android malware dubbed Xamalicious that can take full control of the device and perform fraudulent actions. McAfee Mobile Research Team discovered a new Android backdoor dubbed Xamalicious that can take full control of the device and perform fraudulent actions. ” reads the report published by McAfee.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Most Small and Medium Scale Businesses(SMBs) are finding it difficult to manage a fleet of mobile devices, especially when half of their workforce is remotely working. This is where Google is offering Android based Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) tools to break the complexity faced by SMBs regards to security management.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2023

Pinduoduo Malware highlights the need for App Attestation on a Global Scale The recent Pinduoduo hack may have impacted over 700 million users in China, and highlights the need for mobile app attestation to protect against mobile app malware and other vulnerabilities.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2024

Microsoft addressed two zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-29988 and CVE-2024-26234) actively exploited by threat actors to deliver malware Microsoft addressed two zero-day vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2024-29988 and CVE-2024-26234, that threat actors are exploiting to deliver malware. ” reported Sophos.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 25, 2023

But its true that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked his citizens to turn off their mobile phones daily for 5-10 minutes to combat cyber threats and risks associated to attacks. Whether it’s an Android or iPhone, there is not such device in the world that cannot be hacked. How to know the phone is infected?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

But now, a North Korea-based hacking group dubbed Kumsong 121 was found using social media to attack smart phone users using Android platform. After successfully hacking the account, the cyber crooks will then choose additional targets by choosing more targets from the social media friends of the victim.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2021

WhatsApp addressed two security vulnerabilities in its app for Android that could have been exploited to remotely hack the victim’s device. Viber, Facebook Messenger), or even mobile games might be unwillingly exposing a similar attack surface to remote adversaries.” SecurityAffairs – hacking, WhatsApp).

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Security Affairs

JULY 16, 2021

The Joker malware is back, experts spotted multiple malicious apps on the official Google Play store that were able to evade scanners. Experts reported an uptick in malicious Android apps on the official Google Play store laced with the Joker mobile trojan. ” states a post published by the experts. explained. “If

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 10, 2022

Are you having a doubt that your smartphone has been hacked or is being used by remote hackers for malevolent scams? If so, then watch out for these abnormal behavioral signs to know whether the device has been hacked. When apps are taking longer time to open than usual, it can be a sign that the device has been hacked.

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The Hacker News

MARCH 10, 2023

A suspecting China-linked hacking campaign has been observed targeting unpatched SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) 100 appliances to drop malware and establish long-term persistence.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The first news that is related to malicious software and is trending heavily on Google is related to SolarMarker malware that can steal credentials and act as a backdoor for other cyber attacks. Third is the news related to 2FA Authenticator that is seen distributing malware. In practical, the said application is working as promoted.

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Security Affairs

JULY 10, 2022

French virtual mobile telephone operator La Poste Mobile was hit by a ransomware attack that impacted administrative and management services. . The ransomware attack hit the virtual mobile telephone operator La Poste Mobile on July 4 and paralyzed administrative and management services. . Who is behind the attack?

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Related: Using mobile apps to radicalize youth. Earlier in the year, there was an attempted hack of a water treatment facility in Oldsmar, Florida. Malware, including ransomware, is a fast-growing criminal market. The joint threat advisory mentions “spear phishing” as a gateway through which malware can be launched.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 30, 2020

T-Mobile has disclosed a data breach that exposed customers’ network information (CPNI), including phone numbers and calls records. T-Mobile has disclosed a data breach exposing customers’ account’s information. The T-Mobile security staff discovered “malicious, unauthorized access” to their systems.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2021

More than 500,000 Huawei users have been infected with the Joker malware after downloading apps from the company’s official Android store. More than 500,000 Huawei users were infected with the Joker malware after they have downloaded tainted apps from the company’s official Android store. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Huawei apps).

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