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Russia’s FSB used spyware against a Russian programmer

Security Affairs

Russia’s FSB used spyware against a Russian programmer after detaining him for allegedly donating to Ukraine earlier this year. The Federal Security Service (FSB) used spyware to monitor a Russian programmer, Kirill Parubets, after he was detained earlier this year for allegedly donating to Ukraine. ” continues the report.

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WhatsApp hack: Meta wins payout over NSO Group spyware

Malwarebytes

Meta has won almost $170m in damages from Israel-based NSO Group, maker of the Pegasus spyware. According to the original complaint against NSO Group, filed in October 2019, the spyware vendor used WhatsApp servers to send malware to around 1400 mobile phones. Facebook has its own initiative.

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Predator Spyware Spreads: 11 Countries Now at Risk

Penetration Testing

The operators behind the invasive Predator mobile spyware remain undeterred by public exposure and scrutiny.

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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 31

Security Affairs

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

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Watch out! Android Flubot spyware is spreading fast

Malwarebytes

Using a proven method of text messages about missed deliveries, an old player on the Android malware stage has returned for an encore. This time it seems to be very active, especially in the UK where Android users are being targeted by text messages containing a link to a particularly nasty piece of spyware called Flubot. DHL example.

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Apple Lockdown Mode helps protect users from spyware

Malwarebytes

This new feature is designed to provide a safer environment on iOS for people at high risk of what Apple refers to as “mercenary spyware.” ” This includes people like journalists and human rights advocates, who are often targeted by oppressive regimes using malware like NSO Groups’ Pegasus spyware.

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Solved: Subzero Spyware Secret — Austrian Firm Fingered

Security Boulevard

The post Solved: Subzero Spyware Secret — Austrian Firm Fingered appeared first on Security Boulevard. DSIRF GmbH codenamed ‘Knotweed’ by Microsoft and RiskIQ.

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