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Apple and Google join forces to stop unwanted tracking

Malwarebytes

Apple’s first step to discourage unwanted tracking was the “Tracking Notifications” option in the Find My app. Bluetooth tag manufacturers including Chipolo, eufy, Jio, Motorola, and Pebblebee have all said that future tags will be compatible. This feature is available on iOS or iPadOS 14.5

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China-linked threat actors are targeting the government of Ukraine

Security Affairs

Google’s TAG team revealed that China-linked APT groups are targeting Ukraine’s government for intelligence purposes. Below is the tweet published by TAG chief, Shane Huntley, who cited the Google TAG Security Engineer Billy Leonard. ” wrote Leonard. link] — Shane Huntley (@ShaneHuntley) March 15, 2022.

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How we built the new Find My Device network with user security and privacy in mind

Google Security

The keys themselves have no location capabilities, but they may have a Bluetooth tag attached. Nearby Android devices participating in the Find My Device network report the location of the Bluetooth tag. Only the Bluetooth tag owner (and those they’ve chosen to share access with) can decrypt and view the tag’s location.

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Google alerts over 50k users about State funded Cyber Attacks

CyberSecurity Insiders

Ajax Bash, the Security Engineer of Google Threat Analysis Group (TAG) endorsed the statement and attributed a large global campaign to a group of threat actors belonging to Kremlin based Fancy Bear (APT28).

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Google takes on Docs notification spammers

Malwarebytes

In 2019, Google calendar users were wading through endless spam invites/event notifications when spammers worked out how to game the system. One such Google Docs revamp is the “tag tool” which fetches lists of recommended people. The post Google takes on Docs notification spammers appeared first on Malwarebytes Labs.

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AirTag stalking: What is it, and how can I avoid it?

Malwarebytes

Most recently, it’s reported that Ohio has proposed a new bill in relation to electronic tagging devices. She only became aware of what was happening because her phone alerted her to the tag’s presence. Smart stalkers will place tags on items or in places victims won’t suspect.

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Google TAG details cyber activity with regard to the invasion of Ukraine

Security Affairs

The Google TAG uses uncovered phishing attacks targeting Eastern European and NATO countries, including Ukraine. “ However, for the first time, TAG has observed COLDRIVER campaigns targeting the military of multiple Eastern European countries, as well as a NATO Centre of Excellence.” In one case observed by the TAG team.