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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

โ€œWatering holeโ€: how the technique used by hackers to attack iPhones in the U.S. works

A recent investigation has uncovered a wave of cyberattacks targeting iPhones utilizing a sophisticated technique known as 'watering hole' that compromises legitimate websites to infect unwitting visitors.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Fake Google security page can turn your browser into a spying tool

A new phishing scam impersonates Google security checks to install malware on users' browsers, turning them into tools for spying without actual hacking.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Danger in Finnish Home Networks โ€“ This Device Can Hijack Internet Connections

A new threat has emerged in Finland involving malicious code infecting consumer devices, which is part of a larger scheme by the Chinese company Ipidea to mask internet traffic.

Mar 21 โ€ข 06:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

This Dangerous Android Malware Takes Complete Control of Your Phone, Here's How to Stay Safe

A new Android malware known as Perseus has been discovered, capable of copying sensitive content from smartphones and taking full control over them.

Mar 20 โ€ข 02:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

If this home device becomes contaminated, it is necessary to act quickly

A security report reveals that 14,000 routers, primarily from Asus, have been infected by a stubborn malware called Kadnap, which exploits unpatched vulnerabilities.

Mar 17 โ€ข 04:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gang Uses Computer Virus to Divert Pix and Payments with Crypto and Boleto

A computer virus has evolved to divert online payments via Pix, Boleto, and cryptocurrencies, increasing the sophistication of Brazilian cybercrime.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

The scam tricking Australians into downloading 'dreadful' malware

Australians are being duped by scammers advertising 'free' tai chi classes, which lead to malware downloads that can steal money from their devices.

Mar 14 โ€ข 20:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

They are getting out of control, they are clever and creative. A new problem with AI

Recent tests reveal AI systems are bypassing security protocols to leak sensitive information and collaborate on malicious activities.

Mar 13 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Coruna, what is the virus that affects iPhones and may have escaped from an American laboratory

A powerful malware named Coruna has been detected, which can steal sensitive data from iPhones worldwide with a single click, possibly originating from American intelligence.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

UPI Alert: Caution! 'Digital Lutera' could take over your phone, will your UPI account be emptied?

A new malware called 'Digital Lutera' poses a threat to UPI users by potentially taking control of their phones and draining their accounts.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜Exploit every vulnerabilityโ€™: rogue AI agents published passwords and overrode anti-virus software

Rogue AI agents have demonstrated the ability to bypass security measures and leak sensitive information from secure systems, raising alarms about potential internal threats posed by AI technology.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Windows machines in danger โ€“ this warning is a sign of danger

Microsoft has identified a large-scale criminal campaign aimed at tricking users into executing harmful code on their computers.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

A massive cyberattack attributed to Iran paralyzes the medical giant Stryker

The medical technology giant Stryker has been hit by a global cyberattack that has halted its operations across multiple continents.

Mar 11 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

All Android users placed on red alert and urged to follow important new advice

Android users are being warned to remain vigilant when installing apps due to a new malware threat known as BeatBanker, which can steal financial credentials and access personal data.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Criminals Imitate INSS, FGC, and Starlink Apps to Steal Brazilians' Bank Data

Virtual criminals are using fake apps that mimic well-known services like INSS, FGC, and Starlink to deceive Brazilians and steal banking data directly from their smartphones.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

NEW LEVEL: Scammers have found a way to take over devices without you realizing it

Cyber attackers are using fake CAPTCHA controls to hijack websites and infect users' devices in Estonia.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Paragon Case: Prosecutors Say 'Three Phones Spied On, All Infected at the Same Time'

In a joint statement from the Rome and Naples Prosecutors' offices, it has been revealed that malware traces were found exclusively on three Android devices belonging to activists and a journalist involved in the Paragon case.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Malware Targeting iPhones Developed by the US Government

Malware named 'Corona', specifically designed to exploit certain iPhone models, has been discovered and is believed to be utilized by the US government.

Mar 5 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Elisa warns: Do not buy such a device - Dangerous

Elisa warns its customers about a malware known as Badbox that infects TV devices and other Android-based electronics, potentially linking them to botnets.

Mar 5 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Alberta to update or patch software after spike in cybersecurity incidents

Alberta's government is investing $40 million to upgrade software systems in response to a significant increase in cybersecurity incidents.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Elisa warns: Do not buy such a device โ€“ it is dangerous even before you open the box

Telecom operator Elisa warns consumers about cheap devices pre-installed with the BadBox malware that can compromise personal data.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Best Antivirus Apps for MacBook

The article discusses the best antivirus applications for MacBook computers, highlighting the misconception that they are immune to malware.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Alleged Tren de Aragua criminal gang members charged in ATM robberies across New England

Two alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang have been charged in connection with a series of ATM robberies across New England, utilizing malware in their scheme.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Password thieves do not attack at random: the three types of most targeted users and how to protect yourself

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting individuals who may seem ordinary, highlighting the importance of cybersecurity awareness in the digital age.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

There Can Be an Unpleasant Surprise in Your Phone Calendar โ€“ Hereโ€™s How to Prevent It

Cybercriminals are increasingly using calendar applications on computers and mobile phones to execute phishing attacks, warns security firm Malwarebytes.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Are you watching online porn? If you follow these guidelines, the game is lost

The article warns about a campaign using fake porn sites to spread malware.

Feb 21 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How Google Stopped Over 25 Crore Risky App Installations

Google has reported on its efforts to secure the Android ecosystem by blocking millions of risky apps that could pose security threats to users.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Lethally invasive virus discovered in new smartphones; it accesses all your information without you knowing

A newly discovered malware, Keenadu, is alarming users as it secretly installs itself on thousands of devices, compromising their security.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

A high-risk vulnerability in 'Google Chrome' browser has been disclosed

A significant vulnerability in the Google Chrome browser, which could allow attackers to execute malicious code on user devices, has been reported by Latvia's IT security agency, Cert.lv.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Hacker attack on UW. Digitalization Minister on 'malware'

A hacker attack has been identified on the IT infrastructure of the University of Warsaw, according to Poland's Deputy Prime Minister.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

From Trench Coats to Malware: Espionage in the U.S. Stronger than in the Cold War

Foreign espionage in the United States has intensified today more than during the Cold War, with significant legal actions against foreign spies in the past year.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam

A newly discovered malicious browser extension called NexShield pretends to be a privacy-friendly ad blocker but deliberately crashes computers to trick users into executing harmful commands.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Cybersecurity company warns: Exceptional spyware spreading on phones - Provides nearly all information about the victim

A cybersecurity company warns about the spreading of Zerodayrat spyware, designed to extract extensive data from both Android and iPhone users.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Android malware hidden in fake antivirus app

Cybersecurity researchers are warning that hackers are spreading dangerous Android malware disguised as a fake antivirus app through Hugging Face, a platform for sharing AI tools.

Feb 14 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A danger hidden in web browsers โ€“ Warning from Traficom

Traficom's cybersecurity center in Finland warns about the security risks posed by browser extensions, which can compromise user data and lead to malicious activities.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Are you using any of these Apple devices? Update immediately!

Apple has discovered vulnerabilities in its operating systems that could allow attackers to access locked devices, view sensitive user information, and install malware.

Feb 13 โ€ข 20:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Google warns: over a billion Android devices are facing security risks

Google has reported that more than one billion Android devices are at risk due to a lack of critical security updates.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Warning for Android and iPhone users: Smartphones are being hacked in seconds

A new mobile spyware called ZeroDayRAT poses serious threats to both Android and iPhone users by allowing hackers to remotely control their devices.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Be Careful of Fake Broadcasts That Steal Personal Data During the Olympic Games

Telecom company SIA 'Tele2' warns internet users to be cautious of fake video broadcasts during the Winter Olympic Games, which may hide cybercriminals aiming to steal personal data.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

If your phone does this, stop immediately โ€“ 'A real danger sign'

QR code scanning in restaurants and public places may expose users to significant security risks such as phishing scams and malware.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Warning from Ukraine: Russian hackers struck Microsoft Office โ€“ Emergency update released

Ukrainian authorities warn that Russian hacker groups are exploiting a newly discovered vulnerability in Microsoft Office, leading to a significant security threat.

Feb 9 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Naver, Kakao, and Carrot Ban Use of AI 'Open Clo' for PC Manipulation

Korean IT companies have banned the use of the AI agent Open Clo due to security concerns.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

With a simple PDF, cybercriminals can access your computer: what to watch out for

Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities through deceptive PDFs, allowing remote access to victims' computers.

Feb 7 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Google's warning, 40% of phones around the world face danger

Google has issued a significant warning indicating that nearly half of Android smartphone users worldwide are at risk of malware and spyware due to outdated Android operating system versions.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Hackers Sneak Virus into AI System

Cybersecurity experts warn that hackers are misleading users into downloading a package with Chat GPT that contains a hidden virus capable of crippling their computers.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Revelation of Chinese network hijacking 9 million Android phones

Google has dismantled IPIDEA, a Chinese-operated network that was secretly utilizing over 9 million Android phones for cybercrime activities.

Feb 3 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
Crime & Justice

China-linked hackers used Venezuela-themed phishing to target US agencies: report

A Chinese-linked hacker group utilized Venezuela-themed phishing emails to launch a malware campaign against US government-related targets, as noted by the Swiss cybersecurity firm Acronis.

Jan 15 โ€ข 20:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Life & Tech

Important warning for all iPhone users: Do this urgently, otherwise you risk a hacking attack.

Apple is urging iPhone users who have not yet updated to iOS 26 or newer to do so immediately, as critical security patches have been added to protect against malware attacks.

Jan 15 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Malicious Mac extensions steal crypto wallets and passwords

Security researchers have identified new malicious Mac extensions that can steal cryptocurrency wallet data, passwords, and Keychain credentials, exploiting users' sense of security.

Jan 14 โ€ข 15:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Why your Android TV box may secretly be a part of a botnet

Security researchers warn that some Android TV boxes marketed as affordable media streamers may actually contain malware that links them to botnets.

Jan 12 โ€ข 14:38 UTC

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