Emerging Ransomware Targets Photos, Videos on Android Devices
The CryCryptor malware strain is a brand-new family of threats, leveraging COVID-19 to spread. Continue reading Emerging Ransomware Targets Photos, Videos on Android Devices
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More ad fraud apps found hiding on Google Play Store
Fraudulent Android app developers have been discovered trying to manipulate Google’s Play Store security by removing suspicious code before adding it back in to see what trips detection systems. Continue reading More ad fraud apps found hiding on Google Play Store
The FBI expects a surge of mobile banking threats
The increased use of mobile banking apps due to the COVID-19 pandemic is sure to be followed by an increased prevalence of mobile banking threats: fake banking apps and banking Trojans disguised as those apps, the FBI has warned. The problem The pandem… Continue reading The FBI expects a surge of mobile banking threats
Researchers spot 24,000 Android Apps Leaking User Data
Comparitech researchers led by cybersecurity expert Bob Diachenko have revealed that 24,000 Android Apps expose user information through misconfigurations on Google Firebase, a popular development platform used by roughly 30% of apps on the Google Play… Continue reading Researchers spot 24,000 Android Apps Leaking User Data
Google Android RCE Bug Allows Attacker Full Device Access
The vulnerability is one of 39 affecting various aspects of the mobile OS that the company fixed in a security update this week. Continue reading Google Android RCE Bug Allows Attacker Full Device Access
News Wrap: Microsoft Sway Phish, Malicious GIF and Spyware Attacks
Threatpost editors discuss a phishing attack abusing Microsoft Sway, a Microsoft Teams flaw and an Android spyware campaign unearthed this week. Continue reading News Wrap: Microsoft Sway Phish, Malicious GIF and Spyware Attacks
Sophisticated Android Spyware Attack Spreads via Google Play
The PhantomLance espionage campaign is targeting specific victims, mainly in Southeast Asia — and could be the work of the OceanLotus APT. Continue reading Sophisticated Android Spyware Attack Spreads via Google Play
Google declares war on Android fleeceware scamming users through sneaky subscriptions
The Google Play Store has announced new policies that aim to kick out “free trial” Android apps that you use underhand techniques to trick unsuspecting users into signing-up for expensive subscriptions.
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Android Enterprise Adds Flexibility But Still Calls for UEM Solutions
Android Enterprise simplifies device management and concretizes work and personal usage, but does not bring security to the legacy framework. Implementing a strong UEM solution can fill in the gaps.
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Official Government COVID-19 Mobile Apps Hide a Raft of Threats
Android apps launched for citizens in Iran, Colombia and Italy offer cyberattackers new attack vectors. Continue reading Official Government COVID-19 Mobile Apps Hide a Raft of Threats