Threat in your browser: what dangers innocent-looking extensions hold for users

In this research, we observed various types of threats that mimic useful web browser extensions, and the number of users attacked by them. Continue reading Threat in your browser: what dangers innocent-looking extensions hold for users

Apple unveils passkeys for passwordless authentication to apps and websites

At WWDC 2022, Apple has announced and previewed iOS 16 and iPad OS 16, macOS 13 (aka macOS Ventura), watchOS 9, their new M2 chips, new MacBook Air and Pro, as well as new tools, technologies, and APIs for developers focusing on Apple’s platforms… Continue reading Apple unveils passkeys for passwordless authentication to apps and websites

ChromeLoader Browser Malware Spreading Via Pirated Games and QR Codes

By Waqas
A new malvertising campaign has emerged in which ChromeLoader malware is being used to hijack browsers and steal…
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Apple fixes actively exploited iOS, macOS zero-day (CVE-2022-22620)

Another month, another zero-day (CVE-2022-22620) exploited in the wild that has been fixed by Apple. About CVE-2022-22620 CVE-2022-22620 is a use after free issue in WebKit, the browser engine used in Safari and all iOS web browsers. Apple fixed it in … Continue reading Apple fixes actively exploited iOS, macOS zero-day (CVE-2022-22620)

New DazzleSpy malware infects macOS devices through hacked websites

By Deeba Ahmed
Protesters in Hong Kong were tricked into visiting a compromised pro-democracy radio station website that delivered DazzleSpy malware…
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Bug in Safari browser leaks personal identifiers and browsing activity

By Deeba Ahmed
The bug affects the Safari 15 browser for Mac and all versions of Safari on iOS 15 and…
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