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Disrupting BadBox: A Major Blow to Android Malware

The BadBox malware, a significant threat to Android devices, has been disrupted following a collaborative effort by cybersecurity experts. This malware, known as...

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YouTubers Coerced into Spreading Malware via Blackmail

A sophisticated malware campaign has been uncovered where cybercriminals are blackmailing YouTube creators into distributing malware by threatening them with channel takedowns over...

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QR Phishing: How Scammers Use QR Codes and How to Defend Yourself

QR codes have become ubiquitous, offering a convenient way to access websites, payment platforms, and digital information with a simple scan. However, their...

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Signal Stands Firm: No Encryption Backdoors in UK or Sweden

Signal, a leading encrypted messaging app, has reaffirmed its commitment to user privacy by stating it will exit markets where governments demand encryption...

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Investigation Underway: Chinese Hackers Suspected in Belgian Intelligence Breach

The Belgian federal prosecutor’s office is currently investigating a significant data breach at the State Security Service (VSSE), with suspicions pointing towards Chinese...

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New Scam Targets Businesses with Fake Cybersecurity Audits

Businesses are being cautioned about a new scam where malicious hackers pose as cybersecurity auditors to gain unauthorized access to company networks. This...

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The Escalating Cyber Threat: 25 New Malware Variants Every Hour in 2024

In 2024, the cybersecurity landscape witnessed a significant escalation in threats, with over 25 new malware variants emerging every hour. This rapid proliferation...

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Russia’s LANIT Group Faces Cyberattack, Potential Impact on Financial Institutions

In a significant cybersecurity incident, two major Russian IT companies, LANTER and LAN ATMservice, have been targeted in a cyberattack. Both companies are...

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Over 35,000 Websites Hijacked in Massive Scam Redirecting Users to Gambling Sites

Cybersecurity experts have issued a warning after a major hacking campaign compromised more than 35,000 websites, redirecting users to malicious gambling platforms or...

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Apple forced to kill popular security feature in the UK — here’s what’s happening

Apple has announced that it will disable its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature for new users in the United Kingdom, and existing users...