Tag: android
-
Popular game script spoofed to infect thousands of game developers
A malware loader, now named GodLoader, has been observed to be using Godot, a free and open-source game engine, as its runtime to execute malicious codes and has dropped known malware on at least 17,000 machines.Unaware users of the engine, which helps create 2D and 3D games and deploy them across various platforms including Windows,…
-
Google Restore Credentials: Smartphone-Wechsel leicht gemacht
Google revolutioniert mit “Restore Credentials” das Android-Erlebnis beim Wechsel auf ein neues Smartphone. First seen on tarnkappe.info Jump to article: tarnkappe.info/artikel/smartphones/google-restore-credentials-smartphone-wechsel-leicht-gemacht-304791.html
-
Android Trojan that intercepts voice calls to banks just got more stealthy
FakeCall malware can reroute calls intended for banks to attacker-controlled numbers. First seen on arstechnica.com Jump to article: arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/10/android-trojan-that-intercepts-voice-calls-to-banks-just-got-more-stealthy/
-
Android 15’s security and privacy features are the update’s highlight
New tools aim at phone snatchers, snooping kids or partners, and cell hijackers. First seen on arstechnica.com Jump to article: arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/10/android-15s-security-and-privacy-features-are-the-updates-highlight/
-
Google’s New Restore Credentials Tool Simplifies App Login After Android Migration
Google has introduced a new feature called Restore Credentials to help users restore their account access to third-party apps securely after migrating to a new Android device.Part of Android’s Credential Manager API, the feature aims to reduce the hassle of re-entering the login credentials for every app during the handset replacement.”With Restore Credentials, apps can…
-
DOJ Asks Google to Sell $20 Billion Worth Chrome to End Monopoly
In a dramatic escalation of its antitrust lawsuit against Google, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has proposed sweeping changes to the tech giant’s operations, including the forced sale of its Chrome browser and potentially its Android operating system. The proposal, which aims to address concerns over Google’s dominance in search distribution, has sparked sharp…
-
Privacy-focused mobile phone launches for high-risk individuals
The mobile company Cape’s Android-based phone complies with U.S. law but claims to offer a higher degree of privacy for users. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/cape-phone-privacy-calea-tracking/
-
Criminals ‘Ghost Tap’ NFC for Payment Cash-Out Attacks
Tactic Uses Stolen Cards Added to Apple Pay and Google Pay Digital Wallets. Criminals have been caught tapping a new type of relay attack to cash-out stolen payment cards added to legitimate digital wallets. These criminals use money mules who carry an Android device able to capture and relay NFC communications used by ATMs to…
-
Open-source and free Android password managers that prioritize your privacy
We’re often told to use strong, unique passwords, especially for important accounts like email, banking, and social media. However, managing different passwords for numerous … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/11/19/open-source-free-android-password-managers/
-
Millions of Android and iOS users at risk from hardcoded creds in popular apps
First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/10/23/android_ios_security/
-
Swiss Cyber Agency Warns of QR Code Malware in Mail Scam
Switzerland’s National Cyber Security Centre has warned of a new QR code scam in fake MeteoSwiss letters spreading Android malware First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/swiss-cyberagency-qr-code-mail-scam/
-
Gmail’s New Shielded Email Feature Lets Users Create Aliases for Email Privacy
Google appears to be readying a new feature called Shielded Email that allows users to create email aliases when signing up for online services and better combat spam.The feature was first reported by Android Authority last week following a teardown of the latest version of Google Play Services for Android.The idea is to create unique,…
-
(g+) Thunderbird für Android und Fairemail: Sicheres und werbefreies Mailen
E-Mail-Clients auf dem Smartphone sind meist Datenstaubsauger und blenden häufig Werbung ein. Das wollen die freien E-Mail-Clients Fair Email und Thun… First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/thunderbird-fuer-android-und-fairemail-sicheres-und-werbefreies-mailen-2411-190454.html
-
TrickMo: Android-Trojaner nimmt auch deutsche Nutzer ins Visier
Tags: androidFirst seen on tarnkappe.info Jump to article: tarnkappe.info/artikel/smartphones/trickmo-android-trojaner-nimmt-auch-deutsche-nutzer-ins-visier-302836.html
-
In Other News: TSA Wants New Cyber Rules, Scam Call Detection in Android, SIM Swappers Arrested
Noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: TSA proposes new cyber rules for pipelines and railroads, Google adds scam call detection to Android, SIM swappers arrested in US. The post In Other News: TSA Wants New Cyber Rules, Scam Call Detection in Android, SIM Swappers Arrested appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on…
-
Cyber crooks push Android malware via letter
Cyber crooks are trying out an interesting new approach for getting information-stealing malware installed on Android users’ smartphones: a physical letter impersonating … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/11/15/android-malware-via-letter/
-
Sicherheitsfunktionen: Android soll Scam-Anrufe und Malware-Apps besser erkennen
Neue Sicherheitsmechanismen sollen Besitzer von Androidgeräten noch effektiver vor Betrügern schützen. Das gilt vorerst aber nur für die Pixel-Reihe. First seen on heise.de Jump to article: www.heise.de/news/Sicherheitsfunktionen-Android-soll-Scam-Anrufe-und-Malware-Apps-besser-erkennen-10036429.html
-
Zero-Day-Schwachstellen gefunden – Erneuter Fehler in Googles Android-Framework
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/google-warnung-sicherheitsluecke-android-framework-a-347b05adfbcffd4c0b146d9addc28cf3/
-
New Android Banking Malware ‘ToxicPanda’ Targets Users with Fraudulent Money Transfers
Over 1,500 Android devices have been infected by a new strain of Android banking malware called ToxicPanda that allows threat actors to conduct fraudu… First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article: thehackernews.com/2024/11/new-android-banking-malware-toxicpanda.html
-
These 8 Apps on Google Play Store Contain Android/FakeApp Trojan
Eight Android apps on the Google Play Store, downloaded by millions, contain the Android.FakeApp trojan, stealing user data… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/google-play-store-apps-android-fakeapp-trojan/
-
Google launches on-device AI to alert Android users of scam calls in real-time
Google has announced new security features for Android that provide real-time protection against scams and harmful apps. These features, powered by advanced on-device AI, … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/11/14/android-scam-detection/
-
Google Warns of Actively Exploited CVE-2024-43093 Vulnerability in Android System
Google has warned that a security flaw impacting its Android operating system has come under active exploitation in the wild.The vulnerability, tracke… First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article: thehackernews.com/2024/11/google-warns-of-actively-exploited-cve.html
-
Google Unveils New Intelligent, Real-Time Protections for Android Users
Google has once again raised the bar for mobile security by introducing two new AI-powered real-time protection features for Android users. With a strong commitment to user privacy and safety, these innovative tools aim to shield users from scams, fraud, malware, and dangerous apps, all while ensuring that users remain in control of their data.…
-
Fakecall: Android-Malware leitet Bankanrufe heimlich an Betrüger um
First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/fakecall-android-malware-leitet-bankanrufe-heimlich-an-betrueger-um-2410-190347.html
-
Android Botnet ‘ToxicPanda’ Bashes Banks Across Europe, Latin America
Chinese-speaking adversaries are using a fresh Android banking Trojan to take over devices and initiate fraudulent money transfers from financial inst… First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/application-security/android-botnet-toxicpanda-bashes-banks-europe-latin-america
-
Voice Phishing: Diese Android-Malware lässt dich mit Hackern telefonieren
First seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/voice-phishing-diese-android-malware-laesst-dich-mit-hackern-telefonieren-1654910/
-
New FakeCall Malware Variant Hijacks Android Devices for Fraudulent Banking Calls
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new version of a well-known Android malware family dubbed FakeCall that employs voice phishing (aka vishin… First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article: thehackernews.com/2024/11/new-fakecall-malware-variant-hijacks.html
-
Android-Patchday: Updates stopfen zwei angegriffene Sicherheitslücken
First seen on heise.de Jump to article: www.heise.de/news/Android-Patchday-Updates-stopfen-zwei-angegriffene-Sicherheitsluecken-10004666.html
-
SpyNote Malware Targets Android Antivirus Users
Malware Spotted Masquerading as Avast Antivirus. Android Spynote malware is masquerading as antivirus software to exploit Android processes to infiltrate devices, seize control and steal sensitive information from unsuspecting users. A report from Cyfirma shows the malware disguising itself as Avast Mobile Security in a recent campaign. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/spynote-malware-targets-android-antivirus-users-a-26797