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Some URL shortener services distribute Android malware, including banking or SMS trojans
On iOS we have seen link shortener services pushing spam calendar files to victims’ devices.
Lukas Stefanko • 20 Jul 2021
Mobile Security
Take action now – FluBot malware may be on its way
Why FluBot is a major threat for Android users, how to avoid falling victim, and how to get rid of the malware if your device has already been compromised
Tony Anscombe • 17 May 2021
1 million risky apps rejected or removed from Apple's App Store in 2020
Apple also claims to have foiled US$1.5 billion worth of potentially fraudulent transactions
Amer Owaida • 12 May 2021
WhatsApp Pink: Watch out for this fake update
The malware sends automated replies to messages on WhatsApp and other major chat apps
Amer Owaida • 20 Apr 2021
Apple rushes to patch zero-day flaw in iOS, iPadOS
The bug is under active exploitation by unknown attackers and affects a wide range of devices, including iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches
Amer Owaida • 29 Mar 2021
Beware of Android trojan posing as Clubhouse app
The malware can grab login credentials for more than 450 apps and bypass SMS-based two-factor authentication
Amer Owaida • 18 Mar 2021
Google’s Password Checkup tool rolling out to Android devices
People who use devices running Android 9 or newer will be alerted if their login credentials have been stolen
Amer Owaida • 24 Feb 2021
Apple patches three iOS zero-days under attack
The company emits emergency updates to fix bugs affecting devices ranging from iPhones to Apple Watches
Amer Owaida • 27 Jan 2021
Wormable Android malware spreads via WhatsApp messages
“Download This application and Win Mobile Phone”, reads the message attempting to trick users into downloading a fake Huawei app
Amer Owaida • 26 Jan 2021
