WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal clones and mods remain a popular vehicle for malware distribution. Don’t get taken for a ride. Mobile applications make the world go round. Instant communication services are among the most popular apps on iOS and Android alike – US non-profit operation Signal has an estimated 40 million users, with the figure rising to 700
When it comes to privacy, it remains complicated and near impossible for a consumer to make an informed decision. A presentation at DEF CON, 10 am on a Sunday morning in Las Vegas. My expectation was it would be poorly attended – I could not have been more wrong. A packed room greeted Dennis Giese,
In the digital graveyard, a new threat stirs: Out-of-support devices becoming thralls of malicious actors Outdated devices are often easy targets for attackers, especially if they have vulnerabilities that can be exploited and no patches are available due to their end-of-life status. Hacks of outdated or vulnerable devices are an issue, but why would anyone attempt
Sometimes there’s more than just an enticing product offer hiding behind an ad One thing is true: Malware developers are deeply invested in improving their malware and exploring different ways to compromise end users. Malware spreading through ads is nothing new; for a long time, cybercriminals have had their sights fixed on online advertising networks as a distribution
