Symantec warns of new spam campaign designed to feed on people’s fear of terrorism. Symantec’s Lionel Payet has written a blog post for the company, warning that a new wave…
Day: November 20, 2015
Android malware found which doesn't require user permission to install
Even factory reset cannot smite the foulness that is Shedun. Android’s accessibility service grants god-mode p0wn power Team Register Michael Bentley of security-through-analytics outfit Lookout has found android malware that…
Android malware found which doesn't require user permission to install
Even factory reset cannot smite the foulness that is Shedun. Android’s accessibility service grants god-mode p0wn power Team Register Michael Bentley of security-through-analytics outfit Lookout has found android malware that…
Telegram app cracks down on IS propaganda channels
Berlin-based Telegram said it had shut down 78 IS channels. The secure mobile messaging app Telegram has started cracking down on propaganda from so-called Islamic State group (IS), nearly eight…
Q3 Sees 21 Million New Malware Samples
In the third quarter trojans were even more prolific, accounting for nearly 78% of all malware. Phil Muncaster July to September saw 21 million new threats emerge globally, bucking the…
Tech trade group objects to weakening smartphone encryption
ITIC represents Apple, Google and others now using encryption. By Matt Hamblen The Information Technology Industry Council (ITIC) on Thursday objected to weakening encryption used on smartphones, even as some…