This week on the Lock and Code podcast, host David Ruiz shares three privacy rules for 2025, and they’re all about taking back control. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Three privacy rules for 2025…
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Texas scrutinizes four more car manufacturers on privacy issues
The Texas Attorney General has requested information of four more car manufacturers about their data handling. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Texas scrutinizes four more car manufacturers on privacy issues
Warning: Don’t sell or buy a second hand iPhone with TikTok already installed
iPhones are being offered for sale with TikTok installed after the US ban caused the app to disappear from the app stores. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Warning: Don’t sell or buy a second…
7-Zip bug could allow a bypass of a Windows security feature. Update now
A vulnerability in 7-Zip that could allow attackers to bypass the MotW security feature in Windows has been patched. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 7-Zip bug could allow a bypass of a Windows security…
AI tool GeoSpy analyzes images and identifies locations in seconds
Forget OSINT, AI-supported tool GeoSpy can determine a person’s location based on their surroundings in a picture. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI tool GeoSpy analyzes images and identifies locations in seconds
Your location or browsing habits could lead to price increases when buying online
Companies are showing customers different prices for the same goods and services based what data they have on them, including details like their precise location or browser history. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Your…
A week in security (January 13 – January 19)
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Last week on ThreatDown: Stay safe! This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 13 – January 19)
WhatsApp spear phishing campaign uses QR codes to add device
A cybercriminal campaign linked to Russia is deploying QR codes to access the WhatsApp accounts of high-profile targets like journalists, members… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: WhatsApp spear phishing campaign uses QR codes to…
Avery had credit card skimmer stuck on its site for months
Avery has confirmed its website was compromised by a credit card skimmer that potentially affected over 60,000 customers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Avery had credit card skimmer stuck on its site for months
PlugX malware deleted from thousands of systems by FBI
The FBI has announced it’s deleted PlugX malware from approximately 4,258 US-based computers and networks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: PlugX malware deleted from thousands of systems by FBI
The great Google Ads heist: criminals ransack advertiser accounts via fake Google ads
An ongoing malvertising campaign steals Google advertiser accounts via fraudulent ads for Google Ads itself. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The great Google Ads heist: criminals ransack advertiser accounts via fake Google ads
Insurance company accused of using secret software to illegally collect and sell location data on millions of Americans
An insurance company is accused of unlawfully collecting, using, and selling location data from millions of people’s cell phones. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Insurance company accused of using secret software to illegally collect…
The new rules for AI and encrypted messaging, with Mallory Knodel (Lock and Code S06E01)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Mallory Knodel about whether AI assistants are compatible with encrypted messaging apps. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The new rules for AI and…
iMessage text gets recipient to disable phishing protection so they can be phished
Smishing messages that come with instructions to bypass iMessage’s protection against links are on the rise This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: iMessage text gets recipient to disable phishing protection so they can be phished
A week in security (January 6 – January 12)
A list of topics we covered in the week of January 6 to January 12 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (January 6 – January 12)
BayMark Health Services sends breach notifications after ransomware attack
BayMark Health Services, Inc. notified an unknown number of patients that attackers stole their personal and health information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: BayMark Health Services sends breach notifications after ransomware attack
Google Chrome AI extensions deliver info-stealing malware in broad attack
At least 36 Google Chrome extensions for AI and VPN tools have begun delivering info-stealing malware in a widespread attack. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google Chrome AI extensions deliver info-stealing malware in broad…
Massive breach at location data seller: “Millions” of users affected
Data broker Gravy Analytics that collects location data and sells it to the US government has been breached. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Massive breach at location data seller: “Millions” of users affected
GroupGreeting e-card site attacked in “zqxq” campaign
This article was researched and written by Stefan Dasic, manager, research and response for ThreatDown, powered by Malwarebytes Malwarebytes recently uncovered… This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: GroupGreeting e-card site attacked in “zqxq” campaign
US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices is coming
The White House has launched the Cyber Trust Mark to assist consumers in their quest to buy cybersecure internet connected devices. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices…