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New LianSpy malware hides by blocking Android security feature
A previously undocumented Android malware named ‘LightSpy’ has been discovered targeting Russian users, posing on phones as an Alipay app or a system service to evade detection. Analysis shows that LianSpy has been actively targeting Android users since July 2021, but its extensive stealth capabilities helped it remain undetected for over three years. Kaspersky researchers […]
Google fixes Android kernel zero-day exploited in targeted attacks
Android security updates this month patch 46 vulnerabilities, including a high-severity remote code execution (RCE) exploited in targeted attacks. The zero-day, tracked as CVE-2024-36971, is a use after free (UAF) weakness in the Linux kernel’s network route management. It requires System execution privileges for successful exploitation and allows altering the behavior of certain network connections. Google says that “there […]
Massive SMS stealer campaign infects Android devices in 113 countries
A malicious campaign targeting Android devices worldwide utilizes thousands of Telegram bots to infect devices with SMS-stealing malware and steal one-time 2FA passwords (OTPs) for over 600 services. Zimperium researchers discovered the operation and have been tracking it since February 2022. They report finding at least 107,000 distinct malware samples associated with the campaign. The cybercriminals are motivated […]
New Android malware wipes your device after draining bank accounts
A new Android malware that researchers call ‘BingoMod’ can wipe devices after successfully stealing money from the victims’ bank accounts using the on-device fraud technique. Promoted through text messages, the malware poses as a legitimate mobile security tool and can steal up to 15,000 EUR per transaction. According to researchers analyzing it, BingoMod is currently under […]
Android spyware ‘Mandrake’ hidden in apps on Google Play since 2022
A new version of the Android spyware ‘Mandrake’ has been found in five applications downloaded 32,000 times from Google Play, the platform’s official app store. Bitdefender first documented Mandrake in 2020, with the researchers highlighting the malware’s sophisticated spying capabilities and noting that it has operated in the wild since at least 2016. Kaspersky now reports that […]
Telegram zero-day allowed sending malicious Android APKs as videos
A Telegram for Android zero-day vulnerability dubbed ‘EvilVideo’ allowed attackers to send malicious Android APK payloads disguised as video files. A threat actor named ‘Ancryno’ first began selling the Telegram zero-day exploit on June 6, 2024, in a post on the Russian-speaking XSS hacking forum, stating the flaw existed in Telegram v10.14.4 and older. ESET […]
Top 10 Android Apps Not Available On Play Store
It’s no secret that the Google Play Store is the go-to place for Android users to install apps or games. While over 3.5 million apps are on the platform, some of the most amazing open-source apps aren’t available. Here are ten apps you should install right away! App Name Unique Feature Round Sync Merges multiple cloud storage […]
Top Xiaomi 14 Civi Alternatives: Superior Performance, Similar Price
Xiaomi 14 Civi was launched recently, focusing primarily on cameras. It’s a flagship smartphone from the Chinese brand powered by a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip. With the Xiaomi 14 Civi, the brand aims to capture the sub-Rs 50,000 category. No doubt, it’s a good smartphone at the price point. However, there are some great […]
Xiaomi officially starts testing Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0
Xiaomi has officially started testing HyperOS 2.0. New information spotted by the XiaomiTime team shows that HyperOS 2.0 is officially being tested. There have been some leaks about HyperOS 2.0 for a few weeks. But we weren’t sure if they were true. Now, the XiaomiTime team has found important information confirming that HyperOS 2.0 is officially being tested. […]
Best Sleep Tracker Apps Tested
A good night’s rest is important to one’s health, and here is the best app to help you catch those Zs. Many people are unaware of their sleep quality and duration. The CDC reports that 50-70 million Americans have chronic sleep disorders. Sleep-tracking apps can monitor sleep hours, quality, and more. While smartwatches often have these features, […]