Spyware

Millions Infected By Spyware Versions Of Telegram, Signal On Google Play

According to the cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, these bogus apps include nefarious features that capture and send names, user IDs, contacts, phone numbers, and chat messages to an actor-controlled server.

Sep 11, 2023, 15:29 PM IST

Amid Pegasus scare, Google discovers new commercial spyware that exploits Chrome, Firefox vulnerabilities

Google, Microsoft and Mozilla fixed the affected vulnerabilities in 2021 and early 2022.

Dec 03, 2022, 15:01 PM IST

Apple launches 'Lockdown' feature to protect users against high-level cyber attacks

Apple launches the 'Lockdown' feature, which is claimed to safeguard selective users from the most sophisticated cyber-attacks.

Jul 07, 2022, 12:30 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh government using spyware in ‘interest of state’, not to snoop on Opposition, says YSR Congress

The ruling YSR Congress MLA and spokesman G Amarnath revealed that the Jagan Mohan Reddy government has been using the spyware but only for the purposes of state security and not for any political means. 

Mar 22, 2022, 22:01 PM IST

Apple sues Israeli spyware firm for targeting its users

 The iPhone maker said it is also seeking to ban NSO Group from using any Apple software, services or devices to prevent further abuse

Nov 24, 2021, 00:04 AM IST

India 6th most affected country by ransomware in list of 140 countries: Google

Israel was far and away an outlier, with the highest number of submissions and nearly a 600 per cent increase in the number of submissions compared to its baseline.

Oct 15, 2021, 16:56 PM IST

DNA: Modi government has been accused of spying whom?

Parliament's monsoon session on Monday began with an uproar over the Pegasus spyware issue as several opposition leaders targeted the Center based on reports that spyware was used to hack the phones of several prominent journalists and politicians in India. Know the complete news.

Jul 20, 2021, 00:48 AM IST

9 malicious apps you must close immediately for safer financial transactions

The malware family allows the attacker to obtain access to victims’ financial accounts and take full control of their mobile phone. Google has meanwhile removed the apps from the Play store after being notified by Check Point Software.

Mar 16, 2021, 11:21 AM IST

Android malware alert! Remove these 17 apps infected with Joker from your smartphone

Check names of the infected apps discovered on the Google Play store.

Oct 05, 2020, 13:00 PM IST

Android user alert! 6 malicious apps infected with Joker malware removed from Google play store

These infected applications on Google Play account for nearly 200.000 installs.

Sep 07, 2020, 18:00 PM IST

Beware Android users! These 23 Apps may expose you to scam – Check out complete list

A new research found that these apps contain dangerous ‘fleeceware’ and could syphon off thousands from you.

Aug 25, 2020, 16:28 PM IST

Ransomware attacks up in India as firms turn digital: Report

The report from Global cyber security major K7 Computing also found that Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad recorded the highest rate of infections amongst Tier-I cities.

Jul 22, 2020, 17:14 PM IST

What is Joker malware on Android smartphone and how does it infect apps? All you want to know

The Joker seems to be back on Google, attacking Android smartphone users. 

Jul 20, 2020, 17:35 PM IST

Quick Heal blocked over 1 billion threats targeting Indian consumers

West Bengal, Karnataka, and Gujarat rounded off the top five states with the most threat detections.

Jul 14, 2020, 12:28 PM IST

Joker malware attacks Android smartphone users again – These 11 malware apps are infecting Google Play Store

Highlighted by Check Point, their researchers recently discovered a new variant of the Joker Dropper and Premium Dialer spyware in Google Play.

Jul 10, 2020, 14:41 PM IST

Electric equipment imported from China to be tested for malware

The decision falls in line with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision, that aims to promote domestic manufacturing and reduce import content in large infrastructure projects.

Jun 24, 2020, 13:05 PM IST

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Nov 05, 2019, 22:08 PM IST

DNA analysis of big revelation on 'WhatsApp Spying'

Watch DNA analysis of big revelation on 'WhatsApp Spying' with Sudhir Chaudhary. #DNA #SudhirChaudhary

Nov 04, 2019, 23:02 PM IST

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Nov 04, 2019, 22:18 PM IST

Where are the characters of 'WhatsApp Spying Scandal'? | World Exclusive

Where are the characters of 'WhatsApp Spying Scandal'? To know in detail, Watch this World Exclusive Report by Zee News' companion channel WION.

Nov 04, 2019, 21:00 PM IST