Have this app on your Android? Get rid of it
Not every scammy app was designed that way by the developers. Hackers can target popular apps and inject them with malicious code. And it’s incredibly spooky when this happens to one with a ton of downloads.
When good apps break bad
The app iRecorder – Screen Recorder has more than 50,000 installs … now passes along a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) to users, Cybersecurity firm ESET says.
The original version of the app uploaded to the Google Play Store in 2021 was fine. But an August 2022 update added malware. Google has kicked it out, but make sure you delete it from your phone if it’s installed.
Recording more than just your screen
The malware-infected app can record audio, steal files from your phone and send them back to hackers’ servers. Yeesh. Imagine your photos, videos and docs being secretly passed along to criminals.
At least there’s this
If your phone runs Android 11 or up (it should … We’re currently on Android 13), there’s a feature working in the background called App hibernation. Any apps you haven’t opened in months essentially go dormant and all permissions are reset. OK, Google, I appreciate that one.
Before you sign a digital document in your email, read this
Be careful: That SVG file you just downloaded may be harboring a dangerous secret.
Cybercriminals are sending out emails masquerading as DocuSign notifications. Click and they may be able to steal your data using this new spin on one of the most commonly spoofed types of messages.
Using AI against us: Hackers can weaponize chatbots to write phishing campaigns
Artificial intelligence has received a lot of attention over the last few weeks. Several platforms have become viral hits for using AI to create art with a one-word prompt or transforming selfies into magical portraits.
Malware is hidden in these fake apps that impersonate the real versions
Malware comes in many different forms. But it always has the same objective. To rip you off.
If you think you have a device infected with malware, you must remove it ASAP. Tap or click here for steps to remove malware from your phone or computer. Better yet, we all need to take preventative measures to avoid malware before it’s too late.
Hundreds of national and local news sites hacked to push malware
If you’re online, you’re a target for hackers. Nobody is truly safe, but carelessness and lack of awareness make you more vulnerable to malware, hacks and scams.
Browsing websites and downloading files are part of the online experience, but you must be careful. How do you know what’s safe? Tap or click here for an online tool that checks websites and files for digital threats before opening them.
This screen-sharing scam can have devastating consequences
Hackers are always coming up with new ways to get your information. You may think you can spot a scam or hack at first glance, but don’t be so sure.
Cybercriminals can hide malicious code inside apps to steal data and take control of mobile phones. Security researchers recently uncovered an updated banking Trojan embedded in Android apps downloaded more than 50,000 times. Tap or click here for our report.
Watch out for Mac apps that trick you into paying for subscriptions
While it doesn’t happen often, malware and computer viruses can get onto Apple devices. It is a common misconception that iPhones, iPads or MacBooks are impervious to cyber attacks.
There are just more Windows computers and Android devices globally, making them more lucrative for criminals to target them with malware. There are also strict transparency regulations that developers must follow to have applications on Apple’s App Store. When something malicious pops up on Apple devices, it usually sounds an alarm.
Watch out for this malware that can hijack your email threads
New malware presents a headache for security researchers, as teams often rush to find ways to block them. This would involve reverse-engineering the malware to figure out how it works, its capabilities and dangers to the public.
QR code app caught hiding malware - Check your phone!
Malware is always problematic, but the worst kind of infection is those that steal your money and wipe your phone.
While new malware is constantly developing, security researchers closely watch for updated variants. Banking trojans like TeaBot can hide in any mobile app and wreak havoc with your finances.
Have an AirTag? Bad news: It can be hacked to steal your Apple account
Losing your stuff can be frustrating. You try to backtrack and still can’t find what you’re looking for. GPS trackers solve this problem by showing you the location of your things. Apple threw its hat in the ring by releasing AirTag trackers. Just attach one to your car keys, purse, TV remote or whatever you don’t want to lose.
Clubhouse for Android? No, it's a fake hiding malware
People seem to always want things they can’t have. It can be a dangerous way of thinking and can lead to unintended consequences. The latest example is the invite-only social media site Clubhouse. Tap or click here to see what Clubhouse is.