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After 35 Years Fighting Hackers, This Cybersecurity Legend Is Now Hacking Drones
Veteran cybersecurity expert Mikko Hypponen has moved from fighting malware to countering drone threats, citing rising risks highlighted by modern warfare and evolving technology.
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FBI Warns Iranian Hackers Using Telegram In Dangerous Malware Attacks
The FBI has warned that Iranian hackers are using Telegram-based malware to spy on global targets, including journalists and dissidents, by gaining remote access to their devices.
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Millions Of Apple iPhone Users At Risk Of Hacking From 'Darksword' Spyware Tool
Researchers at Google and security firms iVerify and Lookout highlighted the discovery of a sophisticated iPhone hacking malware named 'Darksword'.
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Google Announces New Sideloading Rules for Android With Developer Verification, Security Delay
Google on Thursday announced its new sideloading flow for Android devices, aimed at curbing malware across its ecosystem. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the changes include stricter controls on app sideloading, requiring developers to verify their identity before distributing apps outside the Play Store. In addition, Google is adding an...
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Delhi Police Cautions People Against Cyber Fraud Amid LPG Shortage
The Delhi Police has cautioned citizens against clicking on suspicious links or trusting calls from unknown numbers claiming to be from gas agencies, warning that cyber fraudsters may exploit the ongoing panic over LPG availability.
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Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Cyberattack On US Medical Giant Stryker
An Iran-linked hacking group claimed responsibility Wednesday for a cyberattack on US medical technology giant Stryker, saying it had extracted 50 terabytes of data in retaliation for military strikes on Iran.
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Gallium: Chinese Spy Network That Operated In 42 Countries Exposed By Google
Google prevented a Chinese-linked hacking group attempting to infiltrate telecom and government organisations across at least 42 countries, the tech giant claimed Wednesday.
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Google Blocked 266 Million Risky App Installs, Prevented 1.75 Million Policy-Violating Apps in 2025
Google on Thursday detailed its new enforcement measures to keep the Android ecosystem secure in 2025. In its annual security update, the Mountain View-based tech giant highlighted how it strengthened protections across Google Play, while blocking millions of harmful apps that could’ve spread malware, financial fraud, hidden subscriptions, and pr...
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Hackers Use ClickFix Scam to Target Crypto Executive via Fake Zoom Meetings
Google-owned Mandiant Cybersecurity Consulting firm has published a report detailing the modus operandi of the North Korea-based UNC1069 threat actors, who specifically target entities in the cryptocurrency and decentralised finance industry. The hackers take out ClickFix scams using social engineering tactics. A victim is first contacted via Teleg...
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After 35 Years Fighting Hackers, This Cybersecurity Legend Is Now Hacking Drones
Veteran cybersecurity expert Mikko Hypponen has moved from fighting malware to countering drone threats, citing rising risks highlighted by modern warfare and evolving technology.
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FBI Warns Iranian Hackers Using Telegram In Dangerous Malware Attacks
The FBI has warned that Iranian hackers are using Telegram-based malware to spy on global targets, including journalists and dissidents, by gaining remote access to their devices.
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Millions Of Apple iPhone Users At Risk Of Hacking From 'Darksword' Spyware Tool
Researchers at Google and security firms iVerify and Lookout highlighted the discovery of a sophisticated iPhone hacking malware named 'Darksword'.
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Google Announces New Sideloading Rules for Android With Developer Verification, Security Delay
Google on Thursday announced its new sideloading flow for Android devices, aimed at curbing malware across its ecosystem. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the changes include stricter controls on app sideloading, requiring developers to verify their identity before distributing apps outside the Play Store. In addition, Google is adding an...
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Delhi Police Cautions People Against Cyber Fraud Amid LPG Shortage
The Delhi Police has cautioned citizens against clicking on suspicious links or trusting calls from unknown numbers claiming to be from gas agencies, warning that cyber fraudsters may exploit the ongoing panic over LPG availability.
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Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Cyberattack On US Medical Giant Stryker
An Iran-linked hacking group claimed responsibility Wednesday for a cyberattack on US medical technology giant Stryker, saying it had extracted 50 terabytes of data in retaliation for military strikes on Iran.
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Gallium: Chinese Spy Network That Operated In 42 Countries Exposed By Google
Google prevented a Chinese-linked hacking group attempting to infiltrate telecom and government organisations across at least 42 countries, the tech giant claimed Wednesday.
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Google Blocked 266 Million Risky App Installs, Prevented 1.75 Million Policy-Violating Apps in 2025
Google on Thursday detailed its new enforcement measures to keep the Android ecosystem secure in 2025. In its annual security update, the Mountain View-based tech giant highlighted how it strengthened protections across Google Play, while blocking millions of harmful apps that could’ve spread malware, financial fraud, hidden subscriptions, and pr...
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Hackers Use ClickFix Scam to Target Crypto Executive via Fake Zoom Meetings
Google-owned Mandiant Cybersecurity Consulting firm has published a report detailing the modus operandi of the North Korea-based UNC1069 threat actors, who specifically target entities in the cryptocurrency and decentralised finance industry. The hackers take out ClickFix scams using social engineering tactics. A victim is first contacted via Teleg...
