Left unpatched, the vulnerability could expose almost all Android users to the risk of having their personal data intercepted by attackers

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A hack-and-extort campaign takes aim at poorly secured databases replete with customer information that can be exploited for further attacks

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Turla has updated its ComRAT backdoor and now uses the Gmail web interface for Command and Control

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Has the landmark law helped build a culture of privacy in organizations and have consumers become more wary of sharing their personal data?

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ESET research into Winnti Group’s new backdoor – A dangerous Android app under the microscope – The BIAS Bluetooth bug

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ESET researchers detect a new way of misusing Accessibility Service, the Achilles’ heel of Android security

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Here’s how encryption can help keep your data safe from prying eyes – even if your device is stolen or your cloud account is hacked

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New features include DNS over HTTPS, a Safety Check section and simpler cookie management

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The notorious APT group continues to play the video game industry with yet another backdoor

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In the rush to embrace IoT devices, we shouldn’t trade in our privacy and security for the added convenience

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