spyware
Uncovered sophisticated spyware forces an iOS update
A secretive, unique and ultimately powerful piece of malware designed to spy on a targets’ iPhone was found lurking on the digital communications of a prominent, Middle Eastern human rights activist, according to Citizen Lab who conducted research alongside cybersecurity firm LookOut.
‘Ghoul’ malware targeting small and medium sized industrial businesses
Security researchers have identified a hacking group targeting small- and mid-sized industrial manufacturers in more than 30 countries, apparently to drain their bank accounts or steal their intellectual property.
Chinese web browser found beaconing back to Beijing
A Chinese-made internet browser, used by millions of web-surfers worldwide, is collecting sensitive data from its users and sending it back in an encrypted zip file disguised as an image, security researchers announced Thursday.