Tag: android

Threat Roundup: AI-Generated Malware, Corporate Breaches, and Android Lock Screen Bypass

This week saw significant corporate data breaches at Starbucks and Telus Digital, alongside the emergence of AI-generated Slopoly malware used in ransomware attacks. Critical vulnerabilities in Veeam backup software and an Android lock screen bypass vulnerability highlight ongoing infrastructure security challenges.

Mar 13, 2026BleepingComputer, Graham Cluley, Cisco Talos, Checkpoint Research, Malwarebytes Labs

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Trojanized Red Alert App Targets Israeli Users via Fake Government SMS

Researchers at Acronis uncovered a trojanized version of Israel's Red Alert rocket warning app being distributed through fake government SMS messages. The malware maintains full alert functionality while secretly harvesting GPS data, SMS messages, and contact lists from infected Android devices.

Mar 8, 2026Hackread

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Active Android Exploit, Government-Targeted Campaigns, and OAuth Abuse Highlight March Threat Landscape

Google disclosed active exploitation of a Qualcomm Android vulnerability while Microsoft warned of OAuth redirect campaigns targeting government entities. Meanwhile, SloppyLemming APT actors launched dual malware chains against Pakistan and Bangladesh governments.

Mar 3, 2026The Hacker News, Ars Technica Security, SANS ISC, MSRC Security Updates

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Data Breach Intelligence: New Mobile Surveillance Malware, Victim Notification Gaps, and 2026 Threat Evolution

A new malware-as-a-service called ZeroDayRAT claims comprehensive surveillance capabilities on Android and iOS devices. Security researcher Troy Hunt highlights ongoing issues with breach notification delays affecting victims.

Feb 24, 2026Hackread, Troy Hunt

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Malware Roundup: 651 Cybercriminals Arrested, New Android Banking Trojan, Critical CCTV Flaw

Major cybercrime arrests across Africa, new Android banking malware targeting Europe, critical CCTV vulnerabilities, and emerging infostealer campaigns dominate this week's threat landscape.

Feb 19, 2026BleepingComputer, Graham Cluley, Malwarebytes Labs, SecureList (Kaspersky)

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