Spyware stories

Appdome unveils mobile API defence that checks app, device and session identity before granting access, targeting bot abuse and takeover attacks.

Attackers push fake Red Alert Android app via SMS, turning Israel rocket warning tool into spyware that steals messages, contacts and location.

Hackers are abusing the trusted Deno JavaScript runtime to run fileless CastleRAT malware solely in memory and evade endpoint defences.

Leaked Sama staff logins tied to stealer malware spark fresh alarm over security of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses video review pipeline.

Cyber operations have become constant, covert pressure in geopolitics, with AI-fuelled identity abuse replacing headline-grabbing cyberattacks.

Most households leave router admin passwords unchanged, prompting insurer Everywhen to issue a 10‑step guide to secure home Wi‑Fi.

Researchers warn a new 'GhostPairing' WhatsApp scam turns device linking into a stealth spy tool, hijacking chats via trusted contacts.

New Zealand cyber agency emails 26,000 people in first mass alert over Lumma Stealer malware infecting Windows devices nationwide.

A Facebook malvertising campaign is targeting Android users in the EU with Brokewell malware disguised as a fake TradingView app to steal crypto assets.

Millions remain at risk due to browser DevTools' inability to effectively detect malicious extensions, warns SquareX amid rising cyber threats.

Bitdefender expands its Security for Creators to cover Facebook, Instagram and YouTube amid USD $1 trillion losses from rising online scams targeting digital creators.

Jamf's Security 360 Report reveals a sharp rise in phishing and infostealers targeting Apple devices, urging organisations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.

A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.

Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.

Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.

Recent research has revealed that attackers can easily bypass Secure Web Gateways by splitting malware into tiny pieces, evading detection and putting businesses at risk.

Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.

New Zealand businesses have a glaring gap in mobile cybersecurity, risking costly breaches. Merge Communications promotes Samsung Knox as the solution.