Mobile security

Beyond the vulnerability in the Android kernel, the monthly round of security patches plugs another 38 security loopholes

The vulnerability is under active exploitation by unknown attackers and affects a wide range of Apple’s products.

On iOS we have seen link shortener services pushing spam calendar files to victims’ devices.

Why FluBot is a major threat for Android users, how to avoid falling victim, and how to get rid of the malware if your device has already been compromised

Apple also claims to have foiled US$1.5 billion worth of potentially fraudulent transactions

The malware sends automated replies to messages on WhatsApp and other major chat apps

The bug is under active exploitation by unknown attackers and affects a wide range of devices, including iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches

The malware can grab login credentials for more than 450 apps and bypass SMS-based two-factor authentication

People who use devices running Android 9 or newer will be alerted if their login credentials have been stolen