September 2024 – Page 14

Telegram Agrees to Share User Data With Authorities for Criminal Investigations

In a major policy reversal, the popular messaging app Telegram has announced it will give users’ IP addresses and phone numbers to authorities in response to valid legal requests in an attempt to rein in criminal activity on the platform.
“We’ve made it clear that the IP addresses and phone numbers of those who violate our rules can be disclosed to relevant authorities in response to valid legal

US proposes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia

Today, the Biden administration announced new proposed measures to defend the United States’ national security from potential threats linked to connected vehicle technologies originating from China and Russia. […]

Telegram now shares users’ IP and phone number on legal requests

Telegram will now share users’ phone numbers and IP addresses with law enforcement if they are found to be violating the platform’s rules following a valid legal request. […]

New Mallox ransomware Linux variant based on leaked Kryptina code

An affiliate of the Mallox ransomware operation, also known as TargetCompany, was spotted using a slightly modified version of the Kryptina ransomware to attack Linux systems. […]

Kaspersky deletes itself, installs UltraAV antivirus without warning

Starting Thursday, Kaspersky deleted its anti-malware software from computers across the United States and replaced it with UltraAV’s antivirus solution without warning. […]

Mandiant Offers Clues to Spotting and Stopping North Korean Fake IT Workers

Mandiant shines the spotlight on the growing infiltration of US and Western companies by North Korean fake IT workers.

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Necro Trojan Infects Google Play Apps With Millions of Downloads

The Necro trojan was found in two Android applications in Google Play with a combined downloads count of over 11 million.

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Android malware ‘Necro’ infects 11 million devices via Google Play

A new version of the Necro malware loader for Android was installed on 11 million devices through Google Play in malicious SDK supply chain attacks. […]

How to manage shadow IT and reduce your attack surface

In today’s fast-paced business environment, employees increasingly turn to unauthorized IT solutions, called Shadow IT, to streamline their work and boost productivity. This article explores the prevalence of shadow IT, the risks it poses and discusses strategies for managing it. […]

Ban Sought for Chinese, Russian Software and Hardware Used in Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads

In extreme situations, a foreign adversary could shut down or take simultaneous control of multiple vehicles operating in the United States, causing crashes and blocking roads.

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Month: September 2024