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Symantec has found an Android ransomware variant (Android.Lockdroid.E) that uses new tactics, involving a fake package installation, to trick users into giving the malware device administrator rights. As well as encrypting files found on the compromised device, if administrator rights are obtained, the malware can lock the device, change the device PIN, and even delete […]

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Smartwatches can be a perfectly useful and handy wearable device for some users, but it’s good to keep in mind that using them might mean opening yourself to an additional line of attack. As student Tony Beltramelli has demonstrated for his Master’s thesis, it’s possible for an attacker to trick the user into installing a […]

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When it comes to choosing PINs for your credit card and cellphone you’ve done everything right – you avoided the temptation to use the year you were born in for either and both have different codes. However, these precautions could all be for nothing if a cybercriminal gets in the way of your credit card […]

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