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Hook, line and sinker: the dangers of Location-Based Services

04

Oct

2012

Any new technology involves potential risks as well as potential benefits. Location-Based Services (LBS) are a case in point. Mobile apps using geolocation information are increasingly popular, offering people new ways to connect with nearby friends or find people with shared interests. Advertisers can tempt nearby customers with coupons and discounts, targeting people around the […]

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Spam Trick Users to Download ANDROIDOS_CONTACTS.E

13

Sep

2012

We were alerted in July 2012 about malicious apps that we detect as ANDROIDOS_CONTACTS.E. We investigated the related spam, which arrives on the mobile device. What is noteworthy about this threat is that the spam were distributed not only to smartphones, but also to feature phones as well. This indicates that the spammers may have […]

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Spam campaign slanders Olympic gold medalist Gabrielle Douglas

07

Aug

2012

Spammers are trying to capitalize on the excitement surrounding the gold medal performance of the United States women’s gymnastic team by manufacturing a controversy where none exists, hoping that curious Olympics fans will rush into their trap.The trap is an email message accusing team member Gabrielle Douglas of using a banned substance.(click for full size […]

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