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Activate WhatsApp two-step verification feature on your phone right now

After several months of testing, WhatsApp has finally rolled out the two-step verification security feature which will prevent anyone else from activating your WhatsApp phone number without a six digit passcode. How to enable the Two-Step Verification Feature To enable this security feature users have to open WhatsApp > Settings…

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ComputerWorld Independent

Windows Trojan hacks into embedded devices to install Mirai

February 9, 2017 admin Android, Internet of Things, Malware & Vulnerabilities, Mobile Security, Security

Attackers have started to use Windows and Android malware to hack into embedded devices, dispelling the widely held belief that if such devices are not directly exposed to the Internet they’re less vulnerable.

Researchers from Russian antivirus vendor Doctor Web have recently come across a Windows Trojan program that was designed to gain access to embedded devices using brute-force methods and to install the Mirai malware on them.

Mirai is a malware program for Linux-based internet-of-things devices, such as routers, IP cameras, digital video recorders and others. It’s used primarily to launch distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and spreads over Telnet by using factory device credentials.

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ComputerWorld Independent

7 musts for any successful BYOD program

February 9, 2017 admin Mobile Security, Security

Mobile devices, mobile apps and the networks they use are now essential to satisfy customers, collaborate more effectively with suppliers, and keep employees productive anytime and anywhere.

ComputerWorld Independent

Online card fraud up as thieves avoid more secure chip cards for in-store payments

February 3, 2017 admin Financial Services IT, Mobile Security, Security

One unfortunate side effect from the use of chip cards for in-store purchases has been an increase in online credit-card fraud.

Hackers have taken the path of least resistance, moving from in-store fraud to e-commerce fraud, according to security experts.

Deterred by the security capabilities of chip cards for in-store payments, thieves have resorted to stealing credit-card numbers and passwords or opening new accounts with false credentials to use in making online payments for purchases, according to recent studies. Botnets also comprise some of the biggest increases in online card fraud.

ComputerWorld Independent

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January 25, 2017 admin Data Privacy, encryption, internet, IT Industry, Mobile & Wireless, Mobile Security, Network Security, Networking, Security, Wireless Networking

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Mobile Menace Monday: AndroRAT Evolved

January 23, 2017 admin Android, AndroRAT, cybercrime, malware, Mobile, mobile menace monday, Mobile Security, triple m

An increasing amount of mobile malware known as Android/Trojan.AndroRAT has been seen in the wild lately. AndroRAT is a contraction of Android and RAT (Remote Access Tool). This piece of malware is far from new, but has gradually become more evolved over the years. AndroRAT History As the story goes (according to its GitHub page),…

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MalwareBytes Security

Mobile menace monday: safe practices with your mobile device

January 18, 2017 admin Android, cybercrime, Mobile, mobile menace monday, Mobile Security, triple m

‘Tis the season for gift giving, and who wouldn’t be excited about receiving a brand new mobile device! Before you start loading your new device with various apps, we shared in this post several safe practices to make sure your holidays stay malware-free.

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The Top 10 Cybersecurity Stories of 2016

January 18, 2017 admin computer security, Cyber safety, malware, Mobile Security, Online privacy, phishing, privacy, ransomware, Safe Banking, Security

Before we take yet another step into the New Year, let’s quickly look back at the top 10 cybersecurity stories of 2016. 1. Do not take that IQ Test on Facebook. It’s a Scam! In Jan 2016, a scam was afoot on Facebook. This scam was tricking users into taking…

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