May 15, 2024 at 03:59PM Google has unveiled new security features for Android 15 and Google Play aimed at protecting against scams, fraud, and malware. These include protection against banking trojans and spyware, as well as measures to prevent theft of one-time passcodes and screen-sharing attacks. Additionally, Google is rolling out live threat detection and … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 01:58PM Google is introducing new features in Android 15 to enhance security and protect against malicious apps capturing sensitive data. These updates include expanded Play Integrity API functionalities, restricted settings for sideloaded apps, and enhanced fraud protections with Google Play Protect. Additionally, new measures are being implemented to bolster cellular and … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 01:47PM Apple’s annual fraud prevention analysis reveals that its antifraud technology thwarted $7 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions over four years. Moreover, in 2023, Apple rejected 1.7 million app submissions and identified 152 million fake/fraudulent app reviews. Despite string policies, some bad apps still bypass review mechanisms. Apple affirms its commitment … Read more
March 14, 2024 at 03:01PM SIM swappers have developed new tactics targeting eSIM technology, enabling them to hijack phone numbers and gain unauthorized access to bank accounts. By remotely reprogramming eSIMs, they can transfer a victim’s number to their own device, bypassing security measures. To protect against this, experts recommend using strong passwords and two-factor … Read more
March 5, 2024 at 08:06AM American Express informs customers of a data breach at a third-party services provider, affecting some card members’ account information. Compromised data includes names, card account numbers, and expiration dates. The company is monitoring for fraud and advises impacted individuals on protecting their information. It is unclear how many people were … Read more
March 4, 2024 at 05:25PM American Express notified customers of a breach involving a third-party service provider. The company’s own systems were not compromised, but credit card information such as account numbers and names are at risk. Potentially affected users are advised to monitor their accounts for fraudulent activity and enable notifications on the American … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 02:30PM Integris Health reported a data breach exposing personal information of 2.4 million people to U.S. authorities. The cyberattack threatened to sell stolen data, but did not interrupt services. Data included names, birth dates, contact and demographic info, and SSNs, but not employment, financial, or login details. The ransom deadline has … Read more