November 15, 2024 at 04:43AM The Chinese APT group APT41 has expanded its LightSpy malware to a Windows surveillance framework named DeepData, enhancing its cross-platform espionage capabilities. This new tool focuses on information theft across various communication platforms and includes features like audio recording, keylogging, and system data gathering. The development began in mid-2022. ### … Read more
October 31, 2024 at 11:21AM Researchers have identified an advanced iOS spyware, LightSpy, which enhances its capabilities and includes destructive functions that can render infected devices unbootable. First discovered in 2020, it captures sensitive data and utilizes various plugins. Suspected to be operated by Chinese attackers, it exploits known security vulnerabilities in Apple’s systems. ### … Read more
August 5, 2024 at 11:27AM A new Android malware called ‘LightSpy’ has been found targeting Russian users by posing as an Alipay app or system service to avoid detection. This previously unknown threat aims to compromise mobile phones and steal sensitive information. Based on your meeting notes, it seems that a new Android malware called … Read more
June 7, 2024 at 12:06PM Cybersecurity researchers have discovered that the LightSpy spyware targeting Apple iOS users is actually an undocumented macOS variant, capable of infecting various platforms and devices. The macOS version has been active since January 2024, with capabilities to harvest various types of information and intercept communications. The ongoing development sheds light … Read more
May 30, 2024 at 07:15AM The LightSpy surveillance framework, previously known for targeting Android and iOS, has now been found infiltrating macOS. It steals a wide range of data such as files, screenshots, location info, voice recordings, and payment details. The attackers use WebKit flaws to execute code within Safari and compromise macOS. LightSpy on … Read more
April 15, 2024 at 05:15AM Cybersecurity researchers discovered a new cyber espionage campaign named “F_Warehouse” targeting South Asian users with an Apple iOS spyware implant, LightSpy. The malware-steals sensitive data and communicates with a server pointing to Chinese involvement, possibly state-sponsored. Apple issued threat notifications to users in 92 countries, including India. BlackBerry warns of … Read more