Apple’s iPhone Spyware Problem Is Getting Worse. Here’s What You Should Know

The iPhone maker has detected spyware attacks against people in more than 150 countries. Knowing if your device is infected can be tricky—but there are a few steps you can take to protect yourself.

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Law Enforcement Seized LockBit Group’s Website Again

Law enforcement authorities seized the Lockbit group’s Tor website again and they plan to reveal the identities of the LockBitSupps and other gang members on May 7, 2024.

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Finland Warns of Android Malware Attacks Breaching Bank Accounts

Finland’s Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) highlighted multiple cases of SMS messages written in Finnish that instruct recipients to call a number. The scammer answers the call instructs victims to install a McAfee app for protection.

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Anetac Emerges From Stealth Mode With $16 Million in Funding

Identity management startup Anetac has emerged from stealth mode with a $16 million investment led by Liberty Global.

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Ransom Recovery Costs Reach $2.73 Million

Ransom recovery costs have surged, with the average payment reaching $2 million, a 500% increase from the previous year. Excluding ransoms, the average cost of recovery has risen to $2.73 million, up by almost $1 million, according to Sophos.

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Xiaomi Android Devices Hit by Multiple Flaws Across Apps and System Components

Multiple security vulnerabilities have been disclosed in various applications and system components within Xiaomi devices running Android.
“The vulnerabilities in Xiaomi led to access to arbitrary activities, receivers and services with system privileges, theft of arbitrary files with system privileges, [and] disclosure of phone, settings and Xiaomi account data,” mobile security firm

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US Cyber Command Appoints Morgan Adamski as Executive Director

United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) has named Ms. Morgan M. Adamski as Executive Director effective June 2024.

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LayerX Raises $26 Million for its Browser Security Platform

The Israeli startup founded in 2022 by Or Eshed and David Weisbrot has raised $26 million in Series A funding. This round, led by Glilot+ and with participation from Dell Technologies Capital, brings LayerX’s total investment to $34 million.

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Cisa Warned 1,750 Organizations of Ransomware Vulnerabilities Last Year. Only Half Took Action.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency sent out alerts to critical infrastructure sectors, with only 852 organizations responding by patching, implementing controls, or taking devices offline.

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Microsoft, Google Widen Passkey Support for Its Users

Passkeys are gaining widespread adoption as an alternative to traditional passwords for digital authentication. Major tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Bitwarden have recently expanded support for passkeys.

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