FlyTrap Trojan Spread Through Android Apps Zimperium’s zLabs threat research team recently discovered a previously undetected Trojan distributed through both Google Play and third-party application stores. Security researchers found three apps with the ability to inject malicious JavaScript code into a victim’s device. Thus, enabling hackers to extract confidential information. The format was very simple. In the first scenario, the perpetrators offered free coupons and discount codes for Netflix or Google AdWords to their victims....

Google’s President of Global Affairs & Chief Legal Officer, Kent Walker, and the company’s VP of Engineering for Privacy, Safety, and Security, Royal Hansen, penned a blog post highlighting the need for tech companies to take a “completely new approach” to designing their products and services. “People deserve products that are secure by default and systems that are built to withstand the growing onslaught from attackers,” they wrote. “Safety should be fundamental: built-in, enabled out of the box, and not added on as an afterthought....

The scam begins with a phishing email warning victims that their accounts risk being deleted. The email contains an “Appeal Now” button, which redirects victims to Messenger, where they take up their complaints with a chatbot. The entire campaign is very elaborate, and the “appeal” process is made to seem legitimate. However, there are certain obvious errors and indicators, especially in the phishing email, that ought to raise suspicion....

93% Of Companies Breached in 30 Minutes to 10 Days Positive Technologies experts revealed how easy it is for hackers to breach an organization’s internal network. They presented the results of their study in a report that also describes the most common security issues and attack methods. Types of companies tested included finance (32%), IT (21%), fuel and energy (21%), government agencies (11%), hospitality and entertainment (7%), industry (4%), and telecoms (4%)....

Privacy Concerns with Skype Microsoft recently updated its service agreement with language that has privacy experts concerned. The update which went into effect on May 1st, applies to Skype as well as Xbox Live gamers. Microsoft inserted language that prohibits users from “publicly display[ing] or share[ing] inappropriate content or material.” Microsoft also added rules giving the company the right to review your content in the process of investigating any complaint. For Skype users, this seems to clearly indicate that Microsoft stores your calls and can watch them later if they choose to investigate how you are using their service....

What is Firefly III? Firefly III is an open-source application compatible with multiple devices. Firefly III tracks personal finances, including “any currency you want, including cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.” According to the official website, Firefly III is “a self-hosted financial manager. It can help you keep track of expenses, income, budgets, and everything in between. It supports credit cards, shared household accounts, and savings accounts. It’s pretty fancy. You should use it to save and organise money....

This is why we made a list of three relatively safe and very well-known food delivery apps for you. We’ll discuss these apps in detail and look at their privacy policies, security, and user-friendliness. The apps we chose are: Uber Eats Instacart Just Eat Takeaway There are also tips and advice for protecting your information when using such apps, including a good password manager and a strong VPN. A great VPN that we recommend to keep your data safe is NordVPN....

Read on to learn how to disable WebRTC so that your private information stays private. We’ll also explain how a really reliable VPN service like ExpressVPN can help you stay even safer. One of the big advantages of using a VPN is that it allows you to hide your personal IP address. When your web browser makes a direct connection to a server, this information is easily revealed. If hackers, advertisers, or others learn your IP address, they gain access to information about your location, your internet service provider, and even the device you are using....

We’ll take you through a step-by-step tutorial to successfully download and install CyberGhost’s most recent version on your system. How to Install CyberGhost on Windows 1. Create an account You need to create an account and sign-up for a subscription plan before downloading and installing CyberGhost on your system. Creating an account couldn’t be easier, just fill in the specific fields with a username and a password. Once done, you’ll be directed to another page that provides you with a PUK code....

With heavy government surveillance and US restrictions, the only safe way to use the international websites and services you rely on in Cuba is to use a VPN. A VPN can help you by masking your IP and encrypting your traffic to keep your online activities private. Taking into account the special considerations for using a VPN in Cuba, I’ve tested many to find the most suitable options. ExpressVPN is my number-one recommendation for users in Cuba....

This user-friendly VPN offers dedicated streaming servers, an automatic ‘best server’ connection, and unlimited bandwidth. All of which make HMA a viable choice for uncomplicated streaming. In fact, when we recently tested the VPN’s US servers, we found that they were mostly able to bypass Netflix geoblocking and access Netflix US. One of the best things about HMA is that the service offers a 7-day free trial so you can test out the VPN’s unblocking capabilities for yourself....

Don’t worry, there’s an easy solution to the problem. All you need to access restricted sites in Thailand is a virtual private network (VPN) that gives you a new Thai IP address. Just follow our guide, and you’ll be streaming your favorite lakorns in no time. How a VPN Can Get You a Thai IP Address By subscribing to a VPN, you gain instant access to a global network of secure servers....

With kids spending more and more time online than ever before, online predators are using social media sites and other platforms to find and abuse children. Here’s how you can prevent online predators from harming your child: COVID-19 restrictions played a large part in this because people were spending a lot more time online. This is a serious issue and one that requires parents to talk to their kids. Now more than ever, parents must educate themselves about the risks of online grooming and predators....

Because of the urgency expressed in the emails, their “realness” and the (perceived) power of the sender within the organization, employees receiving these emails often act on them. Inspect emails with requests of a financial nature (transfers, changing payment information, etc.) very carefully. Pay special attention to the following elements: The sender: Often CEO fraudsters use email addresses that are very similar to the real address of a CEO or manager, but contain slight variations....

Using trustworthy apps and a good antivirus is a great way to start. But the only way to keep your personal information private is to install a high-quality VPN on your phone. Try ExpressVPN’s Android App Risk-Free for 30-Days! VPNs encrypt your data, making it completely unreadable to hackers, trackers, and spies. They also mask your IP address to make it look like you’re browsing from a different location. This is useful if you need to bypass censorship or geoblocks....

The easiest way to stay safe and anonymous when torrenting is to use a reliable VPN. It encrypts your traffic and anonymizes your connection, which means no one can see what you do online. And since hackers can’t penetrate your encrypted connection, your data won’t fall into the wrong hands. My favorite VPN for safe torrenting is ExpressVPN. Its robust security features, no-logs policy, and fast speeds make it a fine addition to your torrenting tools....

Many networks we write about make some past episodes available to everyone, while restricting live broadcasts to their home countries. TV TOKYO goes the other way: the live stream is available globally, but popular videos of past shows are geboblocked outside Japan. Geo-restricted content includes Cambrian Palace, the controversial talk show hosted by best-selling novelist and economic commentator Ryu Murakami, along with the teen hit known in English as Youth High School Class C....

A VPN is the easiest way to get around these geo-restrictions and access ARD from anywhere. This app conceals your real location by assigning a new IP address from a country of your choice that makes you appear to be in a different region – such as Germany. This makes ARD think you’re actually there, so you can watch all its content from anywhere. After testing 50+ VPNs, ExpressVPN comes out on top....

A VPN is a tool that changes your IP address. Sites use your IP address to see where you are, and block you if you’re not in Croatia. You can use a VPN to get a Croatian IP address so you can watch your favorite Croatian TV from anywhere in the world. I’ve tested all the well-known VPNs the market has to offer. In my experience, ExpressVPN performs the best when it comes to streaming Croatian sites....

The best way to watch Hannibal is with a VPN. A VPN hides your real IP address, changing it to a location of your choice. This tricks streaming platforms like Netflix into thinking you are located in a country where Hannibal is available. I tried 30+ VPNs, and the VPN I recommend is ExpressVPN because of its lightning-fast speeds and reliable connections. You can try it risk-free, backed by its 30-day money-back guarantee before making a commitment....