LastPass Android app tracking users, says researcher [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 25 February 21 At least three trackers in the LastPass Android app transmit a lot of data about the app user, much more than other password-manager apps do, says a German researcher.
Android app with 1 billion downloads could hijack your phone — protect yourself now [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 16 February 21 An apparently popular Android app called SHAREit seems to have serious security flaws, but the app's developers don't appear to have fixed them.
Google Chrome just got a killer upgrade to end your tab nightmares By Henry T. Casey published 4 February 21 Chrome for Android gets major tab-management tricks. Here's how to use them.
WhatsApp worm spreading Android malware — protect yourself now [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 27 January 21 A malicious Android app is being spread via WhatsApp to other phones in order to show ads.
Signal and Facebook Messenger let hackers spy on you: What to do By Paul Wagenseil published 20 January 21 Signal, Facebook Messenger, Google Duo and two other messaging apps had flaws that let audio and video calls connect without the call receiver's knowledge, a Google researcher revealed.
Signal is down after users flee WhatsApp — latest updates By Tom Pritchard published 15 January 21 Reports that WhatsApp would be forcing users to share data with Facebook has users spooked, and rival app Signal can't keep up with the resulting demand.
Best productivity apps in 2021 By John Corpuz, Jackie Dove published 3 January 21 These are the best productivity apps for iOS and Android devices, from note taking apps and office suites to calendars and to-do lists.
This fake Cyberpunk 2077 download is really ransomware: What to do By Paul Wagenseil published 18 December 20 Ransomware pretending to be digital downloads of Cyberpunk 2077 is targeting Windows and Android users.
Two-thirds of Android malware comes through Google Play — how to stay secure By Nicholas Fearn published 13 November 20 Two-thirds of Android malware infections come straight from Google Play Store, say security researchers, but it's still one of the safest places to download apps.
Google Chrome is getting a key upgrade for Android and iPhone By Henry T. Casey published 7 October 20 We've got all the details for why you should update Google Chrome right now, as major security upgrades are included.
Nasty Android malware steals passwords from over 200 apps — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil published 24 September 20 A new Android malware called 'Alien' can steal passwords from more than 200 apps, log your keystrokes and even remotely control your phone.
Don't download this TikTok app — it's spyware By Paul Wagenseil published 9 September 20 A fake 'TikTok Pro' app is spyware that can steal passwords, read text messages and take screenshots, a security firm says.
These Android apps can run up your phone bill — delete them now By Paul Wagenseil published 4 September 20 The Joker scamware app was found in another six Android apps in the Google Play store, and users who have them installed may be hit with fraudulent premium-SMS charges.
Android scam affects nearly 60 Google Play apps — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 31 August 20 Google removed from the Play Store nearly 60 Android apps that promised free sneakers and concert tickets but actually committed ad fraud.
TikTok secretly tracked millions of Android users — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil published 12 August 20 The TikTok Android app secretly tracked millions of users by collecting permanent device IDs in violation of Google's rules, a report says.
iPhone apps just as unsafe as Android apps, says security researcher By Paul Wagenseil published 11 August 20 Apps for Apple's iPhone have just as many security holes as their Android counterparts, says a security researcher who's examined both platforms.
Android just got a long-overdue security upgrade — here's how it works By Roland Moore-Colyer published 7 August 20 Google has added a PIN-encrypted 'Safe Folder' to its Files by Google Android app.
Malicious Android apps affect 3.5 million users — what to do By Nicholas Fearn published 28 July 20 Security researchers say 29 Android apps found in the Google Play store bombarded users with out-of-context adverts and were hard to uninstall.
7.5 million users hit in Dave.com financial-service data breach: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 27 July 20 More than 7.5 million users have been affected by a data breach at online-banking service Dave.com.
Chrome for Android is getting a Download Later feature — here’s how to get it By Brittany Vincent published 21 July 20 You'll soon be able to schedule downloads in Chrome, though you can test out the feature now if you're daring.
Nasty Android malware attacks Facebook, Gmail and more -- what to do By Nicholas Fearn published 16 July 20 A dangerous new Trojan can steal account and credit card info from more than 300 Android apps, researchers warn.
This 'secure' chat app spies on its users -- what you need to know By Nicholas Fearn published 14 July 20 Politically motivated hackers in the Middle East have created a fully functional Android chat app that secretly spies on its users.
15 billion stolen usernames and passwords available online -- what to do By Nicholas Fearn published 9 July 20 Cybercrooks are selling or giving away 15 billion usernames and passwords on underground marketplaces, researchers say.
Another 'Obamaphone' found to contain pre-installed malware: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 9 July 20 More potentially dangerous adware has been found embedded in budget Android phones offered at low cost through the U.S. Lifeline Assistance program.
Unkillable Android malware is still out there -- how to protect yourself By Nicholas Fearn published 8 July 20 A significant number of new Android malware strains can't be removed by normal means, and Kaspersky warns that pre-installed adware only increases the risks of infection.
Mac 'EvilQuest' ransomware can steal your data — what to do [updated] By Nicholas Fearn published 8 July 20 New Mac ransomware making the rounds gives victims 72 hours to cough up $50 — and may steal their files anyway.
North Korea wants to steal your credit cards, researchers say: What to know By Nicholas Fearn published 6 July 20 For more than a year, North Korean state-sponsored hackers have hacked into e-commerce websites worldwide to steal shoppers' credit-card numbers, researchers say.
Fitness company data leak affects 99,000 customers, trainers — what to do By Nicholas Fearn published 3 July 20 Fast-growing fitness firm V Shred may have exposed the personal information of nearly 100,000 customers, trainers and others -- and much of this data is still online for anyone to access.
Facebook passwords stolen by 25 malicious Android apps: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 30 June 20 At least 25 malicious Android apps that amassed millions of downloads were designed to steal Facebook login credentials.
144 million records from new data breaches being sold online: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 30 June 20 User information stolen from 14 different data breaches in 2020 is being sold to the highest bidder online.
