ANDROID HACKING
India orders removal of Google Firebase accounts after spotting scam pattern
Online scams have become one of India's most pressing law enforcement challenges, with Indians losing nearly $2.4 billion in alleged cyber fraud in 2025, according to government data. For years, the government has gone after scammers by ordering their websites removed.
Google blocked the first known AI-powered attack on 2FA accounts; here is how hackers tried to break in, know how to stay safe
Foreign hackers attempted a novel AI-powered cyberattack targeting two-factor authentication using a zero-day exploit. Google's Threat Intelligence Group detected and thwarted this sophisticated plot, which aimed for mass exploitation. The AI-generated exploit exploited a logic flaw in a server administration tool, highlighting a new frontier in cyber threats. Consumers are urged to update software and use stronger authentication methods.
iPhone vs. Android: Experts reveal which offers top-notch security and why you should care
Many people ask if iPhone or Android is safer for personal data. Experts explain why phone security matters today. Android is more open and often attacked, while iPhone has stronger safety features like app checks and Face ID. Choosing the right phone can protect your privacy.
Your Android phone might be hacked without you knowing. Update now to fix these critical security issues
Google has released an urgent Android security update to fix two critical zero-day vulnerabilities—CVE-2024-53197 and CVE-2024-53150—that were actively exploited in targeted attacks. These flaws allowed hackers, including digital forensics firm Cellebrite, to access locked Android devices without user interaction. One attack targeted a Serbian activist. Pixel phones are receiving the patch first, while other Android users may have to wait for their manufacturers to roll it out.
Apple iOS 18.2 introduces real-time spam blocking with Truecaller: Here’s how it works
iOS 18.2’s Live Caller ID Lookup API empowers apps like Truecaller to enhance spam detection and blocking in real-time, bringing iPhones closer to Android’s efficiency in combating unwanted calls.
Android and iPhone users in danger? FBI conducting serious scrutiny about texts amid espionage concerns
There are serious hacking threats pertaining to citizens in America, according to the Federal Bureau of investigation's latest scrutiny about text messages. It is being reportedly claimed that hackers are now able to pour to text messages of both Apple as well as Android users, which puts their privacy and financial security at serious risk
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'Don't send message': FBI warns of texting risks between iPhones and Androids
The FBI is warning against texting between iPhones and Androids due to interception risks from hackers. Following a suspected Chinese espionage campaign affecting over a million Americans, including government officials, the FBI advises switching to encrypted messaging apps. The hackers reportedly accessed call and text data by exploiting vulnerabilities in US telecom routers. China denies the allegations.
Samsung treats smartphone users' data as state secrets: Top global executive
Samsung has created 'TEEGRIS', an operating system for security that allows partner to use hardware cryptography, encryption and access controls for a more secure app experience.
Remove passwords from PDFs on iOS & Android devices with these simple steps
Several applications have made unlocking PDFs easy on iOS and Android devices.
Apple and Android phones hacked by Italian spyware, Google says
Milan-based RCS Lab, whose website claims European law enforcement agencies as clients, developed tools to spy on private messages and contacts of the targeted devices, the report said.
Pegasus in news again: Major investigation reveals continuing worldwide abuse of snooping software
Journalists, human rights activists, lawyers all over the world have been snooped on by "authoritarian governments" using hacking software supplied by the Israeli's NSO Group, according to findings by an investigation.
Twitter fixes security issue that could allow hackers to access private data of Android users
The micro-blogging site said it was not aware if the security issue was exploited by attackers.
Recover deleted items, get the 'face unlock' feature: Life-changing Android hacks to know
Android’s open nature makes it easier to customise as well as enhance with the right apps and tweaks.
Meet the Ironman trainer from India who built a Rs 3000 hacking device
Kuldeep has created an Rs.3000 rupees hacking device which he claims can hack into any phone, computer, traffic signal, CCTV cameras and even nuclear establishments.
Donald Trump still using his "unsecured" Android phone: Report
"Trump's use of the personal device is particularly notable given his criticism of Hillary Clinton for using a personal email address and server when she was secretary of state."
Scary space: 8 ways to keep yourself safe from hackers
If you're not using a password manager already, you should be. There are many excellent free options like LastPass & LogMeOnce.
These are the only three apps Apple and Google both agreed were the best of 2015
t the end of every year, Apple and Google pour over their respective app stores and select their favorite apps.
Six scariest hacks of 2015
In July, it was revealed that infidelity website Ashley Madison was breached and some 32-million users had their information posted to the internet.
You're probably exposed to a massive new Android security flaw
If you own an Android smartphone, odds are you are vulnerable to a security flaw that can be activated by one measly text message.
WhatsApp voice calling now open to all Android users
Popular mobile messaging service WhatsApp has now flipped the switch to enable voice calling for all users of its Android app.
Old BlackBerrys save the day after Sony hacking
Emergence of the old devices as a haven for Sony executives has served as a free advertisement of sorts and bolstered BlackBerry's focus on security.
Password, SMS stealing virus hits Android phones
The deadly virus has been identified as 'AndroidSmssend' and it can acquire as many as four aliases to hoodwink the user and perpetrate its destructive activities.
The Game Boy emulator now on your smartwatch
It ’s good to know that when your Twitter and Facebook feeds run dry, you can always boot up a Game Boy emulator on your Android Wear.
Android phone users warned against virus activity on AdobeR
The Adobe Reader software is used for reading and editing tasks on PDF files while the SD card is used to store pictures and video files on a mobile phone device.
'Dendroid' virus threatening Android phones in India
The virus of the deadly 'Trojan' family, once activated, could change the command and control server of a user's personal Android phone and intercept private SMSes.
Android's Jelly Bean, Kit Kat under cyber threat: CERT-In
A "critical flaw" has been detected in the virtual private network offered by Android operating systems in the Indian cyberspace leading to "hijack" of personal data of users.
Cyber security alerts that Android phones using Bing under threat
The CERT-In is the nodal agency to combat hacking, phishing and to fortify security-related defences of the Indian internet domain.
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