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Security researchers at K7 Labs have uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Brazilian users that exploits WhatsApp Web to distribute malware and steal sensitive financial information. The attack leverages open-source WhatsApp automation …
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Operation DreamJob, a longstanding North Korean cyberespionage campaign, has once again demonstrated its lethal effectiveness by targeting manufacturing organizations through deceptive job-related messages delivered via WhatsApp Web. In August 2025, Or…
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MTI Security researchers have uncovered a new, particularly advanced Android banking trojan, dubbed Sturnus, that targets users’ financial and personal data with an unprecedented level of device control and operational stealth. Distinct from convention…
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Scams and threats circulating on messaging apps like WhatsApp demonstrate how easily trusted platforms can be weaponized against users. One deceptive tactic gaining traction involves tricking people into sharing their phone screens during WhatsApp vide…
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WhatsApp has announced a significant security upgrade that makes protecting your chat backups simpler and more secure than ever before. The messaging platform is introducing passkey-encrypted backups, a new feature that eliminates the need for complica…
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WhatsApp has unveiled passkey-encrypted backups, simplifying the protection of cherished chat histories without the burden of memorizing complex passwords. This feature allows users to secure their end-to-end encrypted backups using biometric methods like fingerprints, facial recognition, or device screen locks, ensuring seamless access even after losing a phone or switching devices. Announced on October 29, […] The post WhatsApp Introduces Passkey Encryption for Enhanced Chat Message Backup Security appeared first on Cyber Security News.
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Trend Micro Research has identified a significant evolution in the aggressive Water Saci malware campaign, revealing a new infection chain that abandons traditional .NET-based delivery methods in favor of sophisticated script-driven techniques. On Octo…
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Cybersecurity researchers from Team Z3 have withdrawn their planned demonstration of a zero-click remote code execution vulnerability in WhatsApp at the Pwn2Own Ireland 2025 hacking competition, opting instead for private coordinated disclosure to Meta…
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Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting Brazilian users through WhatsApp, delivering a dangerous new banking Trojan dubbed “Maverick.” The threat has already blocked over 62,000 infection attempts…
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Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated new campaign targeting WhatsApp users in Brazil with self-propagating malware designed to steal banking credentials and cryptocurrency exchange login information. The attack, first detected on Se…
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