Emerging Threats

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What is an info-stealing ad library?
When it comes to free apps, there still may be a price, although it doesn’t always cost the user. There are other ways applications can earn revenue, such as running advertisements within the app itself.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Fight off malicious Pokemon GO apps with the help of Norton Mobile Security
Overnight sensation Pokémon GO! has continued to explode over a week after its New Zealand, Australia, and the US on Wed July 6. July 13th the game was released in Germany and the following day for the UK.
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Yahoo announces data breach affecting 500 million users
If you have a Yahoo account, you need to change your password now. If you reuse that password on any other online accounts, you should change that too.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Bank credential stealing Android malware is on the rise
Cyber criminals are finding new ways to steal your money through your Android device. Lately, the use of Android malware that steals your banking credentials, with names such as Acecard or GMbot, is on the rise.
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
NortonLifeLock discovery leads to malicious app that steals Viber photos and videos
Researchers at NortonLifeLock have recently discovered a malicious app that can steal photos and videos from the popular instant messaging and VoIP app Viber.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Dropbox has verified that 68 million user credentials have been exposed
Dropbox has announced via their blog that 68 million user email addresses with hashed and salted passwords have been exposed. Dropbox has verified that the information is indeed legitimate.
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Hundreds of malicious apps are showing up on the Google Play Store, disguised as legitimate applications.
Hundreds of malicious apps are showing up on the Google Play Store, disguised as legitimate applications.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
What 2024 holds for the future of cybersecurity
Norton’s researchers released their 2024 cybersecurity predictions. See how AI is predicted to impact the landscape of cybersecurity.
Published December 20, 2023 · 8 min read
Follow this helpful guide to help learn more about pass the hash attacks, how they work, real-life examples, and how you can help to mitigate an attack.
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