Malware
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Government warns Android users about new dangerous virus: How to stay safe
Technology | April 22, 2026 19:54 ISTThe Indian government has issued a fresh warning for Android smartphone users about a dangerous malware that disguises itself as a normal app. Once installed, it can steal OTPs, passwords, banking details, and even take control of the device.
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Google issues big warning: Android phones running old software face serious security risk
Technology | February 08, 2026 11:45 ISTGoogle has issued a major security warning for Android users running Android 13 or older versions. Over 1 billion smartphones worldwide are at risk due to the lack of security updates, making them vulnerable to malware and spyware attacks.
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Your smartphone apps may have Malware: Follow these steps to check and stay safe
Technology | February 03, 2025 13:24 ISTGoogle has introduced the Play Protect feature to tackle security threats, for Android users, which regularly scans apps downloaded from the Google Play Store and also performs routine security checks on your smartphone.
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Smartphone virus: How to detect a malware on your handset and steps to fix it
Technology | November 30, 2024 12:05 ISTMalware can be dangerous, but with these simple steps, you can keep your smartphone safe and functioning optimally. Take action early to prevent bigger issues down the road.
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This malware threatens millions of Android users by stealing banking details
Technology | November 04, 2024 17:28 ISTNew FakeCall malware has been discovered targeting Android users. This malware steals banking information from users' phones, leading to financial fraud without their knowledge.
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Ransomware is highest cyber threat in India: Report
Technology | March 21, 2024 13:36 ISTA new report surfaced which showcased that human error remains the leading cause of data breaches, with around 34 per cent of enterprises pinpointing this as the root cause for cyber attacks and ransomware.
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Cyber attack cases in India rise 15 per cent in 2023: Report
Business | January 23, 2024 11:14 ISTThe number of weekly attacks per organisation reached 2,138 in India, a 15 per cent surge since the previous year.
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Android users, Alert! If you installed these apps, remove 'Xamalicious' now | Key things to know
Technology | December 28, 2023 14:55 ISTSecurity experts at McAfee have uncovered a sneaky Android backdoor named 'Xamalicious,' infecting over 338,000 devices through malicious apps on Google Play.
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Malware alert: Beware of these signs your Android device is showing | Tips to be safe
Technology | December 06, 2023 11:15 ISTGoogle has come up with a way to deal with malware for Android devices. But before going ahead, one must be aware of the signs which could let you know if the device is infected with malware or not. Here are the details you must know.
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Threat alert: This malware Android app steals data, records calls, and accesses camera
Technology | October 18, 2023 12:57 ISTSpyNote, a stealthy malware, undertakes a clandestine operation to steal text messages and sensitive banking details. Cybersecurity analysts at F-Secure, a renowned security firm, have unveiled SpyNote's methods in a recent report.
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Indian Government alerts citizens to malware threat on Android via social media
Technology | September 06, 2023 6:34 ISTWhile the source of this threat remains unknown, the advisory highlights a recent incident where cybercriminals used Telegram to distribute fake versions of popular apps like ChatGPT, Instagram, Opera Mini, and YouTube.
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3 malware which has been stealing data from the smartphone
Technology | August 08, 2023 8:35 ISTRecently it was discovered that there are round three new malware- DarkGate, Emotet, and LokiBot have been detected. All these three malware are reportedly dangerous and they hang the system after entering the high-security system.
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Government launches affordable antivirus app, grants insights into app permissions
Technology | June 09, 2023 18:31 ISTGood news for those who don't want to invest in expensive paid antivirus software! The government has introduced an excellent antivirus app that offers an affordable solution. This app not only provides protection against malware but also grants users the ability to monitor and control the app.
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Goldoson malware infects 60 Google Play apps with 100 million downloads
Technology | April 17, 2023 9:30 ISTThe Android malware was discovered by McAfee's research team which stated that it can collect a range of sensitive data, including information on the user's installed apps, WiFi, GPS locations and Bluetooth-connected devices.
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Protect your phone from malware, ransomware and viruses with these five easy steps
Apps | April 04, 2023 20:15 ISTThe convenience of using our smartphones also makes them vulnerable to malware. Fortunately, there are simple steps we can take to protect our phones from these threats.
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Why India faces more than 300 million malware attacks daily? Report
Technology | February 28, 2023 14:37 ISTBotnet and malware code are reusable and efficient, they have cost-effective ways for criminals to build successful attack vectors while making iterative changes, and fine-tuning their attacks to sidestep detection. The total count of Botnets in India was 204,554,825, which is more than 2.2 mn.
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Beware of this new YouTube Scam: PennyWise, a new crypto-stealing malware on YouTube
Technology | July 07, 2022 19:11 ISTThe new cryptocurrency malware has been tricking users to download software, which will steal the data from 30 crypto wallets of the user and browser extensions as well.
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Google introduces a new feature to warn about suspicious files on Drive
Technology | December 15, 2022 16:03 ISTGoogle has recently added a new security feature to Drive for helping its users to start displaying a warning banner when you are about to download and open a potentially dubious document, image, or any type of file.
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Over 90% of all pandemic-related malware took form of Trojans: Report
Technology | June 28, 2021 18:20 ISTTrojans pose one of the biggest threats to consumers this year, with them accounting for 90 per cent of all pandemic-related malware.
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Malware hidden in 28 Chrome, Edge extensions hits 30 lakh people
Technology | December 17, 2020 19:51 ISTThreat Intelligence researchers from cybersecurity firm Avast have identified malware hidden in at least 28 third-party Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge extensions that may have affected 30 lakh users worldwide.
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