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Beware of the Apple ID Suspension Phishing Scam!

A phishing scam is doing the rounds on the Internet, and is targeted towards users with Apple ID and iCloud account. Read on. Users of Apple products are apparently receiving emails that claim to be from Apple support. The email urges users to complete their account verification, failing which their Apple ID and iCloud will […]

The Curious Case of Upatre

What is Upatre? Upatre is a piece of malicious software that downloads and executes other malware. The name ‘Upatre’ comes from User Agent string “UPdATes downloadER” used by the malware. We have been observing Upatre infections since 2013 at the Quick Heal Threat Research lab. The curious thing here is that, attackers running Upatre campaign […]

Security Hole in Gmail Android App Makes Phishing Attacks Easier

A recently discovered bug in the Gmail Android App allows anyone to pose as someone else, hiding their real email address. Although labelled as a “non-issue” by Google Security Team, the flaw can prove to be helpful for online scammers. Read the rest of the story from the post that follows. Phishing has been one of […]

13 Tips to Avoid Online Scams this Festive Season

Before you get on a shopping spree with so many offers running rampant on the Internet, here are 13 tips to avoid online scams this festive season. Tip#1. Never click on pop-up advertisements, even if they look genuine. Tip#2. Don’t respond to unwanted or unexpected promotional emails, even if the sender looks familiar. Tip#3. Shop […]

Android Lollipop Users Vulnerable to Massive Password Hack Attack

A group of researchers at Texas University in Austin, have discovered a security flaw in mobile phones running the Android Lollipop version. What is this security flaw? This flaw allows anyone to bypass the lockscreen of an Android phone by using a massive password, and expose the home screen, thereby giving full access to the […]