Tag: #OnlineSafety

Google Warns of UNC6040 Vishing Scam: iPhones and Android Phones at Risk

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Google Warns of UNC6040 Vishing Scam: iPhones and Android Phones at Risk

Google Alert: These Incoming Calls Could Compromise Your Phone—Ignore Them to Stay Safe By : Javid Amin |  June 10, 2025  Google and the FBI have issued urgent warnings about a sophisticated phone scam targeting both Android and iPhone users. This emerging threat, orchestrated by a cybercriminal group known as UNC6040, is part of a rising trend in vishing attacks—where hackers use fake voice calls to manipulate victims into compromising their devices. What’s Happening? According to Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, UNC6040 doesn’t break into your phone using malware or brute…

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Kashmiri Girls Exploitation: How Non-Locals Trap, Traffic, and Abandon Victims | Data & Solutions

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Kashmiri Girls Exploitation: How Non-Locals Trap, Traffic, and Abandon Victims | Data & Solutions

The Hidden War Against Kashmir’s Daughters By: Javid Amin The pristine landscapes of Kashmir, often dubbed “Paradise on Earth,” conceal a harrowing truth: a silent epidemic of exploitation targeting young girls. Fueled by social media manipulation, false promises, and systemic apathy, hundreds of Kashmiri girls are trafficked annually by non-local predators, only to return traumatized, pregnant, or ostracized. This investigation unveils the mechanics of this crisis, survivor testimonies, and a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for families to safeguard their daughters. The Digital Trap – Anatomy of a Predator’s Playbook Social Media:…

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Influencers in Kashmir Warned: Stop Promoting Fraudulent Schemes

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Influencers in Kashmir Warned: Stop Promoting Fraudulent Schemes

Kashmir Cyber police warns influencers against promoting illegal betting apps and scams, stating legal action will follow for violators. Kashmir Cyber police on Wednesday warned social media influencers and YouTubers from promoting betting apps and investment schemes terming them ‘illegal’ which can attract legal action against the influencers and Youtubers. “Attention social media influencers and YouTubers: Refrain from promoting betting apps, fraudulent investment schemes, or fake work-from-home job offers. Such actions not only mislead the public but are also punishable under the law,” Cyber police Kashmir said in a statement…

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Your iPhones and Android Smartphones Are at Risk: Five New Pegasus Spyware Variants Discovered

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Your iPhones and Android Smartphones Are at Risk: Five New Pegasus Spyware Variants Discovered

Newly Discovered Pegasus Spyware Threats Put iPhones and Android Devices at Risk By: Javid Amin In a groundbreaking discovery, mobile security firm iVerify has unveiled five previously undetected Pegasus spyware variants targeting both iPhones and Android devices. This revelation underscores a growing threat: spyware once reserved for high-profile individuals is now being used to infiltrate the smartphones of ordinary citizens. The findings highlight an urgent need for enhanced mobile security as Pegasus continues to evolve and evade traditional defenses. What is Pegasus Spyware and Why Should You Care? Developed by…

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Government Issues Critical Warning for Android 13 and Older Devices: Risks, Affected Devices, and How to Protect Your Phone

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Government Issues Critical Warning for Android 13 and Older Devices: Risks, Affected Devices, and How to Protect Your Phone

In a world that has become increasingly digitized, our smartphones are the gateways to our personal and professional lives. But what happens when these gateways become vulnerable to security threats? The Indian government’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has recently issued a critical warning for older Android devices, specifically those running Android versions 13 and older. This warning comes in response to multiple vulnerabilities in the Android operating system that pose significant risks to users. In this article, we’ll dive into the…

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Beware: Android Users Vulnerable to Fake Telegram and Signal Apps on Google Play Store

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Beware: Android Users Vulnerable to Fake Telegram and Signal Apps on Google Play Store

In a concerning revelation, cybersecurity researchers from Kaspersky have identified a significant threat to Android users – fake Telegram and Signal apps lurking on the Google Play Store. These counterfeit applications are cunningly crafted to pilfer sensitive information from users’ devices, encompassing contact details, phone numbers, chat histories, and even login credentials. The fake Telegram apps don a disguise, masquerading as Uyghur, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese versions of the legitimate app. Shockingly, these fraudulent apps managed to amass over 200,000 downloads from the Google Play Store before Google took…

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