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Cybercriminals use Prilex malware to block contactless payments
Kaspersky says it has uncovered three new variants of Prilex malware, which can block contactless near-field communication (NFC) transactions on infected devices, forcing customers to use their physical credit cards,... read more
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AI-driven ‘thermal attack’ reveals password in seconds
Computer security experts have developed a system capable of guessing computer and smartphone users’ passwords in seconds by analysing the traces of heat their fingertips leave on keyboards and screens.... read more
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DBX: The Digital Banking Experience Report
Sopra Steria has revealed the results of its Digital Banking Experience Report (DBX) For the second year running, IPSOS and Forrester assessed banks’ digital maturity and ability to keep pace... read more
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“Slick” – How LockBit became the world No.1 ransomware group
LockBit has been busy: in just the past month, it has claimed to have compromised 40 organisations, from a private school in Malaysia to a dental group in Sydney, helping... read more
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Android banking Trojan Godfather rears ugly head
Researchers at Cyble Research & Intelligence Labs (CRIL) have found a new version of the Android banking Trojan called Godfather. The new version of Godfather uses an icon and name similar... read more
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