I would like to direct you to this Stack’s report which details what researchers at security firm zScaler have discovered. They’ve spotted a clever new variety of Android-based ransomware which takes advantage of phones’ built-in cameras to add a personal touch. What it does is that it activates the camera to take a snapshot of the user, which is then incorporated into its blackmail note. Right after it locks your phone.
Pretty sneaky.
To avoid being a victim, I would suggest that you download apps only from trusted app stores, such as Google Play. I’d also suggest enforcing this on your device by un-checking the option of accepting apps from “unknown sources” in the security options of your device.
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Porn Themed Android App Demands Ransom After It Snaps Your Picture
I would like to direct you to this Stack’s report which details what researchers at security firm zScaler have discovered. They’ve spotted a clever new variety of Android-based ransomware which takes advantage of phones’ built-in cameras to add a personal touch. What it does is that it activates the camera to take a snapshot of the user, which is then incorporated into its blackmail note. Right after it locks your phone.
Pretty sneaky.
To avoid being a victim, I would suggest that you download apps only from trusted app stores, such as Google Play. I’d also suggest enforcing this on your device by un-checking the option of accepting apps from “unknown sources” in the security options of your device.
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