Fake Red Alert App Used to Harvest Data via SMS Spoofing, CloudSEK Warns

Hackers are distributing a trojanised version of Israel's Red Alert app via SMS to steal contacts, SMS and location data.

Hackers Pose as IDF to Sneak Spyware Onto Israelis’ Phones

Hackers are targeting Israelis with spyware masquerading as a smartphone app that issues safety alerts, according to new ...

Research company claims spyware posing as Israel's Red Alert Android app targeting users

A sophisticated cyberattack is targeting Israeli civilians, exploiting a trusted emergency app. Hackers are distributing a ...

Fake 'Red Alert' App Spreading Virus On Android Phones, Exploiting Public Panic Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

AI-driven cybersecurity firm CloudSEK has uncovered a malicious SMS spoofing campaign distributing a trojanised version of Israel’s official “Red Alert” emergency mobile application, exploiting public ...
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Fake DOD memo about ‘compromised’ apps shows swift spread of deceptive messaging

The message, widely circulated as the U.S. bombed Iran, shows how quickly unverified information can reach troops.

Millions of iPhone users under threat of fake calendar app scam — here’s how to shut it down

Your iPhone calendar used to remind you about dentist appointments and dinner reservations. Now? It might be screaming that ...