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Israel warns of BiBi wiper attacks targeting Linux and Windows: Security researchers found a Windows equivalent for the recently discovered BiBi-Linux, a data-wiping malware used in attacks to destroy data on systems at Israeli companies.

Hackers can break into cars through their headlights using a device that costs just £2,000! Automotive security experts Ian Tabor and Ken Tindell said that hackers are ripping off bumpers and headlights to gain access to wiring, allowing them to plug in widely available electronics used to hack cars’ internal computer networks. Once connected, the devices automatically disable engine immobilisers and can be used to open windows or even activate door locks, the experts said. Such hacking devices can be bought online for prices ranging between three and four figures, according to Mr Tabor and Mr Tindell. Illicit vendors selling these devices claim they give instant access to high-value cars including Ferraris, Rolls-Royces, Lamborghinis and more. The car expert said the hacking device was designed to be plugged into a socket typically concealed underneath a car’s headlights or bumpers. From there the device accesses the vehicle’s CAN bus, an internal computer network used to control its sensors and systems. A Toyota spokesman said: “While it is, unfortunately, very difficult for any auto manufacturer to completely eliminate the risk from people and organisations acting with criminal intent, we regularly collaborate and share information with insurance associations and police authorities throughout the world to help reduce this risk.”


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As many as 30 malicious Android apps with cumulative downloads of nearly 10 million have been found on the Google Play Store distributing adware.

"All of them were built into various programs, including image-editing software, virtual keyboards, system tools and utilities, calling apps, wallpaper collection apps, and others," Dr.Web said in a Tuesday write-up.

While masquerading as innocuous apps, their primary goal is to request permissions to show windows over other apps and run in the background in order to serve intrusive ads.

To make it difficult for the victims to detect and uninstall the apps, the adware trojans hide their icons from the list of installed apps in the home screen or replace the icons with others that are likely to be less noticed (e.g., SIM Toolkit).
Some of these apps also offer the advertised features, as observed in the case of two apps: "Water Reminder- Tracker & Reminder" and "Yoga- For Beginner to Advanced." However, they also covertly load various websites in WebView, and simulate user actions to click on banners and ads.

Also uncovered are another set of apps distributing the Joker malware in the form of launcher, camera, and emoji stickers apps that, when installed, subscribe users to paid mobile services without their knowledge and consent
list of malicious Apps:
Photo Editor: Retouch & Cutout
Photo Editor: Art Filters
Photo Editor - Design Maker
Photo Editor & Background Eraser
Photo & Exif Editor
Photo Editor - Filters Effects
Photo Filters & Effects
Photo Editor : Blur Image
Photo Editor : Cut, Paste
Emoji Keyboard: Stickers & GIF
Neon Theme Keyboard
Neon Theme - Android Keyboard
Cashe Cleaner
Fancy Charging
FastCleaner: Cashe Cleaner
Call Skins - Caller Themes
Funny Caller
CallMe Phone Themes
InCall: Contact Background
MyCall - Call Personalization
Caller Theme
Caller Theme
Funny Wallpapers - Live Screen
4K Wallpapers Auto Changer
NewScrean: 4D Wallpapers
Sock Wallpapers & Backgrounds
Notes - reminders and lists