This week in cybersecurity has shed light on critical vulnerabilities and significant criminal activity affecting major organizations. Precision is paramount in this field; minor oversights can cascade into enormous security breaches. In this context, notable incidents underline systemic issues, such as reliance on outdated tools, sluggish risk responses, and a…
DoNot Team Linked to New Tanzeem Android Malware Aimed at Intelligence Gathering
The threat group known as DoNot Team is associated with a new Android malware linked to highly targeted cyber attacks. The malware, identified as Tanzeem (meaning “organization” in Urdu) and its update variant, was discovered by cybersecurity firm Cyfirma in October and December 2024. These applications share nearly identical functionalities, with only slight user interface changes. Cyfirma’s Friday analysis pointed out, “While designed as a chat application, it fails to operate after installation, crashing once the required permissions are granted.” The app’s name indicates a focus on targeting specific individuals or groups both domestically and internationally. DoNot Team, also known as APT-C-35, Origami Elephant, SECTOR02, and Viceroy Tiger, is a hacking group believed to originate from India, notorious for utilizing spear-phishing emails and various Android malware strains in their attacks.
DoNot Team Linked to Emerging Tanzeem Android Malware Targeting Intelligence Gathering January 20, 2025 In a notable development in the cyber threat landscape, the hacking group known as DoNot Team has been associated with a new strain of Android malware. This malware, identified as Tanzeem, which translates to “organization” in…
DoNot Team Linked to New Tanzeem Android Malware Aimed at Intelligence Gathering
The threat group known as DoNot Team is associated with a new Android malware linked to highly targeted cyber attacks. The malware, identified as Tanzeem (meaning “organization” in Urdu) and its update variant, was discovered by cybersecurity firm Cyfirma in October and December 2024. These applications share nearly identical functionalities, with only slight user interface changes. Cyfirma’s Friday analysis pointed out, “While designed as a chat application, it fails to operate after installation, crashing once the required permissions are granted.” The app’s name indicates a focus on targeting specific individuals or groups both domestically and internationally. DoNot Team, also known as APT-C-35, Origami Elephant, SECTOR02, and Viceroy Tiger, is a hacking group believed to originate from India, notorious for utilizing spear-phishing emails and various Android malware strains in their attacks.
Google’s Gemini AI Update Raises Privacy Concerns Beginning today, Google has initiated a significant change that allows its Gemini AI engine to interact with third-party applications, including popular services like WhatsApp, regardless of prior user settings designed to restrict such interactions. Users who wish to maintain their initial privacy settings…
The recent cyber attack on Qantas has sent shockwaves through the security community, highlighting the evolving methods employed by decentralized global hacking groups. Expert analysis has shed light on the agile and organized tactics that characterize these groups, prompting deeper scrutiny into the vulnerabilities that major corporations and their third-party…
FBI Warns of Widespread Malware Infection in Low-Cost Media Devices Millions of affordable devices catering to media streaming, automotive entertainment, and video projection are reportedly compromised by malware, transforming consumer networks into conduits for distributing malicious software, obscuring unauthorized communications, and executing various illicit operations. This alarming report has been…
In response to the growing threat posed by mercenary spyware and other targeted cyber dangers, major technology firms, including Apple, Google, and Microsoft, have committed significant resources over recent years to fortify the digital security of their most vulnerable users worldwide. Apple’s implementation of Lockdown Mode in 2022 exemplifies a…
Google Introduces Advanced Protection Mode to Strengthen Android Security In response to escalating threats against mobile devices, Google has announced the introduction of a new security feature designed to bolster Android’s defenses against malware attacks, insecure network vulnerabilities, and unsolicited messaging scams. The Advanced Protection mode, which will be integrated…
WhatsApp Secures $167 Million Verdict Against NSO Group for Cyber Exploitation In a significant legal victory, WhatsApp has been awarded $167 million in punitive damages against Israel’s NSO Group, following serious allegations regarding the exploitation of a software vulnerability that compromised thousands of user devices. The jury’s verdict, delivered on…
According to a recent report from Zimperium zLabs, a troubling trend has emerged within the mobile technology sector: approximately 50% of mobile devices globally operate on outdated or obsolete operating systems. Such a situation presents severe security vulnerabilities, exposing these devices to a range of evolving cyber threats. This issue…
