Android

Android smartphone owners who use messengers are at risk.

Scammers have figured out how to send text messages that actually bypass cellular networks. How does illicit “SMS blasting” work, why does it matter for travelers, and how to stay safe.

Google has rolled out an update for Android that gives Gemini access to your Phone, Messages, WhatsApp, and Utilities data without your explicit consent. Here’s a detailed guide on how to disable these permissions.

This marks the second time we’ve found a stealer Trojan in the App Store.

Can your photos be viewed, stolen, or deleted when your smartphone is plugged into a public charging station? As it turns out — yes!

Counterfeit smartphones imitating well-known brands and offered online come pre-installed with the powerful Triada Trojan.

A dozen short and simple tips on how to use WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, iMessage, WeChat, and other messaging apps safely and hassle-free.

Apple’s Find My network can be exploited to remotely track other vendors’ Android, Windows, and Linux devices.

We dive into the mechanics of the controversial nude-scanning app that has mysteriously materialized on a billion phones.

We break down the most covert mechanism of smartphone surveillance using real-life examples.

Eight signs your WhatsApp account has been stolen — and steps to recover and protect it.

The recent leak at major location-data broker, Gravy Analytics, shines a light on the implications of mass location-data collection.

We look into every method of hijacking WhatsApp, Telegram, and other messaging accounts – from quishing to fake gifts and viruses, and ways to protect yourself against them.

We’ve discovered apps in the official Apple and Google stores that steal cryptocurrency wallet data by analyzing photos.

Attackers are pumping out fake wedding invitations containing malicious APKs to Android users. To find out how to guard against this new threat, read on.

Our Android apps are no longer available on Google Play. We explain how to download, install, and update them by alternative means.

We explain how to detect if scammers have gained access to your Telegram account, and what to do about it.

A step-by-step guide for those who may be tracked through stalker apps or wireless beacons.

We’ve updated the design of our password manager’s mobile version. Storing and managing passwords is now even more convenient.

Our products are no longer available on Google Play. We explain why this happened, and how to install or update our apps for Android.

At risk are users of modified versions of Spotify, WhatsApp, Minecraft, and other apps from Google Play.