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That annoying SMS phish you just got may have come from a box like this

The researchers added: “This campaign is notable in that it demonstrates how impactful smishing operations can be executed using simple, accessible infrastructure. Given the strategic utility of such equipment, it is highly likely that similar devices are already being exploited in ongoing or future smishing campaigns.” Sekoia said it’s unclear how the devices are being… Read More: That annoying SMS phish you just got may have come… »

Hacker group incorporates DNS hijacking into its malicious website campaign

Enlarge / DNS hijacking concept. reader comments 16 with 0 posters participating Share this story Researchers have uncovered a malicious Android app that can tamper with the wireless router the infected phone is connected to and force the router to send all network devices to malicious sites. The malicious app, found by Kaspersky, uses a… Read More: Hacker group incorporates DNS hijacking into its malicious website campaign »