Until now, the threat of ransomware consisted of encrypting the files of the infected computer to demand a ransom to release them or not filter them. A recent study by the Stairwell research team found that they now target data destruction to force payment.
The research team used the Exmatter…
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WhatsApp works on message reaction with emojis
WhatsApp is developing reactions to messages with emojis, it is a new beta update, secured by end-to-end encryption, for Android and iOS. This was reported by the WaBetaInfo portal through its Twitter account.
The media also pointed out…
Facebook Messenger launches voice and video calls
Facebook Messenger has launched a new option that allows its users to make voice or video calls with end-to-end encryption, a security feature that only allows call participants to access data.
The messaging app has given more privacy…
WhatsApp will protect backups saved on Google Drive
WhatsApp has been working on the encryption of backups in the cloud for a long time, a function that it has just introduced in the beta version of the Android application and that will reach users in a future update.
The company has…