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personal data theft

DroidBot banking virus steals PIN and unlock pattern from cell phone

Researchers have discovered a new banking virus called DroidBot used to steal victims' personal data and even the PIN and unlock pattern of mobile phones. Criminals are now using more sophisticated techniques to steal users' data. DroidBot is “integrated with more than 70 banking applications,…

Malicious advertising on Facebook executes SYS01 malware

A new way to steal personal data and hijack Facebook accounts is executed through malicious advertising that actually releases the dangerous SYS01 malware. Through Facebook ads disguised as desktop themes and games, the SYS01 malware is…