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How to delete your search history and why that’s important

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It’s a good idea to clear your browser history regularly. (Photo: Getty)

You may not give your search history much thought, but by practicing good browser hygiene, you can help maintain your privacy online.

Your computer’s search history is like a diary of your life. If you don’t delete it regularly, you might be exposing more sensitive data than you think. So it’s a good idea to clear your browsing history now and then. And if you ever use a public computer, always clear your search history after each session.

Installing and running a powerful tool like System Mechanic can assist in keeping your browsing history private. Quick Scan, a program that comes with System Mechanic, alerts you to any compromised privacy settings and helps find browser-stored passwords that may be vulnerable to hacking.

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You can also help maintain your privacy while online by opening a private browsing window, called “incognito” in some browsers. You can close it when you’re done and delete your browsing history on the browsers you use.

However, it’s important to point out that when you clear, delete, or hide browsing history on-screen, you do not remove your visits to those websites. In other words, even though the next person to use your computer won’t be able to see where you’ve been if you clear your history, the sites you visit still can. If you’re concerned about websites sharing your data with a third party, installing a system tune-up like System Mechanic can help. The software helps prevent your private data from being shared with third-party companies.

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Use a public computer? Be sure to clear your browser history each time. (Photo: Getty)

Leaving breadcrumbs of your identity all over the internet can make it easier for scammers to collect enough information about your private life to deceive you.

“No matter what information someone contacting you already claims to have about you, never confirm or help fill out that data further, or provide them any additional information…

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Over 400 million Android users at risk as dangerous malware found in 101 apps: Check full list and delete now

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By Divya Bhati: Researchers have flagged a new highly dangerous malware that has infected more than 100 apps on Google Play Store. Security researchers at Dr. Web, with BleepingComputer have discovered a new spyware called ‘SpinOK’ which has infected over 100 android applications available for download. What makes the situation more concerning is that these apps have been downloaded 421,290,300 times and this puts a significant number of Android users at risk of cyber threat.

While Google has been informed about the issues and reportedly removed the apps, researchers have advised users to delete these apps, take precautions, and refrain from downloading any similar apps in the future.

What is SpinOK malware

Revealing more about ‘SpinOK’, the study cites that this trojan malware disguises itself as an advertisement SDK and appears to be legitimate by offering mini-games with daily rewards to attract users. However, once downloaded, the malware steals private data stored on users’ devices and sends it to a remote server. The report further reveals that the infected apps had varying levels of malicious content, with some still containing harmful software, while others had specific versions or were completely removed from the store.

“On the surface, the SpinOk module is designed to maintain users’ interest in apps with the help of mini-games, a system of tasks, and alleged prizes and reward drawings,” the report by Doctor Web reveals.

Delete these Android apps

Here is the list of top 10 apps which are infected with malware:

  1. Noizz- video editor with music (at least 100,000,000 downloads).
  2. Zapya – File Transfer, Share (at least 100,000,000 downloads ; the trojan module was present in version 6.3.3 to version 6.4 and is no longer present in current version 6.4.1).
  3. VFly: video editor&video maker (at least 50,000,000 downloads).
  4. MVBit – MV video status maker (at least 50,000,000 downloads).
  5. Biugo – video maker&video editor (at least 50,000,000 downloads).
  6. Crazy Drop (at least 10,000,000 downloads).
  7. Cashzine – Earn money reward (at least 10,000,000 downloads).
  8. Fizzo Novel – Reading Offline (at least 10,000,000 downloads).
  9. CashEM: Get Rewards (at least 5,000,000 downloads).
  10. Tick: watch to earn…

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I’m a security expert – two ‘malicious’ Android apps to delete from your phone right away

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A CYBER-SECURITY expert has revealed the warning signs you need to check on your Android phone that show whether an app is secretly malicious.

The clues are often plain as day if you know where to look, according to the pro.

Most Android apps are safe – but watch out for the warning signsCredit: Google

There are two warning signs that you definitely need to watch out for.

And if you see either, it’s worth deleting the app right away.

The U.S. Sun spoke to Zane Bond, Head of Product at Keeper Security, who revealed when you should be concerned about an app.

“One way is to check the app’s privacy policy,” Zane told us.

“A reputable app will have a clear and concise privacy policy that outlines how it uses your data and what kind of information it collects.

“If an app’s privacy policy seems vague or doesn’t exist, it’s best to err on the side of caution and avoid using the app altogether.”

Any time that an Android app conceals what it’s doing, that should be cause for concern.

Another area where you might want to worry is if an app is “abusing its security permissions”.

“Some apps may request access to sensitive information such as your location, contacts, camera and microphone as part of their vague terms and conditions,” Zane warned.

Often apps will need to access sensitive parts of your phone to work properly.

Imagine trying to use Uber without offering up your location, or Skype with no microphone access.

That’s perfectly normal so that you can take advantage of all the app’s features.

But some apps might go too far and access permissions it doesn’t need – and this is a red flag.

“When you download an app, it will typically ask for permission to access certain features or data on your device,” Zane said.

“For example, a social media app may request access to your camera and microphone to allow you to take pictures and record videos.

“However, if an app requests access to sensitive information that it doesn’t need to function properly, this is a red flag that it may be abusing its security permissions.

“These permissions can typically be changed in your phone’s settings.”

It’s important to keep track of apps and the permissions they’re using.

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Android users urged to delete these 19 Google Play Store apps infected with money-sucking malware

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Millions of Android users are being warned to check their phone for a string of apps which have been hijacked my malicious viruses.

There are three main viruses currently using 19 apps to steal sensitive information and secretly sign up users to premium services, monetising the infection.

One of the malware strains has already been downloaded more than three million times.

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Because Android is an open source operating system, it can run any third-party app, unlike iOS.

While this makes devices more customisable, it also leaves them open to harmful cyber attacks, with malware commonly hidden in the coding of seemingly harmless apps.

According to the experts at MalwareFox, cyber criminals download real apps from the Google Play Store, and inject malicious viruses into the backend coding of those programs, before re-uploading them to the store under a new name.

Malware is always adapting and finding new ways to invade devices, but cybersecurity experts are always on the hunt for them.

Here are the viruses currently doing the rounds, and the apps they are hiding in, according to MalwareFox.

Joker Spyware

This spyware gathers sensitive data like contact lists and SMS messages, and can register the device for premium services without consent.

It is hiding in the following apps:

  • Simple Note Scanner – com.wuwan.pdfscan
  • Universal PDF Scanner – com.unpdf.scan.read.docscanuniver
  • Private Messenger – com.recollect.linkus
  • Premium SMS – com.premium.put.trustsms
  • Blood Pressure Checker – com.bloodpressurechecker.tangjiang
  • Cool Keyboard – com.colate.gthemekeyboard
  • Paint Art
  • Color Message.

Harly Trojan

This Trojan uses China Telecom’s code — 46011, according to Malware experts at Kaspersky, which say it gives clues to suggest the malware developers are located in China.

It can also subscribe users to premium services in an invisible window to monetise the infection.

It is hiding in the following apps:

  • Fare Gamehub and Box
  • Hope Camera-Picture Record
  • Same Launcher and Live Wallpaper
  • Amazing Wallpaper
  • Cool Emoji Editor and Sticker

Autolycos Malware

This malware has already been downloaded more than three million times, according to PCrisk.

It also…

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