Yes, even smart TVs can be hit by Android ransomware
Researchers are actively tracking a ransomware family whose variants can infect all Android devices, including smart TVs.
David Bisson reports.
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Forget Game of Thrones as Android ransomware infects TVs – The Register
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Forget Game of Thrones as Android ransomware infects TVs
The Register Researchers at Trend Micro have spotted a new variant of ransomware code that can be used to lock down Android-powered smartphones and televisions. The FLocker (short for the Frantic Locker) malware has been in circulation since at least April 2015 … FLocker Android Ransomware Now Infects Smart TVs New FLocker ransomware locks smart TVs running on Android |
CryptXXX Ransomware Jumps From Angler to Neutrino Exploit Kit – Threatpost
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CryptXXX Ransomware Jumps From Angler to Neutrino Exploit Kit
Threatpost Crooks behind the revamped CryptXXX 3.100 ransomware have switched its distribution from the Angler Exploit Kit to the Neutrino Exploit Kit. The sudden change in distribution was spotted on Monday by researchers at the SANS Internet Storm Center. |
Ransomware, Android Security Threats Rise Significantly – Channel Partners
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Ransomware, Android Security Threats Rise Significantly
Channel Partners PRESS RELEASE — BOSTON, June 1, 2016 – Quick Heal Technologies today announced the results of its First Quarter Threat Report for 2016. The complete report, which can be downloaded from the Quick Heal website, offers insight into the rising threat of … |