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We found more Minecraft modpacks and a file recovery utility available in Google Play concealing malicious adware.

More than 20 apps on Google Play that promised cool Minecraft mods turned out to be malicious.

Overpriced apps entice Google Play and App Store users with a free trial period, and then charge them for a paid subscription even when uninstalled.

How a photo editor app from Google Play secretly signed up users for unwanted paid services.

Fortnite for Android is not available on Google Play. We explain how to download and install it properly, and what else to do to stay safe.

Our experts recently discovered an app called Guide for Pokémon Go distributed via Google Play. It looks like a single app created to help players of the much-hyped gaming title. But a little while after it’s installed, the app roots the device. Rooting makes the malware capable of installing and deleting additional apps.

We discovered a Pokémon Go Trojan in Google Play. It had already been downloaded 500,000 times.

Acecard is one of the most advanced banking trojans. It’s capable of overlaying more than 30 banks’ and financial systems’ apps and is spread via Google Play.

Adults can choose to face the financial consequences of their own actions, but they may want to know how to prevent their kids from running up exorbitant credit card bills tied to the parents’ iTunes or Google Play accounts.

It steals passwords, banking credentials, and verification codes, and lets attackers control a smartphone remotely. Here’s why this new Android threat is so dangerous, and how it manages to transfer stolen data home.

ClickFix attacks, which were once seen mostly on Windows, are now spreading to macOS. We break down the mechanics of the attack, and ways to protect your device.

Looking for a hentai game, but ended up with malware? Attackers are hiding the Argamal remote access Trojan inside hentai games, and distributing it through dedicated websites and torrent trackers. We break down how this malware works, why it’s dangerous, and how to keep your computer from becoming a goldmine for blackmailers.

We break down Elon Musk’s new messaging app, XChat: here’s what we know about its end-to-end encryption, and whether the new service can truly compete with Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram.

We break down how cybercriminals are using fake IPTV apps to spread malware, and how you can protect your devices and data during the World Cup.

Are you sure your Android TV box is secure? Cutting corners on streaming subscriptions could turn your device into part of a botnet, leave your IP addresses up for rent, and trigger other serious headaches.

Why subscription owners need to prioritize personal and family cybersecurity.

The emergence of DarkSword and Coruna — new malware targeting iOS — shows exactly how government intelligence tools are being repurposed as weapons for cybercriminals. We break down how these attacks work, why they’re so dangerous, and what you can do to not get infected.

We break down the BeatBanker trojan attack, which combines espionage, crypto theft, and mining with inventive ways to dig its heels into a smartphone.

We’re diving into why mental health apps have become a headache for their users, and how to minimize the risks of medical data leaks.

NFC relay attacks, pre-installed Trojans, and other nasties ruining the Android experience in 2026.

Generative AI has taken sextortion techniques to a whole new level — now, any social media user can become a victim. How can you protect yourself and your loved ones?