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EP 229.5 Deep Dive into Trashed; IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update for The Week Ending February 11th 2025
Frequently Asked Questions: Privacy, Security, and the State of Tech (Early 2025)
1. What is "SparkCat" and why is it significant?
SparkCat is malware discovered hiding in both the Apple App Store and Google Play. It uses optical character recognition (OCR) to scan users' photo galleries for cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases and uploads them to attacker-controlled servers. Over 242,000 Android users downloaded infected apps. It highlights the evolving sophistication of malware and the need for increased vigilance, even with apps from reputable sources.
2. What is the UK government asking…
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