New Android malware, FireScam, is targeting Russian users via phishing websites and a fake version of RuStore app. The malware disguises itself as a premium version of Telegram to trick users. Once downloaded, it persists on the device, stealing data and monitoring activity. The trojan affects Android versions 8 to 15, with experts advising caution with unsolicited emails, messages and URLs.

NZ halts data, digital jobs cuts and more briefs
New Zealand’s Te Whatu Ora Health has halted restructuring plans that included axing data and digital jobs, following a legal complaint by the Public Service