India is the top country for mobile malware attacks, accounting for 28% of all global threats, according to a report by Zscaler. Reporting on threats from mid-2023 to mid-2024, the cybersecurity research firm found a sharp rise in financially-focused mobile attacks, including a 29% increase in banking malware and a 111% boost in spyware. Scammers used techniques such as sending malware-infected wedding card PDFs via WhatsApp.
US recommends encrypted messaging as Chinese hackers linger in telecom networks
US government security officials have advised Americans to use encrypted messaging in response to a suspected Chinese hacking group, Salt Typhoon, infiltrating telecoms networks. Companies