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Discover the latest online threats and cyber security updates impacting global businesses and consumers, informed by F-Secure threat intelligence experts.
In summary:
From malicious smishing messages to deepfakes targeting businesses, this month’s F-Alert covers recent developments in online scams.
Explore how cyber crime is increasingly present on web platforms that everyday people use, such as Telegram, Discord, and even social media platforms.
Discover new developments in how privacy is handled in devices, from the use of Active Listening technology in phones to Apple's approach to integrating AI.
Are platforms like Telegram the new dark web?
Cyber crime used to be predominantly associated with the dark web. While it remains active there, we are now seeing a growing presence of criminal activity on 'clear web' platforms like Telegram, Discord, and social media platforms such as Facebook.
Exposing Active Listening technology in your phone
“Is my phone listening to me?” is a question that has been asked for years (we even covered it in a 2019 video). While some say no, a leaked Cox Media Group (CMG) pitch deck reveals that their Active Listening technology, designed for ad targeting based on what people say near their devices, proves otherwise.
Can blocking URLs in messages stop SMS scams?
In an effort to combat SMS scams, telecommunications companies nationwide have blocked the ability to send and receive text messages containing URLs and hyperlinks. While this is a significant step forward, it's important to acknowledge that it won’t completely eradicate the problem.
Inside Apple’s privacy-focused approach to AI
Apple’s upcoming release, Apple Intelligence (or Apple AI), promises a privacy-first approach for its users. However, with ongoing concerns and complaints about data protection and privacy surrounding generative AI, will Apple AI genuinely be any different?
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