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AdFection: First confirmed zero-click spyware delivery via targeted online ads

Citizen Lab and Confiant have confirmed the first known instance of 'AdFection,' a zero-click spyware attack delivered through targeted online ads. The Israeli firm Discover-Tech, operating under the guise of a legitimate ad agency, used its platform 'Controlium' to profile and infect devices for spyware vendor Candiru. At least 45 devices at Al Jazeera were compromised in 2024-2025. Major ad platforms, including Google and IAB Europe, have since banned Discover-Tech following the disclosure.

via The Verge|

#adfection #al-jazeera #candiru

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Researchers Reveal GPT-5 Jailbreak and Zero-Click AI Attacks Threatening Cloud and IoT Security

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered sophisticated jailbreak techniques and zero-click AI agent attacks targeting GPT-5 and cloud/IoT systems, exposing vulnerabilities in AI safety measures and highlighting the increasing risks of indirect prompt injections and external system integrations. These attacks can manipulate AI models to generate harmful content or exfiltrate sensitive data without user interaction, emphasizing the need for improved security protocols in AI development.

via The Hacker News|

#ai-security #cloud-security #gpt-5-jailbreak

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

NSA Urges Weekly Phone Reboots to Thwart Cyberattacks

The NSA advises iPhone and Android users to reboot their devices weekly to protect against zero-click cyberattacks, which can install spyware without user interaction. Additional recommendations include regularly updating software, disabling Bluetooth and WiFi when not in use, and avoiding public WiFi networks. These measures, while not foolproof, can help mitigate the risk of cyberattacks and protect sensitive information.

via Daily Mail|

#cybersecurity #nsa #rebooting-devices