Infobip’s analysis shows that despite the rise of new communication channels, SMS remains popular, with a 75% increase in use in 2022 compared to 2021.
News, Security
Facebook tests facial recognition tech to unlock accounts
Facebook says the facial verification would occur during the account recovery process, when two-factor authentication - which sends a code by SMS – cannot be accessed.1 2648
Callsign Director discusses the importance of combating scams with proper authentication
TahawulTech.com’s Deputy Editor, Daniel Shepherd, spoke with Saeed Ahmad, Managing Director, MENA, Callsign about the rise in fraudulent activity in the region and how organisations can better combat them through dynamic authentication technology.
CORONAVIRUS
Ginp banking malware takes advantage of coronavirus crisis: Kaspersky
Kaspersky researchers revealed that the infamous Ginp banking Trojan has acquired a new functionality – that takes advantage of the coronavirus outbreak.
Social media users risk facing hefty fines for “fake news”
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has once again warned UAE social media users against the potential legal implications of information on various online platforms.
DED-Ajman rolls out new service to automate trade licence renewals
The Department of Economic Development – Ajman has launched a new service that allows investors to automatically renew trade licences via SMS.
Credential reuse poses major threats to enterprise security
Digital Shadows has unveiled research into some of the main techniques cybercriminals are using to target organisations using stolen credentials which have been reused across a variety of sites and online forums.
ArpuPlus to expand regional presence with A2P services
Mobile value-added services (VAS) player in the MENA region and Emerging Markets, ArpuPlus, is looking to expand its presence in …
Best practices in dealing with cybercrime
What are the top cybercrime activities businesses need to watch out for, and what can be done to combat them?
Malware-as-a-service blossoms in Russia, vendor research finds
Highly organised Russian groups have transformed mobile hacking into an industrial scale business, a kind of “malware-as-a-service,” complete with marketing affiliates, distributors and customer support.
Android spyware infections on the rise, report says
An increasing number of Android phones are infected with mobile malware programs that are able to turn the handsets into spying devices.