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Meta Files Contempt Motion Against NSO Group Over WhatsApp Spear-Phishing Attack on Journalists
Meta has filed a federal contempt motion against NSO Group alleging the Israeli spyware vendor violated a 2021 court order by deploying new WhatsApp-based spear-phishing infrastructure targeting journalists and human rights defenders. The case highlights the persistent challenge of enforcement against commercial spyware vendors whose products operate outside regulatory frameworks.
TCLBanker Banking Trojan Spreads via WhatsApp and Outlook Worm Modules, Targets 59 Financial Platforms
Elastic Security has identified TCLBanker (tracked as REF3076 / Water Saci), an evolution of the Maverick banking trojan family, deploying worm modules that spread via WhatsApp message injection and Outlook email campaigns from infected machines. TCLBanker targets users of 59 financial platforms including online banking, cryptocurrency exchanges, and payment services. The malware uses DLL side-loading via legitimate Logitech software and employs anti-analysis watchdog processes to resist removal.