Tag: tiktok
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TikTok Tutorials Spread Vidar Stealer via Fake Software Lures
Cybercriminals are using TikTok and Instagram Reels to spread the Vidar infostealer by disguising it as free software tutorials, tricking viewers into downloading malware. By reporting these accounts, users can help take them down and slow down the attackers' momentum.

Lawsuit Alleges Dating App Meete Exploits Users' Likenesses
A Tennessee lawsuit claims dating app Meete used a young woman's TikTok video in an ad without her consent, sparking concerns over user exploitation. The case highlights the alarming trend of apps profiting from users' likenesses without permission.

TikTok Phishing: Alarming AiTM Campaign Targets Business Accounts
Beware of a sneaky new phishing campaign targeting TikTok Business accounts, using clever AiTM tactics to steal login credentials. Don't get caught out - stay vigilant and protect your account from these cunning cyber threats!

US TikTok user data Exclusive Risky Fix
Oracle will host U.S. TikTok data on American servers — a move pitched as a security-first fix to ease fears about Chinese access, but skeptics worry it could be more paper shield than real protection. The deal’s success will hinge on strong cryptographic controls, independent audits and transparent oversight, not just where the servers sit.

TikTok’s US operations: Exclusive Risky Power Grab
President Trump says Michael Dell is part of a consortium — reportedly including Larry Ellison and the Murdochs — aiming to buy TikTok’s U.S. operations, reigniting a high-stakes debate over data security and who controls a platform used by tens of millions every day.

TikTok Faces New EU Data Privacy Concerns Over China Links
With TikTok under fresh EU scrutiny for possibly exposing user data to China, millions are left wondering: who really holds the keys to our digital lives?

TikTok Faces Renewed EU Data Privacy Scrutiny Over China Links
TikTok is back under the EU microscope, as regulators dive deep into whether your data is being stored in China—raising big questions about privacy, trust, and who really holds the keys to your information.

Taiwan NSB Alerts Public on Data Risks from TikTok, Weibo, and RedNote Over China Ties
Taiwan’s NSB warns citizens of data privacy risks from TikTok, Weibo, and RedNote due to their connections with China. Stay informed and secure.

Taiwan Raises Concerns Over Data Security Violations by Chinese Apps
Taiwan warns of data security risks linked to Chinese apps, highlighting potential violations and the need for stronger digital protection measures.

Trump Administration Extends TikTok Sell-or-Die Deadline for the Third Time
Trump Administration extends TikTok’s sell-or-die deadline for the third time, amid ongoing negotiations and concerns over national security.

Infostealer Attackers Deploy AI-Generated Videos on TikTok
Infostealer attackers use AI-crafted TikTok videos to lure victims and steal data, marking a rising cyber threat.

Hackers Use TikTok Videos to Distribute Vidar and StealC Malware via ClickFix Technique
Hackers use TikTok videos to spread Vidar and StealC malware via the ClickFix technique. Uncover how this digital threat targets your security.

TikTok Videos Exploited to Distribute Infostealer Malware in ClickFix Campaigns
TikTok videos exploited for ClickFix malware distribution: infostealer campaign targets personal data and exposes users to cybersecurity risks.

AI-Generated TikTok Videos Exploit Infostealer Malware Tactics
AI-generated TikTok videos mask infostealer malware tactics, tricking users with deceptive content. Learn to spot and avoid these cyber threats.

Malicious PyPI Packages Use Social Media APIs to Validate User Accounts
Malicious PyPI packages exploit social media APIs to validate user accounts, heightening risk and enabling targeted deception.

RSA Conf wrap: AI and China on everything, everywhere, all at once
RSA Conf wrap: Unpacking AI’s transformative role and China’s global impact across tech, policy, and everyday life everywhere, all at once.

TikTok Fined €530m Over Transfers of European User Data to China
TikTok fined €530m by EU for illegal transfer of European user data to China, escalating serious data privacy and sovereignty concerns.

Trump promises protection for TikTok, for which he has a ‘warm spot in my heart’
Trump pledges to protect TikTok, declaring it holds a “warm spot in my heart.” Discover his bold stance on tech security and digital diplomacy.