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Samsung Will Ban Smart TV Apps Containing Residential Proxy Software

Samsung Will Ban Smart TV Apps Containing Residential Proxy Software

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A Samsung Smart TV app can pass review, remain dormant for months, and later be remotely activated as part of a residential proxy network. Samsung told TechCrunch that it will ban Smart TV apps containing residential proxy software after security researchers found that some apps could be remotely converted into proxy nodes. The software allows third parties to route internet traffic through users’ home connections.. The issue centers on certain software development kits, or SDKs, that developers can add to apps. Once activated, the code can use a television’s internet connection as part of a residential proxy network. The findings have renewed concerns about app-store reviews, platform trust, and user privacy because an app’s behavior can change long after it has been approved. What exactly went wrong Samsung’s policy change comes after LG adopted a similar ban following separate research that uncovered residential proxy software in some Smart TV apps. To investigate, researchers at the Norwegian cybersecurity firm Mnemonic obtained root access to a Samsung Smart TV, granting them low-level control over the device. As …

Supporters from India, abroad send food to demonstrators via delivery apps

Supporters from India, abroad send food to demonstrators via delivery apps

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As the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest against the alleged examination paper leaks at Jantar Mantar, an unusual wave of support has emerged from across India and even overseas. Supporters are reportedly placing food and beverage orders through delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato, instructing delivery partners to deliver the items free of charge to students and protesters, reported ANI.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

After username row, MeitY eyes uniform standards for messaging apps

After username row, MeitY eyes uniform standards for messaging apps

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The ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity) is working on common standards for messaging platforms operating in India, as it moves to formally oppose WhatsApp’s proposed username feature over concerns that it could fuel impersonation, online fraud and digital arrest scams while making law enforcement investigations more difficult, a government official familiar with the matter told HT. India News “We are not in favour of WhatsApp introducing this feature. Given its massive user base in India, usernames could make impersonation, digital arrest scams, online fraud and even investigations by law enforcement more difficult,” the official said. WhatsApp has more than three billion users worldwide, and India is among its largest markets. The push for a common standard amounts to an attempt to close a newly discovered regulatory gap: right now, the ministry has stopped one platform’s feature while rivals offer the same thing, without a rule that explicitly permits or denies such action “We are also looking at bringing in common standards for messaging platforms so there is legal backing for such decisions. It …

Centre tightens the screw on social media apps with WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram under scanner. But why?

Centre tightens the screw on social media apps with WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram under scanner. But why?

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After a paper leak brought Telegram under the government’s radar, the Centre’ scanner has now expanded to other social media platforms such as Instagram and WhatsApp. From Meta’s social media platforms to Telegram, the government is working toward stricter regulations on social media (Unsplash/Representational) The most recent row comes with WhatsApp’s username feature, which the Indian government has flagged as a major concern for privacy, impersonation and fraud. From Meta’s social media platforms to Telegram, here’s a look at the social media platforms under the scanner and why. The WhatsApp row WhatsApp, which is one of the social media platforms under Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, introduced a username feature, which would allow users to connect on the messaging platform without sharing their phone numbers. While the feature is yet to go live, WhatsApp allowed users to “reserve” usernames, which led to a flurry of memes online and concerns from the government. As reported by HT earlier, the government has asked Meta not to roll out the feature in India until consultations are complete. An official in …

Govt removes three Chinese apps linked to e-vehicle shutdowns

Govt removes three Chinese apps linked to e-vehicle shutdowns

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The government on Friday ordered removal of three Chinese apps — BAT-BMS, Lossigy, Epoch-i-ion —  that were being misused to remotely disable battery-operated vehicles in the country, sources said on Friday. The action from the government came after some videos surfaced showing that some e-rickshaws were being rendered inoperable through a remote shutdown feature linked to the Chinese smartphone application BAT-BMS. These videos sparked widespread concerns over the cybersecurity risks posed by such internet-connected vehicle management systems.  Many e-rickshaw drivers operating across Delhi’s busy Metro corridors say they are living in fear after a smartphone application allegedly began shutting down their vehicles in the middle of the road, leaving them stranded amid speeding traffic and exposing passengers to accidents. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own …

Centre orders blocking of battery management apps used to turn off e-rickshaws

Centre orders blocking of battery management apps used to turn off e-rickshaws

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Soft targets:  Testing standards to certify e-rickshaws do not include cybersecurity requirements. File photo for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Union government on Friday (July 3, 2026) issued orders to block battery management apps after some users discovered they were able to remotely use them to shut down e-rickshaw batteries even as those vehicles were transporting passengers, an official said. The apps, mostly developed by Chinese firms, appear to be designed for legitimate battery owners. The developers of three such apps —named by a Ministry official— Shenzhen Grenergy Technology, Shenzhen Ruichuang Lineng Technology, and Daly BMS, did not respond to queries from The Hindu.  It is unclear if banning the apps would completely eliminate the vulnerability, as these apps do not require internet access to hijack and shut off battery units without a configured password or PIN. Testing standards to certify e-rickshaws do not include cybersecurity requirements.  Lithium ion battery packs include battery management systems to monitor charge, voltage, temperature and cell health. Instagram reels demonstrating this vulnerability on roads went viral …

Govt orders Apple and Google to remove 7 mobile apps that stall e-rickshaws

Govt orders Apple and Google to remove 7 mobile apps that stall e-rickshaws

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The Centre has asked Apple and Google to remove at least seven mobile apps used to remotely disable battery-operated vehicles, days after videos of pranksters immobilising e-rickshaws with a tap on their smartphones went viral across Indian social media. E-rickshaw drivers wait for passengers at a stand in New Delhi. (Bloomberg File) The apps including BAT-BMS, Lossigy and Epoch-i-ion connect to vulnerable Bluetooth-enabled battery management systems (BMS) and have been used to switch off vehicles mid-journey, according to a senior government official at the Union ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity). “Any other such apps being misused will also be blocked,” a second government official said. Also Read | Govt to summon Meta over Instagram ads promoting child sexual abuse material: Sources The action is not being taken under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, the provision typically used to block online content and apps. “It doesn’t come within the ambit of 69A,” the senior Meity official said. Instead, the government is treating continued hosting of the apps as a potential legal violation …

Glucose Tracking for Children Is Moving Into Apps and Smart Devices

Glucose Tracking for Children Is Moving Into Apps and Smart Devices

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Dexcom’s Stelo is bringing over-the-counter glucose tracking into pediatrics, with phones, apps, and connected-device policies now part of the rollout. The FDA said June 12 that it cleared the Stelo Glucose Biosensor System for people 2 years and older who do not use insulin, making it the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor cleared for children. The clearance expands Stelo beyond its original March 2024 authorization for adults and gives families a prescription-free option for app-based glucose tracking. For health care, school IT, and benefits teams, the change adds a new operational layer: how to handle a pediatric medical device that depends on compatible phones, app access, nearby smart devices, and clear rules for who responds to glucose data. The FDA clearance applies to people 2 years and older who do not use insulin. That includes children using oral medication for diabetes and people tracking how meals, activity, and daily routines affect glucose patterns. Stelo pairs a wearable sensor with an app on a compatible smartphone or smart device, including a caregiver’s phone. The app displays …

Microsoft 365 Android Apps Had a Token Flaw IT Teams Should Check Now

Microsoft 365 Android Apps Had a Token Flaw IT Teams Should Check Now

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A debug flag left active in production code allowed another installed app on the same Android device to request Microsoft account tokens from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Microsoft Loop, and Microsoft 365 Copilot for Android without user interaction, according to research Enclave publicly disclosed on June 2, 2026. Microsoft patched the flaws and issued CVEs on May 12, 2026, but the technical details became public on June 2, when Enclave published its research and SecurityWeek reported on the findings. Microsoft Teams was not affected, and no in-the-wild exploitation has been publicly confirmed, but the disclosure gives IT teams a fresh reason to verify Android app updates and review Microsoft 365 mobile app governance. How the Android token flaw worked Microsoft 365 apps on Android share authentication tokens so users do not have to sign in again when moving from Word to Excel or PowerPoint. That handoff should stay within trusted Microsoft apps. The issue also comes as Microsoft is expanding its Android-based enterprise ambitions with Project Solara, making mobile trust boundaries more important for IT …

HSE, VHSE Result Direct Link apps at Saphalam and PRD app, SMS and DigiLocker

HSE, VHSE Result Direct Link apps at Saphalam and PRD app, SMS and DigiLocker

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3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 26, 2026 07:13 AM IST The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) Kerala will today announce the results of the Plus Two examinations at 3 pm. Students who appeared for the exam can check their DHSE Kerala results on the official websites at keralaresults.nic.in, results.kite.kerala.gov.in and results.kerala.gov.in and dhsekerala.gov.in, once the results are declared. Apart from these, students can also access their results via apps like Saphalam and PRD app, SMS and DigiLocker, in case of heavy volume of traffic on the official websites. DHSE Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 LIVE Updates The examinations were held between March 6 and March 28, 2026, in pen and paper mode. Over 4.5 lakh students are estimated to have appeared for the examination. Kerala +2 Results 2026: How to check on the Saphalam KITE app Step 1: Download the Saphalam KITE app from the Google Play Store Step 2: Open it, and select the HSE/Plus Two Result 2026 option Step 3: Enter your registration number and date of birth Step 4: Click on …