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New spyware AdFection targets devices via ads; RoboCop TV series and Swamp Thing movie updates

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A new type of spyware called AdFection has been identified by Citizen Lab, which infects devices through online advertising networks. Separately, James Wan confirmed that Paul Verhoeven is involved in Amazon's 'RoboCop' TV series, and the 'Swamp Thing' movie is still in development. AI

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New spyware AdFection targets devices via ads; RoboCop TV series and Swamp Thing movie updates

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    The New ‘Swamp Thing’ Movie Isn’t Dead Yet Plus, James Wan confirms Paul Verhoeven is working on Amazon's 'RoboCop' TV series. https:// gizmodo.com/the-new-swam

    The New ‘Swamp Thing’ Movie Isn’t Dead Yet Plus, James Wan confirms Paul Verhoeven is working on Amazon's 'RoboCop' TV series. https:// gizmodo.com/the-new-swamp-thin g-movie-isnt-dead-yet-2000826130 # Tech # Technology # TechNews # AI # Gadgets # Software # Cybersecurity # Apple…

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  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    CitizenLab details new spyware triggered by online advertising A new type of spyware dubbed "AdFection" is infecting phones and computers via global online adve

    CitizenLab details new spyware triggered by online advertising A new type of spyware dubbed "AdFection" is infecting phones and computers via global online advertising networks. https://www. engadget.com/2287417/citizenla b-details-new-spyware-triggered-by-online-advertising/ # T…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/citizenlab-details-new-spy…

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