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PlayboxTV introduces T20 Dhamaka
Mumbai: As cricket fever sweeps the nation with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, PlayboxTV introduces its latest plan: PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka. With the PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka, users can dive into a diverse array of content across various genres, from LIVE sports and movies to TV shows and documentaries. This unique package is designed to cater to the varied tastes of Indian viewers, combining the thrill of LIVE T20 matches with the convenience of on-demand streaming.
PlayboxTV founder and CEO Aamir Mulani commented, “Cricket holds a special place in the hearts of all Indians and we’re committed to keeping that spirit alive. We’re thrilled to introduce our new PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka, making the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Disney+ Hotstar available to a wider audience.”
At an unbeatable price of Rs 149 per month, PlayboxTV which includes Disney+ Hotstar subscription, offers an exceptional value for money. Subscribers can enjoy premium content on multiple devices, making quality entertainment accessible to a wider audience. Besides the cricketing action, the package includes access to a total of 20 popular OTT platforms, ensuring a vast library of content. Whether you’re a fan of Bollywood blockbusters, international TV series, regional films, or the latest web series, you can now watch all you love with just one subscription.
Subscribing to the PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka is simple and quick. Interested users can visit the PlayboxTV website or download the PlayboxTV app. After selecting the PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka package, subscribers can enjoy instant access to a world of entertainment at their fingertips. As the action of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 unfolds on Disney+ Hotstar, PlayboxTV T20 Dhamaka stands out as the perfect subscription plan combining cricket craze and diverse entertainment needs. The subscription plan becomes even more affordable with the yearly plan at Rs 1499 offering nearly two months of savings.
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Meta warns 200 users after fake Whatsapp spyware attack
Italy-targeted campaign used unofficial app to deploy surveillance spyware.
MUMBAI: It looked like a message, but it behaved like a mole. Meta has warned around 200 users most of them in Italy after uncovering a targeted spyware campaign that weaponised a fake version of WhatsApp to infiltrate devices. The attack, first reported by Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata, relied on classic social engineering with a modern twist: persuading users to download an unofficial WhatsApp clone embedded with surveillance software. The malicious application, believed to be developed by Italian firm SIO through its subsidiary ASIGINT, was designed to mimic the real app closely enough to bypass suspicion.
Meta’s security teams identified roughly 200 individuals who may have installed the compromised version, triggering immediate countermeasures. Affected users were logged out of their accounts and issued alerts warning of potential privacy breaches, with the company describing the incident as a “targeted social engineering attempt” aimed at gaining device-level access.
The malicious app was not distributed via official app stores but circulated through third-party channels, where it was presented as a legitimate WhatsApp alternative. Once installed, it reportedly allowed external operators to access sensitive data stored on the device turning a simple download into a potential surveillance gateway.
According to Techcrunch, Meta is now preparing legal action against the spyware developers to curb further misuse. The company, however, has not disclosed details about the specific individuals targeted or the extent of data compromised.
A Whatsapp spokesperson reiterated that user safety remains the top priority, particularly for those misled into installing the fake iOS application. Meanwhile, reports from La Repubblica suggest the spyware may be linked to “Spyrtacus”, a strain previously associated with Android-based attacks that could intercept calls, activate microphones and even access cameras.
The episode underscores a growing reality in the digital age, the threat is no longer just what you download, but where you download it from. As unofficial apps become increasingly convincing, the line between communication tool and covert surveillance is getting harder to spot and far easier to exploit.
