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GOOGL

The Chameleon banking trojan, first identified in January 2023, has evolved with new capabilities to disable biometric authentication on Android devices, allowing it to steal passwords and PINs. The malware, which initially targeted users in Australia and Poland, is now also affecting users in the U.K. and Italy. It disguises itself as Google Chrome apps and exploits Android 13's 'Restricted Settings' to bypass security measures. Alphabet Inc. (GOOG, GOOGL) is mentioned as the trojan masquerades as its Google Chrome apps.

Portfolio Pulse from Rounak Jain

December 27, 2023 | 12:57 pm

STLA

TSLA

Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) and Stellantis NV's Chrysler (NYSE:STLA) lead U.S. recalls in 2023, with Ford at 55 recalls for 5.9 million vehicles and Chrysler at 45 recalls for 2.7 million vehicles. Honda's American unit had 19 recalls affecting 6.3 million vehicles. Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), despite 14 recalls affecting 2.6 million vehicles, did not rank in the top 12 for recalls. The high recall numbers for Ford and Chrysler are attributed to their longer history, diverse vehicle lineup, and larger fleet compared to Tesla.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

December 27, 2023 | 7:31 am

AAPL

TGT

Former iPhone thief Aaron Johnson revealed methods for stealing iPhone passcodes to access financial accounts, leading to identity theft. Thieves target public spaces, watch users enter passcodes, and then steal the phones to change Apple ID and FaceID settings. They exploit the devices to make purchases, notably at Target (TGT), before wiping and selling them. Apple (AAPL) responded by introducing 'Stolen Device Protection' in iOS 17.3, requiring biometric verification to change Apple ID or disable Find My iPhone.

Portfolio Pulse from Erica Kollmann

December 26, 2023 | 10:26 pm

USO

MSC Mediterranean Shipping's container ship, MSC United VIII, was attacked on Dec. 26 while transiting the Red Sea, going from King Abdullah Port, Saudi Arabia to Karachi, Pakistan.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 26, 2023 | 7:06 pm

TTWO

Take-Two Interactive Software Inc's (NASDAQ:TTWO) Rockstar Games faces a significant security threat after the full source code of GTA 5 and other unpublished content were leaked online. The leaks could enable the development of sophisticated cheats and pose risks to player safety in GTA Online. The breach also compromises the personal information of Rockstar employees, raising concerns about privacy violations and security threats. TTWO's stock is slightly down following the news.

Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti

December 26, 2023 | 7:05 pm

USO

Yemen's Houthi military spokesman announced that they targeted the MSC United commercial ship in the Red Sea with missiles after it ignored three warning calls. The incident was reported by Reuters with a corrected headline.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 26, 2023 | 6:46 pm

USO

Yemen's Houthi military spokesman announced that they hit an MSC United commercial ship in the Red Sea with missiles after it ignored three warning calls. The incident was reported by Reuters.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

December 26, 2023 | 6:06 pm

PARA

Paramount Global (NASDAQ:PARA) experienced a data breach in December 2022, affecting 82,128 individuals' sensitive financial details. The breach was discovered in August 2023 but only recently disclosed. The breach notification to Maine's attorney general did not specify the stolen information but indicated potential implications for employee data. National Amusements, owner of Paramount and CBS, faced a separate security incident in August involving customer personal data. The nature of the cyberattack and any ransom details remain undisclosed. PARA shares saw a slight increase of 0.27% to $15.04.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

December 26, 2023 | 5:09 pm

PARA

PARAA

National Amusements, the parent company of Paramount and CBS, reported a data breach affecting 82,128 individuals, with personal and financial information stolen. The breach occurred in December 2022 but was only disclosed a year later. Paramount also experienced a separate security incident in August, with customer personal information compromised. The impact on Paramount Global (PARA, PARAA) could be negative due to potential reputational damage and financial implications.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

December 26, 2023 | 3:55 pm

AMD

INTC

NVDA

QQQ

SPY

SSNLF

TSM

Nvidia Corp (NVDA) is outperforming peers AMD and INTC, with expected FY23 revenue of $58.86 billion, a 118% increase year-on-year. However, production delays at key suppliers TSMC (TSM) and Samsung (SSNLF) in their Arizona and Texas plants may impact Nvidia. These plants may be delayed until after the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Additionally, a U.S. Department of Commerce survey in 2024 on legacy chip sourcing could pose risks for Nvidia's China market. Chinese companies are also developing AI products to circumvent U.S. technology embargoes. NVDA stock has gained over 241% year-to-date, outpacing gains by AMD, INTC, SPY, and QQQ.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

December 26, 2023 | 2:04 pm