Tuesday, 8 December 2015

Ghost Security uncover hidden smartphone app used by Islamic State to spread propaganda

WITH hacktivism groups successfully disrupting the propaganda channels of Islamic State, the terrorist organisation has been forced to re-evaluate its methods.

In an attempt to stifle the efforts of hacking collectives, the terrorist organisation created its own app for Android smartphones.

Released by Amaq News Agency — a known IS propaganda outlet — the app has the sole purpose of showing “life inside the caliphate”.

This means Jihadists can watch beheading videos and speeches delivered by leaders within the terrorist organisation.

It also allows Islamic State to claim responsibility for terrorist attacks across the globe.

The app, which is not available in Google Play, was discovered by hacking collectiveGhost Security during a online search for IS-related propaganda. For the full article click here 



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