Android Malware
SoumniBot Mobile Malware Targets Android Devices
A newly discovered Android trojan named SoumniBot has been identified in the field targeting users in South Korea by exploiting vulnerabilities in the procedure for extracting and parsing manifests. According to... Read more
PixPirate Banking Trojan Targets Android Devices
The PixPirate Android banking trojan's operators have adopted a novel tactic to elude detection on compromised devices and gather sensitive data from users in Brazil. According to IBM's recent technical report, this... Read more
VajraSpy Malware Targets Mobile Android Devices
VajraSpy is a remote access trojan (RAT) designed specifically for targeted espionage on Android devices. This malicious software has a broad range of functions, including stealing data, recording calls, intercepting... Read more
SecuriDropper Mobile Malware Manages to Dodge Detection
Cybersecurity experts have unveiled a new Android dropper service known as SecuriDropper, which circumvents Google's latest security restrictions and delivers malware. Dropper malware for Android is designed to act as... Read more
Thousands of Android Adware Apps Hide in Fake Cracked Packages
A large-scale adware campaign targeting Android devices has been discovered, involving thousands of apps disguised as cracked or modded versions of popular applications. The campaign, ongoing since October 2022, aims... Read more
DogeRAT Targets Android Devices
Researchers from India have identified a sophisticated new malware campaign called DogeRAT that is targeting users across multiple industries and devices. The cyber attackers are using social media apps to distribute... Read more
XploitSpy Mobile Malware Deployed Against South Asia Victims
A recent Android malware campaign known as eXotic Visit has been predominantly targeting users in South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan. The malware is being spread through dedicated websites and the Google... Read more
Greenbean Banking Trojan Targets Android Users
Greenbean, identified as a banking trojan, specifically targets Android operating systems and has been in existence since at least 2023. This malicious software is designed to focus on acquiring banking and... Read more
SpyLoan Mobile Malware Hides in Finance Android Apps
Android smartphones face a potential threat from harmful loan applications that have been downloaded millions of times from the Google Play store, as outlined by security researchers. Approximately 18 apps, recognized... Read more
PEACHPIT Botnet Harnesses Infected Mobile Devices
A botnet known as PEACHPIT, which engaged an extensive network of Android and iOS devices, was used by threat actors to generate illegal profits. This botnet is linked to a larger operation called BADBOX based in... Read more
SpinOK Android Malware Downloaded Over 400 Million Times, in 100+ Compromised Apps
Security researchers made a significant finding regarding an Android software component that possesses spyware capabilities. Its primary function is to gather information on files stored on devices and facilitate... Read more
The AhRat Remote Access Trojan Targets Android Device and Their Stored Data
AhRat is a malicious Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that primarily targets Android devices. It was distributed through a trojanized screen recording application disguised as a legitimate app on the Google Play store. The... Read more
FlexStarling Mobile Malware Targets Specialized Victims in Africa
Human rights activists in Morocco and the Western Sahara region face a new threat from malicious actors who are using phishing tactics to deceive victims into downloading fake Android applications and accessing... Read more
GoldPickaxe Mobile Malware Steals from Both Android and iOS Devices
GoldFactory, a threat actor fluent in Chinese, is credited with developing advanced banking trojans, including a previously unreported iOS malware named GoldPickaxe. This malicious software is adept at extracting... Read more
FjordPhantom Mobile Malware Hides Behind Virtualization
Security researchers have revealed the existence of a recently identified and highly sophisticated Android malware known as FjordPhantom, which has been actively targeting individuals in Southeast Asian nations such... Read more
Why Android Users Should Beware of CraxsRAT Mobile Malware
Android users need to exercise caution as a new mobile malware threat known as CraxsRAT has been identified, raising serious concerns about their digital security. The uncovering of the developer's true identity... Read more
Fake ChatGPT Apps Scam Android Users
Security experts from Sophos have raised a warning about a new form of scam infiltrating Google Play and Apple's App Store. These fraudulent apps claim to provide access to OpenAI's chatbot service, ChatGPT, through... Read more
Beware! Guerilla Malware Slumbers on Millions of Android Devices
Lemon Group, a cybercrime organization, has successfully implanted the Guerrilla malware on approximately 8.9 million Android-based devices worldwide, including smartphones, watches, TVs, and TV boxes. Trend Micro, a... Read more
