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New Android Malware SpyAgent Taking Screenshots Of User’s Devices

Aman Mishra — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:02:45 +0000

SpyAgent, a newly discovered Android malware, leverages OCR technology to extract cryptocurrency recovery phrases from screenshots stored on infected devices. By stealthily capturing screenshots, the malware bypasses traditional security measures that rely on text-based detection, which allows it to efficiently identify and exfiltrate sensitive information, posing a significant threat to cryptocurrency users. Cybercriminals are employing […]

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ToxicPanda Banking Malware Attacking Banking Users To Steal Logins

Aman Mishra — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 12:11:04 +0000

Recent research has uncovered a new strain of malware developed for Android devices, initially misidentified as TgToxic. Despite sharing some bot command similarities, this malware, now dubbed ToxicPanda, exhibits significant code divergence from its original source. It lacks key TgToxic capabilities and possesses placeholder commands without functional implementation. The malware leverages Remote Access capabilities to […]

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New Android Spyware As TV Streaming App Steals Sensitive Data From Devices

Aman Mishra — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:25:36 +0000

Recent research has revealed a new Android malware targeting mnemonic keys, a crucial component for cryptocurrency wallet recovery. Disguised as legitimate apps, this malware scans devices for images containing mnemonic phrases. Once installed, it covertly steals personal data like text messages, contacts, and images. The research has identified over 280 such malicious apps targeting Korean […]

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Beware Of New BingoMod Android Malware Steals Money & Formats Device

Tushar Subhra — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:13:40 +0000

The wide use and the huge user base of Android often lucrative the threat actors. As threat actors often use Android malware to exploit vulnerabilities in the Android operating system. This enables them to perform several illicit activities like stealing sensitive information, tracking user activity, and gaining unauthorized access to devices. Cleafy researchers recently detected […]

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GuardZoo Android Malware Attacking military personnel via WhatsApp To Steal Sensitive Data

Aman Mishra — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 08:10:18 +0000

A Houthi-aligned group has been deploying Android surveillanceware called GuardZoo since October 2019 to target military personnel in the Middle East by leveraging social engineering tactics and using military-themed lures to trick victims into downloading the malware. Based on a preexisting RAT (Remote Access Trojan) called Dendroid, GuardZoo grants attackers remote control over the infected […]

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Snowblind Abuses Android seccomp Sandbox To Bypass Security Mechanisms

Aman Mishra — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:55:21 +0000

A new Android banking trojan named Snowblind was discovered that exploits the Linux kernel feature seccomp, traditionally used for security, which installs a seccomp filter to intercept system calls and bypasses anti-tampering mechanisms in apps, even those with strong obfuscation and integrity checks. The novel attack vector allows the malware to steal login credentials, bypass […]

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New Android Malware Mimic As Social Media Apps Steals Sensitive Data

Eswar — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:44:25 +0000

A new RAT malware has been discovered to be targeting Android devices. This malware is capable of executing additional commands compared to other RAT malware. This malware can also perform phishing attacks by disguising itself as legitimate applications like Snapchat, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter, and Google to harvest credentials from the victim. Sonicwall’s further investigation found […]

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Android Malware Brokewell With Complete Device Takeover Capabilities

Gurubaran — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 06:46:07 +0000

A new family of mobile malware known as “Brokewell” has been found to have a wide range of device takeover capabilities. This seriously threatens the banking sector by giving attackers remote access to all the resources made available via mobile banking. New instructions introduced virtually every day indicate the Trojan is still under development. Experts […]

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SoumniBot Exploiting Android Manifest Flaws to Evade Detection

Raga Varshini — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:21:28 +0000

A new banker, SoumniBot, has recently been identified. It targets Korean users and is incredible by using an unusual method to evade investigation and detection, notably obfuscating the Android manifest. In addition to its unique obfuscation, SoumniBot stands out for its ability to steal Korean online banking keys—something Android bankers hardly do. This capability enables […]

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Hackers Arrested For Stealing Banking Credentials Using Android Malware

Sneka — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:04:37 +0000

An individual residing in Vinnytsia, aged 31, has been apprehended for purportedly pilfering confidential data of Android users and exploiting their Google accounts belonging to citizens of the United States and Canada. The cybercrime incident resulted in the perpetrator acquiring a total amount of more than UAH 3.5 million. Modus Operandi of Hacker In Vinnytsia, […]

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