Android Malware
Mandrake Mobile Malware Conducts Sneaky Methods To Trick Users
After more than two years of hiding in plain sight, a mysterious family of Android malware known as Mandrake has once again emerged on Google Play. Disguised as legitimate apps in categories such as file-sharing,... Read more
Wpeeper Mobile Malware Targets Android Devices
Researchers in cybersecurity have identified new malware that targets Android devices. This malware, named Wpeeper, was found to use compromised WordPress websites to mask its true command-and-control servers, making... Read more
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
Snowblind Mobile Malware Steals Your Banking Credentials
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, a new player has emerged, targeting Android mobile devices with sophisticated tactics. Dubbed "Snowblind," this strain of banking malware has caught the... Read more
Google Reports Blocking Over 2.2 Million Malicious Apps on the Play Store
In late April 2024, Google announced that enhancements to its security processes prevented 2.28 million privacy-violating apps from being published on its Google Play store in 2023. The company attributed this success... 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
Medusa Mobile Malware Poses Threat to Online Banking
In an increasingly interconnected world, mobile devices have become indispensable. However, this connectivity also brings vulnerabilities, notably from malicious software like the Medusa Mobile Malware. Here's what... Read more
Brokewell Mobile Malware Spreads Through Fake Chrome Updates
Counterfeit browser updates are being employed to distribute a new Android malware known as Brokewell, which was previously undocumented. According to an analysis by security researchers published in April 2024,... 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
