October 7, 2024 at 05:57AM Google is piloting a new security initiative in India to automatically block unsafe Android apps from being sideloaded, following successful tests in Singapore, Thailand, and Brazil. The program aims to protect users from malicious apps obtained from sources other than the Google Play Store, highlighting Google’s commitment to mobile security. … Read more
September 26, 2024 at 10:20AM A recent attack drained $70,000 from cryptocurrency wallets through a fraudulent app called WalletConnect on Google’s Play Store. The app, posing as the legitimate WalletConnect protocol, targeted web3 users and captured details of victims’ wallets, blockchain, and known addresses. Despite being removed five months later, the incident underlines the need … Read more
September 6, 2024 at 11:29AM SpyAgent, a new Android malware, uses OCR technology to steal cryptocurrency recovery phrases from mobile screenshots, compromising wallet security. McAfee uncovered the malware in 280 non-Google Play APKs distributing via SMS or malicious social media. It targets South Korea and may expand to the UK, with a possible iOS variant … Read more
July 30, 2024 at 10:04AM A new version of the sophisticated Android spyware Mandrake has been discovered in five apps on Google Play Store, remaining undetected for two years. The malware includes obfuscation and evasion techniques and can collect device information, initiate screen sharing, and steal credentials. Researchers emphasize the evolving threat and Google’s continuous … Read more
June 26, 2024 at 09:35AM Snowblind, a new Android malware, bypasses app anti-tampering protections by abusing the seccomp security feature. It targets apps handling sensitive data, intercepts system calls, and manipulates processes to avoid detection and modify app behavior. Google Play Protect offers automatic protection, but the malware’s techniques could pose a threat to Android … Read more
May 16, 2024 at 09:35AM Google has announced new security features for Android 15 and Google Play Protect to block scams, fraud, and malware apps on devices. Also, there will be tools and policies to help developers build safer apps. The features include protection against banking malware and spyware, as well as features to protect … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 01:58PM Google is introducing new features in Android 15 to enhance security and protect against malicious apps capturing sensitive data. These updates include expanded Play Integrity API functionalities, restricted settings for sideloaded apps, and enhanced fraud protections with Google Play Protect. Additionally, new measures are being implemented to bolster cellular and … Read more
March 13, 2024 at 02:19PM The latest PixPirate banking trojan for Android conceals itself on phones even after its dropper app is removed. It avoids using a launcher icon and is designed to remain hidden on recent Android versions. Employing two apps, it steals information and targets the Brazilian instant payment platform Pix to initiate … Read more
February 7, 2024 at 01:59PM Google is fighting financial fraud by blocking the sideloading of Android APK files with risky permissions. Scams cost Android users over $1 trillion in 2023, so Google has launched a pilot program to scan APKs and block installations that request risky permissions. This security feature has already identified many unwanted … Read more
December 5, 2023 at 09:28AM Over 12 million downloads of SpyLoan malicious loan apps on Android have compromised user personal data, leading to theft and blackmail by masquerading as legitimate financial services. Google removed most of these apps after cybersecurity firm ESET’s discovery. Users are advised to be cautious with permissions and trust established financial … Read more