#iOSMalware

iOS Trojan Collects Face and Other Data for Bank Account Hacking 

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February 19, 2024 at 05:39AM Group-IB researchers discovered iOS trojan GoldPickaxe, utilized by Chinese cybercriminal group GoldFactory in APAC region. Trojan collects personal and banking info, including face profiles, SMS, and ID photos. It was distributed through fake apps and MDM profiles, while the Android version has more features. Group-IB warns of potential expansion beyond … Read more

Cybercriminals are stealing Face ID scans to break into mobile banking accounts

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February 15, 2024 at 09:02AM Cybercriminals have targeted iOS users by distributing trojanized smartphone apps, named GoldPickaxe and GoldPickaxe.iOS, in Vietnam and Thailand. These apps collect biometric data and intercept SMS messages to access bank accounts. They use deepfake technology and social engineering to steal identities and break into victims’ banks. This reveals the maturity … Read more