SpyLoan Malicious App Downloaded 12M+ Times in Google Play

December 5, 2023 at 04:33PM ESET researchers found that malicious “SpyLoan” apps have been downloaded over 12 million times from Google Play in 2023, with higher unknown totals from other sources. These apps pose as legitimate loan services, scamming users with high-interest loans while stealing personal data to blackmail them. The operation spans multiple countries. … Read more

SpyLoan Android malware on Google Play downloaded 12 million times

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