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Another new batch of Android viruses appeared! A total of 28 apps were named, and the cumulative downloads exceeded 10 million. They will hide their traces in various ways, not only stealing high-value subscription services without authorization, but also stealing account information.
According to the latest report of “Dr.Web”, a new batch of Android viruses were found to bypass Google Play’s inspection mechanism, some disguised as retouching software, mobile phone themes, keyboards, wallpapers, etc. After downloading, most of them will ensure that the app can run unrestricted in the background by requesting permission, and will disguise as an app similar to the system to reduce the user’s vigilance.
If you download unfortunately, the mobile phone may jump ads wildly, or the app may purchase expensive subscription services for the user without authorization, causing your telecom bill to skyrocket. In addition, two apps were found, which will provide a fake Facebook login website. To steal the account password. In order to prevent users from deleting the app, the foreign media “Bleepingcomputer” found through actual testing that there is a virus that even continuously crashes the program and paralyzes the phone’s operation, making it impossible to unlock the screen, and finally can only choose to initialize the system.
“Bleepingcomputer” reminds that it is not uncommon for Android viruses to bypass Google Play’s monitoring mechanism, and it is likely that they will not be discovered for several months. It is recommended that users confirm the evaluation, developer website, and whether the installation process is suspicious before downloading. permission requirements.
The complete list of 28 apps can be found on the “Dr.Web” website.
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