Threat Actors Exploit Fake Antivirus Websites to Spread Malware
Threat actors are using fraudulent antivirus websites to spread infostealer malware to Android and Windows devices. Trojans and malware from these websites allow malicious actions such as accessing SMS messages, call details, screenshots, deleting or installing apps, mining cryptocurrency, tracking real-time location, and more. While it is unclear how these website addresses have been distributed, malicious advertising and SEO poisoning strategies have been suspected.
To mitigate the risks arising from such campaigns, complete security measures and best practices, such as checking URLs, source verification, and avoiding pop-ups, are some of the recommended measures. The discovery of these websites continues to highlight the growing threat of stealer malware, which is becoming increasingly common, each with multiple variants and levels of complexity. It also shows a rising demand for such malware by bad actors and the presence of black markets for such offerings.
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Anuj Mudaliar is a content development professional with a keen interest in emerging technologies, particularly advances in AI. As a tech editor for Spiceworks, Anuj covers many topics, including cloud, cybersecurity, emerging tech innovation, AI, and hardware. When not at work, he spends his time outdoors – trekking, camping, and stargazing. He is also interested in cooking and experiencing cuisine from around the world.
