Android Apps on Google Play Store Found to Contain Malware
More than 90 different Android apps available on Google Play have been found to contain malware, according to cloud cybersecurity firm Zscaler.
The malicious apps, which collectively garnered over 5.5 million installs, typically pose as PDF or QR code readers. In reality, they contain banking malware that secretly collects your data behind the scenes once you install a malware-laden app update. The payload then displays fake banking login pages on your device, which can be used to swipe your financial credentials and potentially access your bank accounts.
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