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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Remove These 15 Risky Apps with 8 Million Downloads

A new warning has been issued about "SpyLoan" apps, which have been installed on over 8 million Android devices. These apps, identified by McAfee, exploit social engineering tactics to extract sensitive information and money from users. Despite being available on the Google Play Store, these apps engage in permission abuse and malicious practices. Google has removed some of these apps and advises users to enable Play Protect and regularly update their devices to avoid such threats.

via Forbes|

#android-security #cybersecurity #google-play-store

technology1 year ago•6 min saved

"Urgent Warning: Google Chrome Alert for Android Users"

McAfee has issued a warning about a fraudulent Chrome update that is distributing the MoqHao malware to Android users through SMS messages with short URLs from legitimate services. The malware, attributed to the Roaming Mantis group, requests extensive user permissions and runs in the background, connecting with a command and control server. Google Play Protect is currently protecting Android users against this threat, but the fragmented ecosystem of Android devices presents challenges in keeping devices updated and responding to real-time issues. Users are advised to exercise caution, stick to official app stores, and avoid clicking on links in emails or messages for app installs and updates.

via Forbes|

#android #cybersecurity #google-chrome

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

"New Android Malware Threat: Auto-Executing XLoader Steals Photos and Texts"

McAfee has issued a warning about a fraudulent Chrome update that is distributing the MoqHao malware through SMS messages, targeting Android users in Europe and potentially the US. The malware, attributed to the Roaming Mantis group, automatically installs and requests extensive user permissions, posing a serious threat to personal data and device security. Google has confirmed working with McAfee to address the threat and is piloting measures to prevent the installation of dangerous apps, emphasizing the importance of app store security and user caution in response to the increasing prevalence of malware attacks.

via Forbes|

#android #cybersecurity #google-chrome

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

"Urgent Warning: Google Chrome Users Face Very Dangerous Update"

McAfee has issued a warning about a "very dangerous" fraudulent Chrome update that is distributing the MoqHao malware through SMS messages, targeting Android users in Europe and potentially the US. The malware, attributed to the Roaming Mantis group, tricks users into installing it by using Unicode characters to make it appear as a legitimate Chrome update. Users are advised to avoid clicking on suspicious links, only install apps from official app stores, and carefully review app permissions and developer information.

via Forbes|

#android #google-chrome #malware

cybersecurity1 year ago•2 min saved

"Android XLoader Malware Gains Auto-Execution Capability"

A new version of the XLoader Android malware, operated by the financially motivated threat actor 'Roaming Mantis,' can now automatically execute on infected devices without user interaction. It spreads through SMS texts containing URLs to deliver malicious APK installation files, and it disguises itself as legitimate software, notably the Chrome web browser. The malware requests risky permissions, such as accessing SMS content and running in the background, and can perform custom phishing attacks, extract sensitive information, and execute various commands received from its command and control server. McAfee advises using security products to detect and remove these threats.

via BleepingComputer|

#android-malware #cybersecurity #mcafee

technology1 year ago•10 min saved

"Warning: McAfee Google Chrome Pop-Up Scam Alert"

A scam involving a fake McAfee antivirus pop-up is targeting users, claiming their device is infected and their McAfee subscription has expired. The scam aims to trick users into providing personal and financial information or downloading malicious software. To protect against this scam, users are advised not to click on suspicious links or pop-ups, close their browser, clear their cache, remove extensions, use legitimate antivirus software, and report the scam to authorities if encountered. If users have already clicked on the scam and installed malware, they should scan their device for malware, change passwords, monitor accounts, use identity theft protection, contact their bank and credit card companies, alert contacts, and restore their device to factory settings.

via Fox News|

#cybersecurity #internet-security #mcafee

technology-cybersecurity2 years ago•3 min saved

"Urgent Alert: Delete These Android Apps Immediately to Prevent Malware Takeover"

McAfee security experts have discovered 25 Android apps infected with Xamalicious malware, which can take control of devices to install unwanted software and click ads for hacker revenue. The malware exploits Android's accessibility features and was found in apps on the Google Play Store, with some having over 100,000 downloads. Users are advised to manually delete these apps, as Google's Play Protect system may not catch all threats. The apps were built using the Xamarin framework, which may have helped them avoid early detection.

via GB News|

##androidmalware #appsecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

"Delete These Android and iPhone Apps Now to Avoid Adware and Security Risks"

38 Minecraft copycat games on Google Play infected devices with the Android adware 'HiddenAds' to stealthily load ads in the background to generate revenue for its operators. The Minecraft-like games hiding adware were downloaded by roughly 35 million Android users worldwide, mainly from the United States, Canada, South Korea, and Brazil. McAfee's Mobile Research Team discovered the adware set and reported it to Google Play, resulting in the removal of all apps. Android users should check McAfee's report for a complete list of affected apps and manually remove them if they have not been removed already.

via BleepingComputer|

#adware #android #cybersecurity

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

McAfee and Samsung Extend Partnership for 9 More Years of Mobile Security

Samsung has renewed its partnership with McAfee to provide pre-installed antivirus protection on Galaxy phones, tablets, and laptops for at least nine more years. The McAfee anti-malware solution will continue to keep future Samsung devices protected from threats throughout the remainder of the decade and into 2032. The solution works in the background and scans devices regularly, backed by more than 200 threat researchers and protecting over 600 million devices in 182 countries.

via SamMobile - Samsung news|

#antivirus #cybersecurity #malware