Android malware returns disguised as TikTok or streaming apps

A banking trojan has resurfaced on Android devices, posing as popular apps including TikTok and various streaming services.

The malware employs blockchain technology to avoid detection while stealing financial details from users. It mimics legitimate applications to trick people into installing the fake versions on their devices. Reports indicate this variant builds on previous campaigns with enhanced stealth features.

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IT expert Supangat warns of Lebaran digital scams via WhatsApp and SMS in a press conference illustration.
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IT expert warns of digital scams ahead of Lebaran

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Ahead of Idul Fitri, IT expert from Untag Surabaya, Supangat, urges the public to heighten vigilance against scams via WhatsApp and SMS. Rising digital transactions are exploited by cybercriminals. Vida founder Niki Santo Luhur identifies two main methods: phishing and malware prevalent in Indonesia.

A dangerous Android malware called Massiv is disguising itself as an IPTV app to infect devices and steal banking information. The threat primarily targets users in Portugal through this deceptive application. Security researchers have highlighted the risks posed by this fake app.

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A scam campaign called CallPhantom has appeared in 28 applications available on the Google Play store. The apps, which have been downloaded more than 7 million times combined, promised users access to their call logs.

Developers of the gacha RPG Duet Night Abyss have apologized for a cybersecurity incident that distributed malware to players' PCs via a launcher update on March 18. The malware, identified as Trojan:MSIL/UmbralStealer.DG!MTB, targets passwords and cryptocurrency. Players receive in-game compensation as the team implements security enhancements.

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A new cybercrime platform known as 1Campaign allows hackers to run malicious Google Ads while evading the company's screening process. This development is raising concerns in the cybersecurity community. The platform's emergence highlights ongoing challenges in online advertising security.

Ethiopia's National Bank has temporarily restricted digital payment services in applications without its license, including cryptocurrencies. This measure, based on compliance inspections, aims to safeguard financial security. The bank advises individuals to rely on verified information for transactions.

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Google rejected nearly two million Android apps and blocked over 80,000 developer accounts from the Google Play Store in 2025. This figure represents a decrease compared to previous years. Despite the reduction, the numbers remain a significant concern for app security.

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