Malicious apps have been removed from Google Play after detecting data theft, misleading advertising, and redirects to phishing sites.
Google Play hosted apps containing malware capable of stealing banking credentials and displaying malicious ads. They were removed following a cybersecurity report.
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These apps pretended to be trusted services but redirected to phishing sites and stole credentials.
Cybersecurity experts detected malicious apps on Google Play that displayed misleading ads and stole banking information. These apps were removed from the store.
Experts are warning about malicious apps on the Google Play Store that managed to evade security filters. They displayed unwanted ads and stole personal and banking information.
The Google Play Store, the most widely used app store for Android users, has made headlines again after a series of malicious apps were detected containing code to steal personal data, display intrusive ads, and redirect to fraudulent sites.
The report was prepared by cybersecurity firm Cyble, which identified nine apps infected with malware . They explained that cybercriminals managed to bypass Google's controls using sophisticated methods such as fake updates and stealing credentials from legitimate developers.
The withdrawn applications are:
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Pancake Swap
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Suite Wallet
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Hyperliquid
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Raydium
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BullX Crypto
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OpenOcean Exchange
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Meteora Exchange
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SushiSwap
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All of them were geared toward managing cryptocurrencies and digital wallets , although any user could fall victim to their hidden functions.
One of the most common methods used by attackers was to acquire reputable apps from the official app store and then include malware in a subsequent update, taking advantage of the trust of users who already had them installed.
🚨 Signs that your cell phone may be infected
Experts warn that an infection can go unnoticed. Some common signs include:
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System slowness or battery draining quickly
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Advertising that appears outside the browser
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Redirects to unsolicited sites
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Applications that open or close automatically
banking Trojans have been detected that mimic real bank apps to steal passwords.
🛡️ What to do if you suspect malware
If you think your phone may be infected, it's essential to act quickly. Recommendations include:
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Delete the suspicious app immediately
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Run a reliable antivirus downloaded from Google Play
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Change all passwords , especially banking
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Avoid unsecured public Wi-Fi networks
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Review the permissions of installed apps
Additionally, it is recommended to keep your operating system up to date and download only from trusted sources .
Do you have any of these apps on your phone?
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