A new spy malware has been discovered by cybersecurity researchers at Dr. Web. This malware was present in 101 applications available on Google Play Store and has accumulated more than 420,000 downloads. This malware jeopardizes the security of your cell phone files.
The apps in question are those that display ads with minigames and promise rewards for performing tasks, such as spinning a roulette wheel. Therefore, by interacting with these advertisements, users risk compromising the security of their files and personal data. It is important to be aware and take protective measures when using apps of this type.
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O SpinOK is introduced into apps via an advertising module for Android that displays the minigames. Cybercriminals take advantage of the appeal of minigames, offering daily rewards, to attract users' attention and gain access to their data.
Once infected, the spyware sends stolen data to a remote server used by criminals. It is critical that users are aware of this threat and take precautions when downloading and using applications, thus ensuring the security of their devices and personal information.
When installed, the SpinOK scans data from Android device sensors to ensure it is not being usable in a sandbox, used by researchers to analyze malicious capabilities of applications, as reported O Bleeping Computer.
After this verification, the application connects to a remote server and downloads the promised minigames, showing them to users.
However, in the background, the SpinOK hides your network connections and performs malicious functionality such as listing files in directories, searching files, send files from the device to the hacker's server and copy the contents of the transfer.
In addition, the SpinOK spyware was detected in apps that offered cash rewards for watching videos or playing minigames. It is worth mentioning that the malware was also present in other types of applications, such as reading, video editing and games, which did not necessarily promise rewards to users.
This broad presence of spyware across different categories of apps increases the risk of infection and highlights the importance of maintaining security across all types of apps.
To avoid any type of damage, the complete list with the 101 applications is available through from this link.
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