Kaspersky experts warn about a malicious version of a popular app for the creation of PDF images, which was distributed through the Google Play, the official store for Android based applications. The app contained mechanisms for downloading malware to the users’ devices. As a result, victims could find themselves subscribed to paid services which they… Continue reading A dangerous Trojan has been distributed through a popular app on the official app store because of a malicious advertisement program
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Silence Trojan: the new Russian-speaking hacking group hunts for financial organizations
Kaspersky Lab researchers identified a new series of targeted attacks against at least 10 financial organizations in multiple regions including Russia, Armenia, and Malaysia. The hits are being performed by a new group called Silence. While stealing funds from its victims, Silence implements specific techniques similar to the infamous threat actor, Carbanak. The attacks are… Continue reading Silence Trojan: the new Russian-speaking hacking group hunts for financial organizations
Gugi Banking Trojan Outsmarts New Android 6 Security
Kaspersky Lab experts have discovered a modification of the Gugi banking trojan that can bypass new Android 6 security features designed to block phishing and ransomware attacks. The modified trojan forces users into giving it the right to overlay genuine apps, send and view SMS, make calls, and more. It is spread through social engineering… Continue reading Gugi Banking Trojan Outsmarts New Android 6 Security