In total, 100 applications fell victim to Xenomorph, an Android malware that threatens the majority of users.
It all started in February 2022. Cybersecurity specialists have discovered a new computer virus. The Xenomorph malware primarily targets Android smartphones. Since its creation, this virus has been updated several times. It is now able to bypass security features of the latest Android versions. Unparalleled flexibility that makes life difficult for smartphone designers. In total, more than 100 banking and cryptocurrency applications fell victim.
Hackers used a common hacking technique to extort users’ banking details. They then create phishing pages to lure Internet users. With a easy notificationFor example, “Chrome is out of date, update now,” gives hackers access to all the information about your banking apps. But it’s a decoy. In fact, the user will be less suspicious of these “updates”. It simply installs the APK. However, the latter contains the Xenomorph.
Over and beyond, The malware also uses “overlaying” to extract banking information. The virus then mimicked the functionality of certain applications. Typing movements can even be generated on the screen of the respective smartphone. This allows the hacker to easily access the target APKs.
At the moment, More than 100 bank APKs have fallen victim to the xenomorph. The USA and Canada are most affected. In Europe, this malware is spreading in Italy, Spain and Belgium. The virus will soon flood Android smartphones in France.
What applications does Xenomorph target?
This virus is very dangerous and can Empty a bank account in seconds. The hacker can use the victim’s information shopping online.
The targeted applications are numerous. We can quote Cryptocurrency giants CoinBase and Binance. Wells Fargo, PCN and Citi are also victims of Xenomorph.
These are just examples, but a full list can be found on TheatFabric’s website. Note that the latter discovered the danger that Xenomorph poses in 2022.
What protection measures are there against this malware?
Check apps before installing them. This is the best way to avoid hackers’ phishing techniques. In fact, user inattention is the main cause of Xenomorph intrusion into Android system. Then it would be necessary Prefer applications and updates available on the Google Play Store. Alternatively, you can use app libraries such as the Amazon Appstore or the Samsung Galaxy Store. However, if you need to download from lesser known sites, check their authenticity.
There is also another technique to fight against Xenomorph. As a matter of fact, You can install antivirus programs for Android. Paid versions offer optimal protection. Certainly there is already Play Protect, which analyzes applications in Google’s APK library.