With the development of the mobile world, all important data began to move to smart phones. This means that these devices need to be protected more than ever before. Especially recently, we have encountered many malware that looks like a normal mobile application, but secretly contains viruses such as Joker.
Although the applications containing these viruses are removed from stores such as the Google Play Store, they continue to threaten users by disguising them. The Joker trojan, one of the biggest enemies of the Android operating system, has also reappeared. Cyber security experts warn users to remove the said applications from their devices as soon as possible.
Joker trojan detected in four Android apps
Pradeo Security announced in its new report that it has detected Joker trojans in four Android apps that have been downloaded more than 100,000 times in total. The virus in question infiltrates devices by hiding inside an application that seems normal, as we mentioned above.
joker trojan
Having successfully completed the first stage, the next goal of the trojan is to subscribe users to premium services without their knowledge. Thus, he is slowly emptying his bank accounts. It also has the potential to steal email addresses/passwords and other personal information.
Although four Android apps with the Joker trojan have been removed from the Google Play Store, the danger remains for users who have already downloaded them. That’s why Pradeo recommends that users delete the software from their devices, change their bank account passwords, and check their accounts for any suspicious activity.
- Smart SMS Messages – 50k+
- Blood Pressure Monitor – 10k+
- Voice Languages Translator – 10k+
- Quick Text SMS – 10 thousand+
So what do you think about this subject? Do not forget to share your views with us in the comments section!
43768
