New Delhi: Cybersecurity researchers at Google have uncovered some dangerous data-stealing malware apps on the Google Play Store. These apps are secretly reading the messages of users and can also steal data from other apps. About eight apps were found to be infected with malware called Autolycos. Users who have installed any such app have been asked to uninstall it from the phone immediately. These apps are reportedly no longer visible on the Google Play Store. It is now reported that these apps have managed to garner over three million downloads. However, Bleeping Computers revealed that the two apps are still on the Google Play Store. ,Also read: Bill Gates crosses $20 billion, will fall in the ranking of the richest people,
It is important to note that malware apps and data-stealing Trojans are among the most dangerous for Android phones. Data-stealing malware can steal the login credentials of websites you log into frequently, including social media and online banking accounts. ,Also Read: FB Testing How To Add Up To 5 Profiles Through Single Account,
Here’s a list and description of that malware apps:
1. Vlog Star Video Editor:- 1 Million Downloads
2. Creative 3D Launcher:- 1 Million Downloads
3. Wow Beauty Camera:- 100,000 Downloads
4. GIF Emoji Keyboard:- 100,000 Downloads
5. FreeGlow Camera 1.0.0:- 5,000 Downloads
6. Coco Camera V1.1:- 1,000 Downloads
7. Kalytek’s Funny Camera:- Over 50,000 Downloads
8. Razer Keyboard & Theme by rxcheldiolola :- Over 50,000 Downloads
Check your phone if you have any of the above apps. If yes, remove it immediately. Otherwise your data may be stolen. Avina security researcher Maxim Ingrao explained that these apps asked users to access messages after installation and once users gave permission they stole the data. Sometimes they even subscribed to the premium version without informing the owner. Earlier, in many cases, malware made users subscribe to a premium service using their telecom monthly bill.