Google Play bug bounty aims to restore trust after malware incidents
After embarrassing incidents where malware has been found in the Google Play Store, a Google Play bug bounty program with HackerOne has been announced.
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Judy Android malware unleashes massive attack on Google Play Store
Judy Android malware somehow bypassed Google’s antivirus system to offer a large amount of apps that were ultimately downloaded by unsuspecting users.
Android Malware Targeting Facebook Users Infects 300,000 Devices
Schoolyard Bully Trojan, a piece of Android malware that has been active since 2018, has infected over 300,000 devices across 71 countries. The malware was embedded in educational apps on the Google Play Store, with the scam primarily targeting students in Vietnam.
Types of Malware and How to Protect Your Organization against Them
In this article, we’ll discuss common malware you’ll likely see in the wild. We’ll also provide you with a few different solutions you can use to protect your system and users.
Discord experiencing concentrated malware campaign
Discord can be a great place to talk to like-minded individuals, or in this case, potentially get infected with vicious malware.
500M Huawei devices infected with Joker malware
The Joker trojan malware found its way onto more than 538,000 Huawei devices. It’s the latest reminder to be careful whenever you download an app.
Android malware Banker.BR Trojan targets users via phishing messages
A new Android malware dubbed Banker.BR is targeting Spanish and Portuguese speakers. Spread through a phishing campaign, it is able to steal credentials.
Google targets ‘disruptive ads’ in apps available on Play Store
Sick of disruptive ads on your Android phone? Google is trying to remedy that by booting some of the worst offenders from its Google Play Store.
Fake Fortnite app tricks Android users into downloading malware
Android users downloading what they think is an official version of the hugely popular Fortnite are only getting a fake Fortnite app filled with malware.
Google ejects multiple malicious apps from its Play Store
Same story, different day. The Google Play Store has once again had to remove multiple malicious apps after they were uncovered by researchers.