Skip to main content

Necro malware affects 11 million Android devices thru Google Play Store

An updated version of the notorious Necro malware loader have been installed on 11 million Android devices through Google Play Store. The report reveals that the new Necro Trojan was installed in unsuspecting Android devices using malicious advertising software development kits (SDK) used by legit apps, game mods, and modified apps for Spotify, Minecraft, WhatsApp and other popular software. R elated The story behind the ILOVEYOU virus that caused $10 billion in damages worldwide Why you should always update your antivirus software Necro will install a number of payloads to the infected devices. They will then activate different malicious plugins like adware that loads links using invisible WebView windows (Cube SDK, Island plugin), modules that downloads and run arbitrary DEX and JavaScript files (Jar SDK, Happy SDK), tools designed to facilitate subscription fraud (Happy SDK, Tap plugin, Web plugin), and mechanisms that utilizes infected devices as proxies to route malicious
Post a Comment

Necro malware affects 11 million Android devices thru Google Play Store

Necro-malware-Android-devices-Google-Play-Store

An updated version of the notorious Necro malware loader have been installed on 11 million Android devices through Google Play Store.

The report reveals that the new Necro Trojan was installed in unsuspecting Android devices using malicious advertising software development kits (SDK) used by legit apps, game mods, and modified apps for Spotify, Minecraft, WhatsApp and other popular software.

Related

Necro will install a number of payloads to the infected devices. They will then activate different malicious plugins like adware that loads links using invisible WebView windows (Cube SDK, Island plugin), modules that downloads and run arbitrary DEX and JavaScript files (Jar SDK, Happy SDK), tools designed to facilitate subscription fraud (Happy SDK, Tap plugin, Web plugin), and mechanisms that utilizes infected devices as proxies to route malicious traffic (NProxy plugin).

Their goal is to generate ad revenue by displaying ads on the background, install apps without the user’s consent, and interacting with paid services.

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky discovered the Necro loader in two apps available on Google Play. There’s the Wuta Camera by Bunqu, a photo editing tool with more than 10 million downloads.

Kaspersky claims that Necro appeared on the version 6.3.2.148 of the app and was removed on the version 6.3.6.148 after the firm reported it to Google.

The second app is called Max Browser by developer ‘Wa message recover-wamr’, which garnered 1 million downloads before it was removed from Google Play.

Users who still have the app are encouraged to uninstall it instantly as its latest 1.2.0 version still has Necro.

Outside Google Play, the Necro Trojan is being spread mainly through modified versions of poppular apps like Spotify and WhatsApp, which unsuspecting users can get through unofficial websites.

Via: Bleeping Computer

This article, Necro malware affects 11 million Android devices thru Google Play Store, was originally published at NoypiGeeks | Philippines Technology News, Reviews and How to's.


Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Xbox Game Pass gets a price hike, new Standard tier

Major updates are coming to Xbox Game Pass subscription prices and tiers this 2024. The company notified Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers that their monthly fee will cost USD19.99 starting September 12, 2024. That’s a USD3.00 price increase from the current USD16.99 monthly subscription fee. Related How to unlock Valorant agents with Xbox Game Pass PC Game Pass Philippines: How to register and use it Meanwhile, the PC Game Pass subscription is also getting a price hike of USD11.99 starting September from the current price of USD9.99. This is terrible news even for subscribers in the Philippines as the current Php119/mo local price will increase to Php175/mo once the changes take effect. Microsoft will also launch a new Xbox Game Pass Standard subscription tier. It will cost USD14.99 (~Php875) per month for the new users and won’t come with day-one titles. Existing users can still use their Xbox Game Pass for Console subscriptions. The new Standard tier gains online consol
Post a Comment
Read more

vivo V30 5G now available on Smart Postpaid

To make its high-quality smartphones more accessible to Filipinos, tech innovator vivo has partnered with telecommunications giant Smart . This collaboration introduces the vivo V30 5G, packed with Aura Portrait Master 3.0, through the Smart Signature Plans+ 999. A feature-packed smartphone The vivo V30 5G is renowned for its exceptional camera capabilities and impressive performance. It comes equipped with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, ensuring ample space and smooth operation for all your needs. Starting at just Php 500 per month with a downpayment of Php5,900 over a 24-month contract period, this smartphone is now more affordable than ever. Smart Postpaid plan benefits By opting for the Smart Signature Plans+ 999, users can maximize their experience with several perks: Unlimited 5G data for 12 months 20GB of open access data Unlimited texts and calls to all networks and landline numbers Data rollover feature Php 149 discount on any Netflix subscription plan every month
Post a Comment
Read more

Xiaomi 14 Ultra: SD 8 Gen 3, 120Hz AMOLED, 1-inch sensor, Titanium Edition

Xiaomi has introduced in China its best smartphone to date, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, just a few days before its global debut at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona this February 25. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra looks similar to its predecessor in terms of the layout. But this time, it’s more refined, and Xiaomi is joining in on the Titanium hype as it will come with a Titanium Special Edition model, which uses a grade 5 titanium like the new iPhone 15 Pro series. Oddly, it weighs 229.6g, which is heavier than the black and white (22.4.4g) and Dragon Crystal (229.5g) colors. The Titanium will also exclusively get two-way satellite communication. Another similar but refined feature is the cameras. It still has four 50-megapixel shooters, however, the main one gets an upgraded 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor. It also has a wider f/1.63 aperture, which can be dropped to f/4.0. The other three cameras use the same 1/2.5-inch Sony IMX858 sensor. That’s for the ultra-wide lens with a 12mm eq
Post a Comment
Read more