Fake government and Starlink apps used in malware campaign targeting Brazil
TL;DR
New Android malware called BeatBanker targets Brazil via fake Starlink and government apps, stealing banking info, manipulating crypto transactions, and secretly mining Monero.
Source: The Record
Researchers discovered new Android malware capable of stealing banking credentials, tampering with cryptocurrency transactions and secretly mining digital currency on infected devices in Brazil. The malware, dubbed BeatBanker by Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, infects smartphones through fake applications that mimic legitimate services, including the Starlink satellite internet app and the Brazilian government portal INSS Reembolso. Both apps were available for download from a website masquerading as the official Google Play Store. Once installed, the malware secretly mines the cryptocurrency Monero, draining the victim’s phone battery and processing power while also stealing banking credentials and manipulating cryptocurrency transactions, Kaspersky said in a report earlier this week. Full Story