In a cyber attack we have to be aware that the main objective of scammers is to get hold of both our personal and banking data. To do this, they usually resort to techniques such as making us fill out a false form with all this information, posing as a known entity that does not raise suspicion, whether it is the Treasury or the DGT.
But for their deception to work, it is essential that the victim bites and is the one who provides this information. But as technology evolves and develops new features and capabilities, The tools that cybercriminals have also do so and become even more effective and sophisticated.
Now, cybersecurity researchers warn of the presence of a new banking virus, known as ToxicPanda, which is booming in Spain and other European countries and is capable of steal personal information, spy on activities and even access banking information.
Apparently, this malware It disguises itself and hides behind the appearance of legitimate apps such as those from the bank or social networks to infiltrate your mobile without you realizing it. The key to everything is that they act in the backgroundand since you don’t see the threat because it is hidden They manage to carry out transactions from your bank accounts.
May access your bank account, transfer funds or make purchases without your consent, and For now, more than 1,500 infections have been detected on Android devices from Italy, Portugal, Hong Kong, Spain and Peru, and is expected to spread rapidly around the world.
It should be noted that ToxicPanda spreads through websites that imitate legitimate app stores, so To avoid this virus, you should not install apps from unofficial sources. At the same time, you should be alert and look for signs that indicate that something strange is happening to your device, for example, that your mobile battery discharges unusually quickly.
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