"SpyLoan Android Malware on Google Play Downloaded 12 Million Times"

Over a dozen malicious loan apps, collectively known as SpyLoan, have been downloaded more than 12 million times from Google Play this year, but the total is much higher because they are also available on third-party stores and suspicious websites. SpyLoan Android apps steal personal data from a victim's device regarding accounts, device information, call logs, installed apps, calendar events, local Wi-Fi network details, and image metadata. According to researchers, the threat extends to contact lists, location data, and text messages. The apps are disguised as legitimate financial service apps for personal loans, promising "quick and easy access to funds." This article continues to discuss findings regarding the malicious SpyLoan Android apps.

Bleeping Computer reports "SpyLoan Android Malware on Google Play Downloaded 12 Million Times"

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