Cybersecurity company ThreatFabric has released the alert for known malicious software that affects Android devices – the Xenomorph. Originally spotted last year, this 'malware' is capable of intercepting the identity codes sent by banks to customers in order to enter accounts in a more secure way.
This original version of Xenomorph is believed to have been installed over 50 times, but according to ThreatFabric, it appears that those responsible for the 'malware' managed to develop a more advanced version.
How does the Mirror, the current version of Xenomorph is able to automatically access the account and carry out tasks such as stealing balances and even transferring to other accounts. In short, this new generation of malicious software is able to automate the entire process – from infection to funds transfer.
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All this makes the current version of Xenomorph one of the most fearsome viruses in circulation, with the security company believing that those responsible are targeting more than 400 banks and financial institutions.
Among the countries targeted by the Xenomorph are the USA, Canada, France, Germany, Australia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, India, Poland and also Portugal.
To avoid falling victim to Xenomorph, it is advised to pay attention to the apps you install on your mobile phone, with the advice being to use only official stores and trusted applications.
"The Xenomorph saga praises that those responsible are shifting focus to mobile 'malware'. The latest version of Xenomorph includes major improvements over the previous version, adding automatic transfer capabilities, which raises the level of danger even further.", can be read in the communiqué of the ThreatFabric.
