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Cybersecurity firm ThreatFainst has detected numerous apps harboring malicious code on Google's Play Store.
Research by ThreatFainst cybersecurity reveals that these malicious codes have been present since June. According to security experts at ThreatFainst, these codes fall under the category of 'trojan droppers,' making them undetectable by the Play Store's virus scanning system.
These malicious codes disguise themselves as various types of software, such as QR code scanners, PDF file readers, or cryptocurrency wallets. It is estimated that over 300,000 devices have been affected by these codes.
According to security experts, these codes can steal bank passwords or victim authentication codes. They can even record keystrokes from virtual keyboards and discreetly capture screenshots of the user's device.
Below is a list of some apps containing these malicious codes that users should delete immediately upon detection on their devices:
Dual Authentication Guardian (package name com.flowdivision)
Secure Shield (com.protectionguard.app)
Quick Response Code MakerScanner (com.ready.qrscanner.mix)
Expert Scanner Live (com.multifuction.combine.qr)
2021 QR Code Scanner (com.qr.code.generate)
Swift QR Scanner (com.qr.barqr.scangen)
PDF Scanner Pro - Convert to PDF (com.xaviermuches.docscannerpro2)
PDF Scanner Deluxe (com.docscanverifier.mobile)
Free PDF Scanner App (com.doscanner.mobile)
Cryptocurrency Tracker (cryptolistapp.app.com.cryptotracker)
Fitness and Gym Coach (com.gym.trainer.jeux)
Live Leaf Scanner Master (leaf.leave.exchang)
Fitness and Workout Coach (gesture.enlist.say)
AI-Powered PDF Text Recognizer (com.uykxx.noazg)
Quick Response Code CreatorScanner (com.cinnamon.equal)
Advanced QR Code CreatorScanner (com.tag.right)
Recently, cybersecurity firms have uncovered numerous malicious apps and software on the Android platform. Previously, cybersecurity software company Avast issued a warning about a scam campaign named UltimaSMS. This campaign includes 151 fraudulent apps targeting Android smartphones. These apps disguise themselves as common software like photo editors, camera filters, games, QR code scanners, etc. Once installed, these apps automatically subscribe users to premium SMS services at high costs.
