Cyberfhachi warned about a new Android virus that steals cryptocurrency

< img src = "/uploads/blogs/9f/2e/ib-free51m_4999ea2.jpg" Alt = "Cyberfhachi warned about a new virus on the Android OS, which steals cryptocurrency"/~ 62 < P > Cyberfachivtsi warned of a large-scale scheme for the spread of infected Android smartphones, which are sold at reduced prices, but with pre-established harmful software. It is about Triada & mdash; one of the most dangerous cyber threats for Android that provides almost complete control over the device.

< p >This Trojan is built into the smartphone firmware before the device gets to the end user. It is able to steal cryptocurrency by changing your wallets' addresses in transactions, intercepting messages, including two -factor authentication, as well as access to accounts in messengers and financial applications.

~ ~ ~ ~ > < P > According to experts, the attackers have already managed to transfer at least $ 270 & Thinsp; 000 in different cryptocurrencies, but the real amount can be much higher. Hackers pay special attention to anonymous assets, including Monero cryptocurrency.

< P > The study revealed more than 2 & thinsp; 600 confirmed cases of infection of devices in different countries, most of which are in Russia. In this case, some of the online sets do not even suspect that it sells dangerous gadgets & mdash; probably harmful software is embedded on one of the stages of production or logistics chain.

< P > Triada was first discovered in 2016, but still remains one of the most difficult and sophisticated threats. In addition, analysts also record the emergence of new types of harmful software & mdash; In particular, programs that mimic cryptomamen interface or Trojans that penetrate the Chrome browser.

< P > Experts recommend buying mobile devices from proven sellers and immediately after purchase, install a reliable antivirus. In the context of increasing interest in cryptocurrenc