Spy Trojan Android.Spy.4498 is growing in 2022

Trojans that copy other popular posts like WhatsApp have been around for a long time, but the so-called Android.Spy.4498, which works as an imitation of WhatsApp, is the most common and the fastest growing so far in 2022.

WhatsApp viruses are malicious programs created by hackers who seek to scam people using different methods through the popular messaging service.

Users believe that they are installing a legitimate app. However, by placing a fake app they run the risk of being harmed, because they can access their phone information through notifications and even install other malicious apps without user consent.

On the other hand, the fact of accessing the notifications gives cybercriminals the opportunity “to skip the two-step verification that many banking apps require, above all.”

Official platforms avoid Trojans

People can avoid being victims of Trojans as long as “you don’t download apps outside of the official stores, that is, the App Store or Google Play”. Some Smartphones do not have access to the Play Store and “you have been tempted to install an app through unofficial platforms and that is precisely where you run the risk”, because official platforms such as Google Play are responsible for offering reliable apps that will not damage the mobile.

On the other hand, sometimes they advertise other apps that serve to “complement” other already existing apps, but you should keep in mind that you run the risk of obtaining unwanted viruses or Trojans.

It is important to note that if you have any of the following WhatsApp mods installed: GBWhatsApp; OBWhatsApp; WhatsApp Plus is recommended that you delete it.

Users also have the option to install an antivirus on their mobile, although it is not very frequent, nowadays the phones have enough space that it will not affect the storage unless the phone is very old. Among the most common antivirus brands, Bitdefender Mobile Security stand out.

M. Rodríguez

Source: pcworld.es