Today there is a new warning for Android users with Google banning VUT apps over their Play Store. The latest threat, which was discovered by security expert Maxime Ingrao, used applications such as Gif keyboards, video editing and camera filters to spread the nasty Autolycos malware.
This stealthy software has the ability to infect devices with hackers who can then take control, register users for expensive subscription plans and even read personal text messages. It seems that some of these apps may have been available for a long time with an Ingrao tweet that says, “A new family of malware has been found that subscribes to premium services. 8 apps since June 2021, 2 applications always in the Play Store, +3 million installations “.
As soon as Google became aware of the new threat, it removed all offensive apps from its store, but not before millions of people have already downloaded them.
In fact, two of the offensive applications received one million installations each before being blocked. If you’re worried about this latest news, below we’ve listed the full names of applications full of malware.
HERE IS THE COMPLETE LIST OF APPLICATIONS
• Funny camera
• Razer keyboard and theme
• Vlog Star video editor
• Creative 3D launcher
• Wow Beauty Camera
• Keyboard Emoji Gif
• Freeglow camera
• Coco Camera v1.1
If you have any of these applications installed on your device, you will need to remove them without delay to keep things safe.
It’s also worth checking your bank statement to make sure you haven’t signed up for any unwanted subscription plans.
The news of these bad apps comes after Google blocked four more apps last week.
Pradeo’s security expert found that the dreaded Joker malware hidden inside the Play Store is downloaded with the computer saying: “Users are advised to immediately remove these applications from their smartphones and tablets to prevent fraudulent activities. “.
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This infamous piece of malware is able to enroll Android users in expensive subscription services without their knowledge, which can leave them pocketing hundreds of pounds.
The applications that Android users should avoid are Smart SMS Messages, Blood Pressure Monitor, Voice Language Translator and Fast Text SMS.
If you’ve downloaded any of the apps mentioned above, here’s how to delete them from your device … Open the Google Play Store app • At the top right, tap the profile icon • Tap Manage apps and devices> Manage • Touch the name of the application you want to delete • Tap Uninstall