Security News > 2023 > October > SpyNote Android malware spreads via fake volcano eruption alerts
2023-10-17 15:54
The Android 'SpyNote' malware was observed in attacks targeting Italy using a fake 'IT-alert' public alert service that infected visitors with the information-stealing malware.
The APK file installs SpyNote malware on the device, granting it permission to use Accessibility services, which enable the attackers to perform a wide range of dangerous and invasive actions on the compromised device.
The SpyNote Android malware was first documented in 2022 and is now in its third major version, which is sold to cybercriminals through Telegram.
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