Beware of the Spread of Malware That Can Track WhatsApp, Here’s How It Works
Beware of New Malware Threats That Threaten Android Phone Security
Android phones are now facing a new threat from a type of malware called Tria Stealer. This disease spreads through various means, including digital wedding invitations on WhatsApp and email applications. Users must be more vigilant because this virus can endanger the security of their personal data.
Tria Stealer malware works by luring users to click on digital wedding invitation links. After that, the hackers will start collecting data from the victim’s cellphone, such as call logs, chat messages, and access to WhatsApp accounts. This is very worrying because sensitive data could be leaked without the user’s knowledge.
Previously, Google had confirmed that more than 2.3 million malicious Android applications had been blocked. However, Tria Stealer remains a serious threat because it targets various popular applications such as Gmail, MMS Default, Google Messages, Outlook, WA Business, and Samsung Messages.
To reduce the risk of attacks, Kaspersky recommends several important steps. First, users should not install apps from untrusted sources. Second, users are advised to use reliable security solutions for mobile devices. Apart from that, users are also asked to be alert to unexpected wedding invitations via social media.
Characteristics of Hacked WhatsApp
After knowing the new malware threat that attacks Android, users also need to know the characteristics of WhatsApp being hacked. Here are six signs that may indicate a WhatsApp account has been hacked:
Suddenly received a verification code
If a verification code appears even though you didn’t ask for it, this could be a sign that a hacker is trying to enter your WhatsApp account.Battery drains quickly
If your cellphone battery runs out faster than usual, there may be malware or spyware active in the system.The quota suddenly ran out quickly
A spike in quota data usage or a quota being sucked up could be a sign that there is spyware or malware that is sending data to the hacker.HP hangs or crashes
Slow cellphone performance or even crashes could be an indication that your cellphone system has been infiltrated by malware.The camera and microphone open by themselves
If the camera or microphone application on your cellphone suddenly opens by itself or finds unknown photos or recordings, there may be spyware already operating on your cellphone system.Unknown application
If you find an unknown application that you didn’t install before and there are settings that suddenly change, then there is a possibility that this is the work of a hacker.
By knowing these characteristics, users can be more alert and immediately take action if they feel there is something strange on their cellphone. Always make sure to keep your device secure and avoid suspicious links or invitations.
