Obnews Digital Desk. Another dangerous thing is spreading rapidly around the world, whose name is ToxicPanda. This malware is designed to hack Android phones, which is going to put bank accounts at risk. This malware disguises itself as Google Chrome or banking apps, which people easily download. It has been reported by a cyber security company that 1500 phones in Europe and Latin America have been affected by this malware.
most dangerous virus
Research has found that ToxicPanda is a dangerous virus which was first created from TgToxic. This virus especially harms the bank and is used to break the security of the bank, which can withdraw money from your bank account.
Cyber criminals use this malware and steal money from people's bank accounts. This malware will remain hidden in your phone and steal your bank's OTP. After this, hackers will be able to withdraw money from their bank account very easily. The most dangerous thing is that hackers will be able to control your phone sitting in any corner of the world.
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Google Chrome calls itself
The most dangerous thing about this virus is that it disguises itself as Google Chrome or banking apps. Because of which it is difficult to identify this virus easily and people download it because they think that it is a real app. Once the virus gets into your phone, it starts stealing money from the bank account and you don't even realize it. It has been reported in the report that till now this dangerous virus has arrived in the phones of hundreds of people. Most of these people live in countries like Italy, Portugal, Hong Kong, Spain and Peru.
How does ToxicPanda affect smartphones?
To spread this virus, it is usually downloaded from places other than Google Play Store or Galaxy Store. Hackers create fake apps, which easily look like real apps and when people download this fake app, their phones get infected with viruses. Although this virus is not found in big app stores, hackers keep updating it continuously. Researchers believe that this virus was probably created in China.
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How to stay safe?
If you also want to stay safe from this virus, then it is important to keep your Android phone safe. You can avoid this by keeping some things in mind. First of all, you have to download the app only from Google Play Store or Galaxy Store. Secondly, do not download from Play Store or App Store, otherwise your phone may get virus. The software and apps of your phone should always be updated, so that if any new dangerous virus comes into the phone, it does not get harmed. Keep an eye on your bank details, spot and report any unwanted transactions immediately. Whenever you get a message to download an app, keep in mind whether that message is reliable or not. If you have any doubts, ignore that message.
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