Written by Samah Labib
Sunday, May 28, 2023 04:00 AM
Dangerous virus targets Android phones Hacking users’ call logs and stealing passwords and other sensitive data, the Indian government has issued a warning against the new danger in the city, reports indiatoday.
And the government issued a warning against malware called “supporter” that can infect Android phones, and this malware has the ability to gain unauthorized access to various aspects of your phone, such as call records, contacts, browsing history, and even the camera, and the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team presented (CERT-In), which is the national cybersecurity agency, this advisory.
According to the advisory, the Dam virus is able to bypass antivirus software, making it difficult to detect and remove, and it can also spread ransomware, which is a type of malware that locks your device and demands a ransom to unlock it. The virus is usually transmitted through websites or websites. Third party apps downloaded from unreliable or unknown sources.
Once the Daam virus has infected an Android phone, it tries to evade the security measures of the device and then gains access to sensitive information such as call logs and history on the compromised device.
The government advisory also states that a “booster” virus can hack phone call recordings, contacts, access the camera, and even modify device passwords. Furthermore, it can take screenshots, steal text messages (SMS), download and upload files, and transfer stolen data to a command and control server.
To make matters worse, the malware uses an advanced encryption algorithm called AES to encrypt files on the victim’s device. This deletes other files from the device’s storage, and only the encrypted files with the “.enc” extension remain. In addition, a ransom note named “readme_now.txt” may be displayed.
To protect yourself from such threats, the Cyber Security Agency advises against visiting untrusted websites or clicking on untrusted links.
It is advised to keep your antivirus software up-to-date, and the warning also suggests being wary of suspicious phone numbers that may not appear to be genuine cell phone numbers, as scammers often hide their true identities using email to text messaging services. Legitimate SMS messages from banks usually include the sender ID. which consists of the short name of the bank instead of the phone number.
Finally, users are advised to be extra careful while dealing with shortened URLs, such as those containing “bitly” or “tinyurl” hyperlinks, as these URLs may be redirected to malicious websites.
And following these precautions can help protect your Android phone from “Daam” malware and other similar threats, ensuring the safety of your personal information and your device.
