Android: Cerberus malware is available online and threatens your bank account

The Cerberus malware first appeared in a Spanish currency converter app in July 2020. But on Monday, September 21, 2020, we learned that: The malware’s source code was distributed on underground forums on the InternetKapersky IT security researchers have been meticulously monitoring the malware situation since it first emerged in July 2020.

Malware is freely available on the internet

Meanwhile, the development teams tried to sell their malware to the highest bidder cybercriminal groups before they changed their minds. For some unknown reason, Cerberus operators decided to publish the malware’s source code on underground forums. We make it accessible to everyone.

Without surprise, The number of Android apps infected with Cerberus has increased rapidly in recent weeks“Like attempts to steal money from Russian and European users.”“We’ve already seen an increase in attacks against users since the source code was released. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen something like this happen, but this explosion in activity since developers abandoned the project is unprecedented,” he said. Kapersky’s security researcher Dimitry Galov explains:

Previously, Cerberus was offered in the form of MaaS on underground forums. Malware as a service. So customers had to pay to use the malware. This is a kind of license or subscription. NOW, accessible without restriction.

Cerberus V2, even more powerful

The icing on the cake is that Cerberus appears to have evolved a lot since its initial appearance. In fact, the published source code relates to a second version of the malware, Cerberus V2, capable of sending and receiving malware. Stealing 2FA codes It’s available in SMS messages. You can also: overlaps with banking applications or financial services installed on your device. Conveniently lurking in the background, the Trojan patiently waits for the user to launch one of their applications and enter their login credentials.

Kapersky researchers are closely monitoring the evolution of Cerberus. At the same time, they advise Android users not to: Download apps only from reputable stores To quickly install system updates and arm yourself with Android antivirus software, use official sites like Google Play Store or App Gallery.

Source : TechRadar