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Just like with apps you use on your phone,mobile malwareis always improving.

You might think youre logging into a banking app when really, youre giving your credentials to hackers.

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However, it also has the ability to tap on prompts automatically when they pop up on your phone.

From there, they can unlock your phone remotely whenever they want and perform additional attacks or on-rig fraud.

How to stay safe from Android malware

These new TrickMo variants are currently being spread throughphishing attacks.

Android lock screen vulnerability

The same goes for text messages and messages on social media.

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