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New stealthy Android malware stumps antivirus, poses huge threat to phones, study reveals
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New stealthy Android malware stumps antivirus, poses huge threat to phones, study reveals

[ad_1] In a recent study, Zimperium, a mobile security firm, has uncovered a concerning trend in Android malware. These malicious apps are using a tricky method to hide from antivirus programs and have a huge potential of harming your phone to steal your data.Hackers are constantly endeavouring to find ways to get their harmful apps onto your phone and the latest trick they're using involves a type of Android malware that can hide from even the best antivirus apps. This malware is using a new technique to avoid being detected by security systems, according to a Tom's Guide report. The Role of APKs in the AttackThis discovery comes from Zimperium, a company that focuses on finding and removing malware from the Google Play store, where you download apps for Android phones. To understand t...