Categories: Security

Over 300,000 Android Devices Affected Using Chrome

Hackers are quietly compromising bank information and using Google Chrome as a vehicle. The fraudulent virus detector uses adware with a Google logo to build trust with the user. Once the user clicks the ‘Remove Virus Now’ button, a virus is instantly added to their device.

Problems like these can be solved with select antivirus apps designed for Android devices. Click below to use PSafe to scan for threats and eliminate any hidden viruses.

The virus is in the form of a .apk file once the button to remove the virus and will not request approval upon download. Google is taking actions to address the issue, but hackers are still using an evergreen technique to continue infecting devices by way of malicious app downloads.

PSafe’s security team also recommends keep the Antiphising feature activated. It blocks malicious websites in their tracks combined with an anti-virus that eliminates the virus on your device altogether. To check or remove any vulnerabilities and keep the Antiphishing enabled, click below.

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