
Android malware hidden in fake antivirus app
Fox News
Android malware spreads through Hugging Face AI platform disguised as fake antivirus app TrustBastion, cybersecurity researchers warn, giving hackers direct device access.
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At first, the threat appears harmless because it is disguised as a fake antivirus app. Then, once you install it, criminals gain direct access to your device. Because of this, the threat stands out as especially troubling. It combines two things people already trust — security apps and AI platforms.
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