Cyber experts warn Tinder users of rising malware attacks and what to look out for

Online and in-app scams are rife once again in Ireland, with thousands of people being targeted each day across many platforms.

With Valentine’s Day in full swing, one particular type of scam, which involves malware infiltrating victims’ phones and other electronic equipment, is on the rise.

Cybersecurity company Kaspersky has analysed this specific malware using the names of over 20 popular dating apps.