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Sead Fadilpašić

This devious Android malware spoofs WhatsApp, TikTok and more - here's how to stay safe

An Android phone being held in the hand.
  • ClayRat malware mimics popular apps to steal data and spread via victim contact lists
  • It abuses Android’s SMS handler role to bypass permissions and access sensitive content
  • Over 600 variants found; users should stick to trusted app stores and use antivirus tools

A new Android malware variant is posing as popular apps, stealing sensitive files and propagating further.

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