India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) recently issued a warning about a new type of Android malware called “Daam”.
According to GizChina , CERT-In says that malware can hack and steal sensitive data on Android devices. Daam is malware for Android devices and can bypass the phone’s security checks. It can also steal sensitive data from the phone and access important permissions
In addition, malware can hack call logs, modify device passwords, etc. After attacking the device, hackers can even control the phone remotely.
Daam is mainly spread through Android APK files. This malware infects devices when downloaded from untrusted or unknown sources, often found on third-party websites or apps.
Daam communicates with various Android APK files to access the phone. Once distributed through third-party websites, it encrypts the files in the phone through the AES algorithm before the files are deleted from the local storage and only the encrypted files are kept. , with the “.enc” and “readme_now.txt” extensions and a ransom note. The malware is capable of hacking call logs and contacts, gaining access to the camera, modifying passwords, recording browsing history and bookmarks, terminating background processes and accessing updates. call sign.
To protect Android devices from Daam malware , users are advised to follow these guidelines: do not download apps from untrusted or unknown sources; only install apps from the Google Play Store or other trusted app stores; keep your Android device up to date with the latest security patches; install a reputable antivirus application and update it; always exercise caution when clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources; Finally, regularly back up data to avoid data loss in the event of a malware attack.
