New "RatMilad" Android Malware—Steals Data and Spies on Victims

"RatMilad", a new type of Android malware, is now being used within the Middle East to spy on victims via their smartphones and steal data. RatMilad is a kind of spyware, which are malware programs used to spy on victims through their devices. RatMilad is capable of recording both video and audio, giving the attackers the ability to listen in on private conversations and conduct remote surveillance.

On top of this, RatMilad allows malicious actors to change application permissions on victims' devices.

RatMilad is infecting devices via a phony VPN and number spoofing apps Text Me and NumRent. These apps are being spread through links on social media, meaning almost anyone could be exposed to RatMilad. Once the phony app is installed onto the device, RatMilad can start stealing data and spying on victims. It is being used in this campaign by an Iranian hacker group known as AppMilad. more