Attention IT return SMS can drain your bank account. In this context, CERT-In has also issued an advisory against the new Trojan affecting various banks. Bank customers using Android phones are at risk of Trojan malware, many banks have become targets so far.
If you are using net banking services through Android phone then you need to be cautious. The country’s federal cyber security agency, in a recent advisory, has alerted bank customers using Android phones, informing them about the infiltration of Trojan malware in the Indian cyber space.
DIG Cyber Crime Mohit Chawla said that this malware has so far targeted more than 27 public and private sector banks. Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) recently issued an advisory saying, ‘This phishing (computer virus used to steal personal data) malware is active in the form of income tax refund and for the privacy of customer data. Could prove to be a danger.
He has appealed to the public that in case of any cyber crime, they should immediately send their complaint on helpline number 1930 and cyber police station Shimla’s mail ID and phone 0177 2620331 and on WhatsApp 9805953670. Cyber Crime Police Station, Shimla of the State Intelligence Department has informed all Android phone users through advisory about what is the new Drinic Android malware targeting online banking users.
As per CERT-In advisory, Drink Android malware is targeting Indian banking users and is spreading under the guise of income tax refund. It is a banking trojan capable of phishing screens and persuading users to enter sensitive banking information.
CERT-In recommends limiting your download sources to official app stores, such as your device’s manufacturer or operating system app stores, such as Google Pay to reduce risk. Before installing any app, check the description of the app properly. Before downloading or installing an app on an Android device, even from the Google Play Store, always review the app description, number of downloads, user reviews and comments, etc.
If you are using net banking services through Android phone then you need to be cautious. The country’s federal cyber security agency, in a recent advisory, has alerted bank customers using Android phones, informing them about the intrusion of Trojan malware into the Indian cyber space.