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Old 28th March 2018, 12:35   #1
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Default Android malware found inside seemingly innocent QR code apps

Google is getting better at keeping Android malware out of the Play Store, and that's leading attackers to use more sophisticated disguises for their rogue apps. SophosLabs has proof: it just detailed a recent ad-spawning malware strain, Andr/HiddnAd...

https://www.engadget.com/2018/03/26/...-qr-code-apps/
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