Researchers have malware warning for banking, ecommerce and entertainment apps: How the virus works, spreads and more

Researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign known as DogeRAT (Remote Access Trojan), which is being carried out through the distribution of fake Android apps designed to look like legitimate apps. According to a report in CloudSEK, DogeRAT utilises open-source Android malware to steal sensitive information and compromise the security of victims’ devices, impacting various industries, particularly banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), e-commerce, and entertainment.

How is DogeRAT spread

DogeRAT is spread via social media and messaging platforms disguised as a legitimate mobile app such as a game, productivity tool, or entertainment app such as Netflix, YouTube, and so on.