Alerte scam Android : un malware appelé Flubot se propage au Royaume-Uni via des messages frauduleux se faisant passer pour des notifications de livraison. Il infecte les appareils, vole des données sensibles et peut envoyer des messages à vos contacts. Découvrez comment vous protéger contre cette menace.
A text-message scam infecting Android phones is currently spreading across the UK, experts have warned.
The message, pretending to be from a parcel delivery company, prompts users to install a tracking app, but it’s actually a malicious piece of spyware called Flubot. This malware can take over devices and spy on phones to gather sensitive data, including online banking details.
Vodafone has reported that millions of these text messages are being sent across all networks. A spokesperson emphasized the importance of being especially vigilant against this malware and not clicking on any links in these messages. Other networks, such as EE and Three, have also issued their own warnings.
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has provided guidance on how to protect yourself if you’ve already downloaded the malicious app by mistake. It’s important not to panic, as there are steps you can take to secure your devices and accounts.
The malware can also send more malicious messages to an infected user’s contacts, helping it spread.
This type of text message scam, although common, is particularly dangerous this time, as it attempts to install malicious software directly on the phone. By clicking on the link, users are directed to a page explaining how to install the tracking app via an APK file, which allows Android apps to be installed outside the secure Google Play Store. Normally, such installations are blocked for security reasons, but the scam page includes instructions on how to bypass this protection.
iPhone users are not affected by this scam, as these phones cannot install Android APK files.
Experts recommend always verifying the authenticity of messages and contacting the delivery company’s official customer service line if in doubt. It’s also crucial to keep your phone up to date with the latest security patches and consider installing mobile security software from a trusted brand.
If you receive a suspicious message, remember to report it to 7726 and delete it immediately.
Source : BBC
