The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (Cert-In) has issued an advisory, warning users about the various types of mobile-based malware and the methods employed by them to infect devices.
As per the release, Cert-In informed that malware such as Adware, cryptocurrency mining malware, remote access tools, mobile banking and short messaging service trojans, mobile spyware and ransomware were active and urged users to ensure safety from them.
Explaining the ways in which the malware work, Cert-In mentioned that users must be aware of fake applications and websites which entice them by using legitimate company names or references. Besides, through the advisory, Cert-In further informed that the malware can be in the form of persistent push ads asking for sensitive information or subscription from users to premium services without consent. To avoid falling victim to malware and their methods, Cert-In suggested that users keep their operating systems and apps updated, use strong authentication, disable unneeded network radios, install security software, and always delete data before discarding the device
