Android Phones hit with Judy Malware attack

A new malware that is being called “Judy” is on the loose in Android devices worldwide. There about close to 37 million Androids that are currently affected by “Judy”. The malware came in through 41 different apps in the Google Play Store. Some of the apps that were affected were in the store for years. Since the malware has been found Google has since removed the apps from the Play Store.
How did the malware get past the Google Bouncer system? The apps did not contain the malicious part of the code. According to BBC once the app was downloaded the apps register the devices to a remote server and then send malicious ad software to open a website that generates revenue for the website when you click on them. Some adds do not allow you to close them without a click. The apps came from Korean app developer Enstudio. Android users beware and make sure you are protected from the malware. Stay tuned next week for a brand new, Cyber Security article detailing the many types of malware and ow to stay protected!

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