Take action now – FluBot malware may be on its way

Take action now – FluBot malware may be on its way

Why FluBot is a major threat for Android users, how to avoid falling victim, and how to get rid of the malware if your device has already been compromised



Android malware known as FluBot is continuing to cause mayhem across some European countries, and there is speculation that the bad actors behind it may decide to target other geographies, including the United States. Here’s why you should be vigilant, how FluBot operates, and how you can remove this Android nasty from your device.


It’s also worth noting that this advice will help you stay safe from other Android malware strains. In recent days, cybercriminals have begun to target Europeans with TeaBot (also known as Anatsa or Toddler), an Android malware family that uses exactly the same technique as FluBot to spread and to lure users into giving up their sensitive data. FluBot and TeaBot are detected by ESET products as variants of the Android/TrojanDropper.Agent family.


How FluBot operates


If a victim is lured by the attacker into the malicious campaign, their entire Android device becomes accessible to the scammer. This includes the potential to steal credit card numbers and access credentials to online banking accounts. To avoid removal, the attacker implements mechanisms to stop the built-in protection offered by the Android OS and stops many third-party security software packages from being installed, an action many users would take to remove malicious software.


The victim first receives an SMS message that impersonates a popular delivery logistics brand, such as FedEx, DHL, and Correos (in Spain). The call to action of the mess ..

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