Indian Authorities Warn of Malicious Social Media Apps Hijacking Devices and Stealing Data

Govt sounds alarm as Facebook, Instagram ads target banking passwords, phones

Authorities have issued a stark warning about the rise of malicious pornographic applications lurking on social media platforms. These deceptive apps have the capability to hijack Android devices and pilfer sensitive financial information. Often disguised within ads on Facebook and Instagram, users are lured into downloading APK files that seek dangerous permissions.

By TOI TECH DESK