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CloudSEK, atop cybersecurity firm has reported that ahacker group from Vietnam is sending e- challans through WhatsApp messages to users, masquerading their identity as from Parivahan Sewa or Karnataka Police.

The malware, part of the Wromba family, has infected over 4,400 devices. Gujarat has the highest number of victims, followed by Karnataka.

The modus operandi according to a recent report by CloudSEK, a top cybersecurity firm, has revealed this worrying trend. Scammers from a Vietnamese hacker group are targeting Indian users with fake e-challan messages on WhatsApp. These messages trick recipients into downloading a malicious app, leading to personal data theft and financial fraud.

The new malware named Maorrisbot is targeting Android users in India by spreading fake traffic challan messages on WhatsApp. This malicious app steals contacts, SMS messages, and device information, leading to financial losses.

Users receive a WhatsApp message that looks like a traffic challan from the 'Vahan Parivahan' or Karnataka police. The message prompts users to install an Android app (.apk file) in order to make the payment for the challan. Once installed, the app hides itself and cannot be seen on the home screen. The app asks for extensive permissions, including access to contacts, SMS messages, and phone calls. After installation, the malware steals contacts, SMS messages, and device information. This data is sent to a Telegram bot controlled by the attackers. The attackers use the stolen information to make financial transactions, such as purchasing gift cards, using the victims' accounts.

The links:-

https://www.indiatoday.in/technology...408-2024-07-18

https://www.businesstoday.in/technol...600-2024-07-18

[LMOO2]

The cyber fraud has increased so much that I get a fraud call/message at least 2 times/week. Due to these frauds I have removed the bank apps from my parents mobile and have opened a separate account for UPI payments. We are facing this since the educated ones are unemployed and make a lucrative earning by scamming people and our law cannot nail them down.
The Government of India is also responsible for these scams since they are selling the RTO datas for few crores and exposing the privacy of its own citizen. Almost every new car owner is going through RSA scam since the past 3 years but the government is still not able to stop them.
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/g...ms-950293.html