Kaspersky has discovered SparkKitty: A new Trojan spy on app store and google play, ET CISO
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Kaspersky has discovered SparkKitty: A new Trojan spy on app store and google play
Kaspersky Lab found SparkKitty, a new Trojan spy, targeting iOS and Android phones. It steals images and device data. The malware hid in crypto, gambling apps, and a fake TikTok, spread via app stores and scam sites. Attackers aim to steal cryptocurrency from Southeast Asia and China. Users in India may also be at risk.
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