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Hans India
17 hours ago
- Hans India
TGCSB issues advisory over malicious APK files disguised as RTO traffic challan alerts
Hyderabad: TheTelangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has issued a stern warning to citizens about a new wave of cyber fraud involving malicious APK files disguised as RTO traffic challan alerts. According to the TGCSB, Cyber Security discovered that cybercriminals are actively targeting WhatsApp users. In its advisory TGCSB stated, Fraudsters are sending deceptive messages through groups with official-sounding names like 'TS Traffic Police Updates' or 'RTO Alerts Hyderabad', primarily during evening hours. These messages contain a link to download a file named 'RTO Traffic which unsuspecting victims are tricked into installing. As per the TGCSB after installation, the malicious APK file gives fraudsters full access to the victim's device. This includes sensitive banking info, credit card details, and SMS messages with important One Time Password (OTPs). The TGCSB added that victims often find unauthorized transactions on their accounts. These usually happen with online shopping platforms. The malware lets attackers control the infected device remotely. The TGCSB stressed that these attacks are very dangerous. They take advantage of the public's trust in what looks like official communication. Telangana Cyber Security Bureau advises citizens never click on links or download APKs from unknown or unofficial sources. Do not trust WhatsApp group names, attackers often name them to appear official. Install apps only from Google play store or Apple app store. Enable OTP alerts and immediately block your card if you suspect any fraud. Report incidents immediately in 1930 or via
The Hindu
3 days ago
- The Hindu
Police warn citizens of fake ‘Traffic challan' apk scam
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) issued a public advisory warning citizens against a new malware scam that is being spread through WhatsApp, primarily in the evenings, using a file named 'RTO Traffic According to officials, cyber fraudsters are actively sending this apk file on WhatsApp groups named to appear legitimate or affiliated with government bodies. The file is presented as a traffic challan alert from the Regional Transport Office (RTO), luring unsuspecting users into downloading it. Once installed, the malicious app can hijack the user's device, gain access to SMS messages including one-time passwords (OTPs), steal credit card and banking details, and even remotely control the phone. Victims typically begin receiving alerts the following morning about unauthorised credit card transactions, often linked to e-commerce platforms. TGCSB warned users never to click on or install APK files from unverified or unofficial sources. 'Golden hour action can save your money,' the advisory reads, urging users to install apps only from trusted sources like Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Citizens have also been advised to enable OTP alerts on all transactions and to block their cards immediately if they suspect fraudulent activity. In case of cyber fraud, victims should report the incident without delay by dialling the toll-free number 1930 or visiting
