Fradulent Apps: In today’s digital time, almost every work is being done through smartphones and apps present in them. Due to this many people’s work has been easy. But there are many serious dangers associated with this facility. Many fake Android apps cheat users by mimicking the real platform. These apps lure people to register them and get information like their credit card. These malware are designed to steal your personal and financial data.
How fake apps are different
For information, let us know that fake apps mimic the real platform and give attractive offers to the users such as redemption of offers or immediate credit cards. But there is hidden malware in them, which is programmed to steal your sensitive information.
Recent reports of the National Cyber Crime Danger Analysis Unit (NCTAU) have shown that these apps can intercept calls, access SMS data and steal personal information like PAN number, Aadhaar details and banking credentials.
How to work fake apps
If you understand the tricks of these apps, then it will be easy to avoid them.
Fake apps often offer breathtaking offers such as reward point redemption to attract users. After downloading, they ask users to enter sensitive information such as credit card details.
These apps mimic the design and interface of real services, making it easier for users to cheat. Official logo, branding and mimics of features.
These apps ask users to upload Aadhaar, PAN card etc., which increases the risk of identity theft and money fraud.
During installation, these apps seek unnecessary permissions such as SMS and call log access, contact and location data, camera and microphone.
After installing, these apps can hijack the required features of the phone. In this, changing the default SMS app to intercept OTP. Changing the call forwarding settings involves redirecting the call to another number.
How to identify fake apps
To avoid these apps, you need to recognize them.
- Be cautious if an app asks for permission for SMS, call log or banking data.
- Do not download the app from third party store or unknown links.
- They are often deceived by a very unusual offer or very attractive offer.
- Remove immediately if an app changes your default SMS or call settings.
How to protect yourself
For your data and financial safety, take care of these things.
- Download the app only from official sources. Always use Google Play Store.
- Accept only those permissions that are necessary for the process process.
- To increase the safety of banking accounts, please turn on two-factor authentication.
- Update the phone’s operating system and apps. This reduces cyber risk.
- Keep checking your bank transactions regularly and inform the bank immediately to the bank.
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