This report highlights a significant increase in malicious Android apps on Google Play, with over 40 million downloads and a 67% rise in mobile malware targeting users. Key threats include spyware, banking trojans, and adware, with attackers shifting toward social engineering tactics like phishing, smishing, and SIM-swapping to exploit mobile payments. #Anatsa #SpyNote
Keypoints
- Hundreds of malicious Android apps were downloaded more than 40 million times between June 2024 and May 2025.
- Mobile malware, including spyware and banking trojans, experienced a 67% yearly growth.
- Attackers are shifting from card fraud to exploiting mobile payments through social engineering methods.
- Adware now accounts for nearly 69% of Android threats, with Spyware surging 220% YoY.
- India, the US, and Canada are the most targeted countries, with notable increases in attacks in Italy and Israel.