Snowblind Malware: Threat to Android Banking

Overview:
Snowblind is an Android malware discovered by cybersecurity firm Promon. It steals banking login details and performs unauthorized transactions.

Infection Method:
Snowblind spreads through malicious apps that appear legitimate. It often bypasses detection by repackaging apps and exploiting accessibility features. Social engineering attacks, particularly outside official app stores, are common infection vectors.

Functionality:
Snowblind bypasses Android’s security by exploiting the “seccomp” feature in the Linux kernel. It injects code before seccomp activates, allowing it to use accessibility services to monitor screens and steal login information. This malware can disable biometric and two-factor authentication (2FA) protections, significantly increasing the risk of fraud and identity theft. It operates silently in the background, making it hard to detect.

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