Zimperium’s zLabs team has uncovered a new and widespread threat dubbed SMS Stealer. Detected during routine malware analysis, this malicious software has been found in over 105,000 samples, affecting more than 600 global brands. SMS Stealer’s extensive reach poses significant risks, including account takeovers and identity theft. The SMS Stealer threat, first identified in 2022, uses fake ads and Telegram bots posing as legitimate services to trick victims into gaining access to their SMS messages. … More →

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