Qwizzserial Craze: How Telegram Scammers Sidestepped Security to Swipe $62K
Qwizzserial: The SMS-stealing malware spreading faster than gossip in a small town is infecting Android devices via Telegram in Uzbekistan. Scammers pose as government officials offering financial aid, but instead of help, users get a malware-laden APK. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably malware.
Hot Take:
Uzbekistan’s digital underworld just got a new villain, and it’s not a Bond movie. Meet Qwizzserial, the malware that’s making SMS as secure as a wet paper bag. If you thought Telegram was just for gossiping with friends, think again—it’s now a launchpad for cybercriminals with a penchant for government cosplay.
Key Points:
- Qwizzserial malware, part of Ajina malware family, targets SMS-based authentication in Uzbekistan.
- Distributed via Telegram with fake government aid apps, luring users into installing malware.
- Steals sensitive information like phone numbers, banking app details, and SMS data.
- Campaign mimics Classiscam model, netting perpetrators at least $62,000 in a few months.
- Group-IB recommends vigilance against unofficial apps and enhanced security measures.
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