Sneaky Android Malware XLoader Strikes Without a Tap: Will Google’s Fix Arrive in Time?

Beware Android users: a new malware, dubbed XLoader, needs no prompt to pounce! It’s a silent data-snatcher—just don’t grant it permissions or you’ll be texting more than just your friends.

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Oh great, another Android malware that's like the worst kind of party guest: shows up uninvited, doesn't wait for a cue to start, and goes straight for your personal data snacks. XLoader's got a new bag of tricks, and it's masquerading as your trusty Chrome browser, hoping you'll overlook its sketchy font choices and grant it all-access backstage passes to your digital life. And here we thought 'auto-launch' was a feature we only disliked in Spotify playlists...

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