Russian banking experts warn of the growing threat of the Mamont mobile banking Trojan, which is actively spreading ahead of the New Year. Scammers use fake online stores to lure customers with lucrative offers. To track the packets, users are asked to download a tracker that is actually malware. This Trojan blocks SMS and push notifications, allowing fraudsters to steal money through SMS banking.
Security experts recommend not downloading applications from links coming from strangers. It is important to use only official sources to download programs. It is also worth installing anti-virus applications on mobile devices and computers and using anti-phishing functions for additional protection. “The main rule of protection is not to trust links from dubious sources and always check the permissions required by the application during installation,” said Post Bank’s press service.
Zenit Bank stated that such fraud programs are not new and reminded the importance of being careful when making transactions over the internet. Experts from other financial institutions agree with them and emphasize that anonymity in online channels significantly increases the risks. “Do not trust offers that are not published on official sites and avoid installing applications from dubious sources,” they warned. If you need to make a purchase, it is better to use platforms with a good reputation and transaction protection mechanisms.
Source: Ferra
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