Note that the malware was first discovered in 2019. It was often distributed via phishing sites that looked like legitimate sources with free downloads.
Once installed, CryptBot steals “sensitive” data such as passwords, cookies, cryptocurrency wallets and credit card information from infected computers.
Google representatives said on a company blog that they noticed the malware spreading through modified apps, including Google Chrome and Google Earth Pro.
The company’s experts managed to find the latest versions of CryptBot, which emulate the company’s browser and mapping software. After suing several major CryptBot distributors, the tech giant has confirmed that it has taken a temporary measure that prevents developers from distributing malware.
Source: Ferra
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