New Android Malware Wave Hits Banking via NFC Relay Fraud, Call Hijacking, and Root Exploits
17.08.2025
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New Android Malware Wave Hits Banking via NFC Relay Fraud, Call Hijacking, and Root Exploits
A new wave of Android malware is targeting banking apps with sophisticated techniques including NFC relay fraud, call hijacking, and root exploits. Dubbed PhantomCard, SpyBanker, and leveraging KernelSU exploits, these threats are a nightmare for mobile security.
The malware operates by intercepting NFC transactions, hijacking calls to bypass two-factor authentication, and exploiting root privileges to gain deep access to the device. This trifecta of tactics makes it incredibly potent and difficult to detect.
- • PhantomCard: Specializes in NFC relay attacks, cloning contactless payment data.
- • SpyBanker: Hijacks calls and SMS to intercept 2FA codes.
- • KernelSU Exploits: Gains root access to stealthily manipulate banking apps.
Security experts urge users to update their devices, avoid sideloading apps, and monitor for unusual banking activity. The sophistication of these attacks highlights the evolving threat landscape in mobile banking security.
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