China-linked hackers spy on Android users through fake messenger apps

Suspected China-linked hackers are targeting Android users with spyware to steal data and eavesdrop on their messages, according to new research. Attackers in two active campaigns planted ‘BadBazaar’ malware in fake Signal and Telegram apps distributed through official app stores, including the Google Play store and the Samsung Galaxy store, according to research published Wednesday

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