WhatsApp 'Android Worm' Malware Disguises as a Harmless Message, Infects Your Contact List …

Users are receiving malicious Whatsapp Messages that allegedly installs an “Android worm” on your device. The malware is reportedly known to be infectious since it can even spread the infection to your contact lists, without you knowing it. (Photo : Photo by Torsten Dettlaff from Pexels) As The Sun reports, A YouTuber and tech Expert Lukas Stefanko highlighted this issue on a recent tweet with a video that warns users about the circulating Whatsapp Android Worm. Android WhatsApp Worm?Malware spreads via victim’s WhatsApp by automatically replying to any received WhatsApp message notification with a link to malicious Huawei Mobile app.Message is sent only once per hour to the same contact.It looks to be adware or subscription scam. https://t.co/NYbh2A9Y6M pic.twitter.com/2tFgLyG94O— Lukas Stefanko (@LukasStefanko) January 21, 2021 Fake ‘Free SmartPhone’ Huawei Promo App Installs Malware to WhatsApp Users The expert from tech security firm ESET tweeted about the issue to warn his followers of the circulating “Android worm” with an attached video showing how the malware can land on your phone. The worm can get access to your device once you receive the malicious message and download what claims to be a promo Huawei app that gives you a chance of winning a free…
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