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New malware found on Google Play

If you’re looking to download another app for your Samsung Galaxy S3 or HTC One X from Google Play, beware. Virus expert Symantec has discovered a new malware Android.Dropdialer.

The threat is disguised under two popular titles, “GTA 3 Moscow City” and “Super Mario Bros” on the 24th of June. Currently, they have generated anywhere from 50,000 to 100,000 downloads.

Once the malicious app is installed, it requests you to download a second part that is hosted on Dropbox. The app then sends premium SMS messages.

Have you downloaded the new malware Android.Dropdialer from Google Play? Let us know through a comment.

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Added: July 16th, 2012
Author: nadine
Category: App News

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