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Title: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: ZionRTZ on September 13, 2019, 03:36:50 PM
Heads up to all android users out there who loves to download applications on Google Play. There's a lot of apps that's infected with malware there that are aimed to gather data from your phone. Any information connected to your crypto wallets or bank accounts will be used to steal funds from you.

Check out some of the lists from this article (https://mspoweruser-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/mspoweruser.com/joker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it/amp/?amp_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fmspoweruser.com%2Fjoker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it%2F)
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Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: mnixxo.crypto on September 13, 2019, 06:18:44 PM
Very important information. Thank you for that topic.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Zed0X on September 15, 2019, 09:22:09 AM
It's not surprising that many phone users would easily trust applications just because it's on google play. If I had not been involved in crypto, I could have been on of them. Thanks for the heads up anyway.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Hobby1667 on September 20, 2019, 01:48:52 PM
It's not surprising that many phone users would easily trust applications just because it's on google play. If I had not been involved in crypto, I could have been on of them. Thanks for the heads up anyway.
I don’t know how Google play skips fraud applications. This is a huge network, how can you be so neglectful about this.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: SonyChristopher on September 20, 2019, 05:59:52 PM
There is no perfect system, so take care before the disaster occurs by always installing an antivirus, and do not carelessly surfing the browser!
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Fionn on September 24, 2019, 07:51:12 AM
thanks for the heads up. most people trust these apps just because they are on google play and assume google might have done their job of offering a virus free and good app. people need to be more aware about these sort of things.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: dragononcrypto on October 02, 2019, 03:42:14 PM
Nice list +1. I haven't heard of any of the apps but good to know they are not to be trusted.
This is a good example of how using mobile apps aren't as secure as they seem.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: NC-Soul on October 06, 2019, 02:31:42 AM
Thank you for sharing this, i also like to download apps from the playstore althoughi do check the reviews first and other permission/ access the app was about to require before downloading any app, i am not sure only or knowledgeable how to spot apps with malwares or viruses.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: PurpleImp on October 07, 2019, 01:20:50 AM
Google is doing something about it https://9to5google.com/2019/09/10/google-removes-malware-apps/

The malware you talking about is called joker.

https://mspoweruser-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/mspoweruser.com/joker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it/amp/?amp_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fmspoweruser.com%2Fjoker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it%2F
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: NC-Soul on October 11, 2019, 01:11:04 AM

The malware you talking about is called joker.

-snip- I can't reply with external links.
What do you mean by this sir? does all names there in the OP have no malwares or virus at all? I think even how secured the google play store are still some bad guys who use to put and modified the app and put some external links or buttons to go directly in the malwares or virus without noticing it. because my friend who is working in a cybersecurity said that not all apps in the google play doesn't guarantee its security and some of it stole data's and password by putting some additives ,hacking , virus, malwares for them to have a control on ones mobile phone after all.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: ShadowCrypto on October 11, 2019, 04:40:35 AM
True there is a few fake apps out there, need to be careful everyone
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: PurpleImp on October 14, 2019, 01:45:16 AM

The malware you talking about is called joker.

-snip- I can't reply with external links.
What do you mean by this sir? does all names there in the OP have no malwares or virus at all? I think even how secured the google play store are still some bad guys who use to put and modified the app and put some external links or buttons to go directly in the malwares or virus without noticing it. because my friend who is working in a cybersecurity said that not all apps in the google play doesn't guarantee its security and some of it stole data's and password by putting some additives ,hacking , virus, malwares for them to have a control on ones mobile phone after all.

Yes your friend is right. There are apps that are dangerous on the app store so you shouldn't just trust anything. I was saying that google do take the bad apps off so something is being done about it.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: braincoin555 on October 17, 2019, 12:45:53 PM
It is better not to use the phone at all in matters related to the storage of currency.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: braincoin555 on October 17, 2019, 12:51:20 PM
Thanks for the warning. Too bad Google didn't install more powerful protection and doesn't check apps.
They check only at the stage of entering the playmarket, after that after a while you can fill in anything with the update.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: WhiskeyHoney on October 18, 2019, 05:07:27 PM
Thank you for the info. I'm using the changelly app and it's quite ok although there are problems sometimes too
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: R on October 28, 2019, 12:59:19 PM
Camscanner was my favorite app for document photos, not long enough it got malware and Google removed them right away. But now this app is back, is it safe to use again which was affected earlier?
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: zombieroadie on November 19, 2019, 11:51:06 AM
Thank you for the info! I'm sure it's not the entire list though, would be nice to learn more about dangerous apps
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: jekanbedui on November 27, 2019, 03:51:42 PM
Heads up to all android users out there who loves to download applications on Google Play. There's a lot of apps that's infected with malware there that are aimed to gather data from your phone. Any information connected to your crypto wallets or bank accounts will be used to steal funds from you.

Check out some of the lists from this article (https://mspoweruser-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/mspoweruser.com/joker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it/amp/?amp_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fmspoweruser.com%2Fjoker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it%2F)
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Great VPN
Humour Camera
Ignite Clean
Leaf Face Scanner
Mini Camera
Print Plant scan
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google should do something about this problem cause this was a serious matter.  Stealing someone identity was always a serious problem and they should banned the used of that app asap.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: MrSandman on November 28, 2019, 02:30:37 PM
This is very useful information. 10q
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: bright4mech on December 20, 2019, 12:27:07 PM
Thanks for your information, and i have been updated from the information you share.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: LogiC on December 21, 2019, 09:07:51 AM
It is better not to use the phone at all in matters related to the storage of currency.

Why not there is a safe way to do this and I keeping some of my tokens and coins on my phone wallet app. I think it depends on the app that you are using if does have some malware or very strong virus that could steal youre info.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: babu10 on January 10, 2020, 04:09:40 PM
OMG!! This is really a very important awareness comment. If i need any apps i download apps without any tension because i know that play store apps are secure but here your comment really surprised me. From now i would be careful about those apps.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: mlawson71 on January 12, 2020, 02:12:03 PM
That is very helpful, thank you for the heads up!
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Irina48 on January 13, 2020, 10:37:00 AM
Это действительно не показатель,знаю мошенника,который несколько лет подряд заливал свой проект в плей и грабил людей.и на это никто не обращал внимания.Складывается такое впечатление,что они в доле.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: TravisJames on January 22, 2020, 06:34:09 AM
Thanks for the information. For how easy it is to get apps approved onto these stores it makes sense the hackers would make that a focus in order to gather user information, credentials, etc. Just shows with crypto we always gotta be on our toes and know what you are downloading at all times!
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: mnixxo.crypto on January 22, 2020, 03:10:13 PM
Это действительно не показатель,знаю мошенника,который несколько лет подряд заливал свой проект в плей и грабил людей.и на это никто не обращал внимания.Складывается такое впечатление,что они в доле.

Please write in English in this section.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Haider2.0 on March 08, 2020, 03:11:25 PM
I totally agree with your statement, such malicious apps keep running on background and even can hack your passwords.Make sure that the app you are downloading has positive reviews and is secure.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: dewod_ on March 11, 2020, 12:55:07 PM
Really useful info, thanks.
Personally I use CoinDeal's mobile app and I can recommend it. It's the only cryptocurrency exchange app that I trust. CoinDeal is really reliable platform, they even have a Swiss VQF license. If you want to download it, here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coindeal (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coindeal). It is available on iOS too.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Astra on July 31, 2020, 09:08:54 PM
I have not yet encountered such malicious programs, although I have been working with a mobile phone for more than one year. Anyway, of course, we need to be careful
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Lovebitcoin on August 07, 2020, 10:27:12 AM
I have not yet encountered such malicious programs, although I have been working with a mobile phone for more than one year. Anyway, of course, we need to be careful
There are some app that steals your private information without your consent, same as app that act like Trojan as OP had mentioned, you will just notice that your phone battery drains faster than expected, perhaps its a sign
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: H2O on August 07, 2020, 02:48:28 PM
Very much important and effective information but I don't know about it.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Gwatan on August 09, 2020, 03:12:36 PM
If you are an Android user, disable all automatic downloads. When you visit some unsafe websites. Your phone is susceptible to virus infection. The app will automatically download the app, and here is your chance for the scammers to take your money
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: edmundo on August 10, 2020, 04:56:26 PM
A very vital point for everyone to take note of. Recently, the popular cryptocurrency multichain wallet "Trust Wallet" got cloned and uploaded on Google play store and a lot of persons unknowingly, downloaded it and have since been using the fake and cloned app. Problem is, they may get to realise very later and probably, they will have lost their valuables and assets when that happens. Always be careful in this industry guys, it is very necessary.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Pitter on October 30, 2020, 07:18:03 AM
Heads up to all android users out there who loves to download applications on Google Play. There's a lot of apps that's infected with malware there that are aimed to gather data from your phone. Any information connected to your crypto wallets or bank accounts will be used to steal funds from you.

Check out some of the lists from this article (https://mspoweruser-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/mspoweruser.com/joker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it/amp/?amp_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fmspoweruser.com%2Fjoker-is-the-new-malware-in-town-and-android-users-should-be-careful-about-it%2F)
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Altar Message
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Board picture editing
Certain Wallpaper
Climate SMS
Collate Face Scanner
Cute Camera
Dazzle Wallpaper
Declare Message
Display Camera
Great VPN
Humour Camera
Ignite Clean
Leaf Face Scanner
Mini Camera
Print Plant scan
Rapid Face Scanner
Reward Clean
Ruddy SMS
Soby Camera
Spark Wallpaper
Your article is so much help full. Thank you for sharing it.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: hair on October 30, 2020, 03:42:13 PM
it is very important to be careful of 3rd parties in the playstore. you should look for more information before downloading
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: smt_nirwana_01 on November 02, 2020, 06:50:42 PM
Unfortunately, one of the negative aspects of developing technology. thanks mate for this useful content. I think these problems will continue in digital. It is not only the application, even a thrown advertising mail link is spam and can access all our bank and identity information. I define it as follows. We are the fish in the ocean, it is a chance to come to the fishing line. My advice to everyone is security in all your transactions on the internet.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Btceth01 on November 11, 2020, 08:52:05 AM
It is seen that I download all the wallets from Google Play Store.  In fact, I do not know what the problem is.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Abubakar56 on December 01, 2020, 11:01:52 PM
Thanks for the warning we really appreciate!!!
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Quantum X on December 05, 2020, 09:38:13 AM
Generally speaking otis just normal specially to every free version that offers a lot of fun and good services. That is why it is better to avoid your private keys or any private information which is connected to your fund.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: iloveyobit on December 05, 2020, 12:43:46 PM
It's not surprising that many phone users would easily trust applications just because it's on google play. If I had not been involved in crypto, I could have been on of them. Thanks for the heads up anyway.

lot of this applications doesnt exist in google play but the users download it fron an externel source then they got hacked or their information got stealed by the owner of the application , thats why i dont trust in externel sources .
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: rakitzogi on December 05, 2020, 03:30:12 PM
thank you for the information. It is a big help for me beacuse sometimes my sons use my phone to install apps. this inform me so much. thanks
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Gostudio on December 07, 2020, 08:50:32 AM
Generally speaking otis just normal specially to every free version that offers a lot of fun and good services. That is why it is better to avoid your private keys or any private information which is connected to your fund.


I gree. It is just normal. Privacy must be kept.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Maynul96 on December 07, 2020, 12:03:23 PM
Its not new, have many Fack and Useless mobile application on  Google Playstore. Just time and Internet waste.  I installed many application on the past from Future,  but after installing when i Open some apps then i see have many problem on some app and Some apps are totally Useless.           
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: hair on December 07, 2020, 12:51:40 PM
I installed many application on the past from Future,  but after installing when i Open some apps then i see have many problem on some app and Some apps are totally Useless.         
Maybe because you downloaded a fake app, you should look at the app's reviews and how many people have downloaded before installing
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: zulfi125 on December 07, 2020, 12:53:23 PM
As we know, everyone installs different Apps from Google Play, and sometimes users install without reading any terms that why their phone hacked and their all-important information or money from wallets hacked; I suggest don't install any App without reading their terms and conditions because they are asking to access your Gmail, your photos, your cameras and much more so never permit them to use their required information.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Emircan on December 14, 2020, 08:02:06 AM
As we know, everyone installs different Apps from Google Play, and sometimes users install without reading any terms that why their phone hacked and their all-important information or money from wallets hacked; I suggest don't install any App without reading their terms and conditions because they are asking to access your Gmail, your photos, your cameras and much more so never permit them to use their required information.
I advise you to be careful with the app as it can take away a lot of your information. be a smart user
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: gqinyot on December 14, 2020, 08:53:20 AM
Its not new, have many Fack and Useless mobile application on  Google Playstore. Just time and Internet waste.  I installed many application on the past from Future,  but after installing when i Open some apps then i see have many problem on some app and Some apps are totally Useless.         
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I always try to find out about applications before they are downloaded. I advise you to be smart too
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: hair on December 14, 2020, 10:00:54 AM
I always try to find out about applications before they are downloaded. I advise you to be smart too
Excatly. There's no need to rush to download before finding out
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Zulema on December 14, 2020, 01:41:07 PM
As we know, everyone installs different Apps from Google Play, and sometimes users install without reading any terms that why their phone hacked and their all-important information or money from wallets hacked; I suggest don't install any App without reading their terms and conditions because they are asking to access your Gmail, your photos, your cameras and much more so never permit them to use their required information.
don't think those apps are that simple. It can retrieve your personal information as well as your credit card at any time. You should be careful about it
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Hasnain khan on December 19, 2020, 05:48:20 PM
Much obliged to you for sharing this, I likewise prefer to download applications from the playstore althoughi do check the audits first and other authorization/access the application was going to need prior to downloading any application, I don't know just or learned how to spot applications with malwares or infections.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: sofa-lis on December 19, 2020, 10:48:27 PM
thanks for the list to the author.
in fact, there are a lot of viral applications in google play, try to download unnecessary things as little as possible.  many applications require access to almost the entire filling of the phone, pay attention to this
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Sumaiya2 on December 20, 2020, 02:42:07 AM

These apps are available on Google and only hackers can.  Stealing information or money from a bank or wallet.  Malware software on Google Pay can be downloaded from Android phones. These softwares are used to steal property or information from a wallet or bank account.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: moantana on January 27, 2021, 06:11:10 PM
wow nice info
Just looking at the rapid face scanner application, it seems that there are parties who are not responsible for using the current situation to steal user data
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Power on January 29, 2021, 03:06:50 PM
It is better not to use the phone at all in matters related to the storage of currency.

Not necessarily. I am an android user, and my external storage can reach 500 Giga bite. And using phone is actually not hazardous. Well, I'm just sharing what I know. And about apps in google, almost all of our application is actually are from google play. So what is important is that we just need to protect our accounts. Dual authentication is also important.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: H2O on January 29, 2021, 05:26:02 PM
Sometimes many fake and valueless projects application are advertising in Google play store. A few days ago Google play store advertising/premium UNISwap fake application which are a scams apps. Please be careful about scammers.
Title: Re: Beware of the Apps on Google Play
Post by: Aristos on January 29, 2021, 05:55:09 PM
I think the vulnerable are those who always love to join in airdrops that require them to download the app and then that  airdrops after a month the project is in trouble. This could be just past of their game to exit while the information of the participants are stolen.