New Android malware combines ransomware, spyware and harassment tactics

9 DAYS AGO 08:18 · 12 Sept 2026

New Android malware combines ransomware, spyware and harassment tactics

A newly discovered Android malware strain called Mantax Otax combines ransomware, spyware and harassment capabilities to target mobile users, according to mobile security company Zimperium.

Indonesian operators distribute the malicious APKs outside the official Google Play store using phishing messages, BleepingComputer reports.

New Android malware encrypts files, steals data, and harasses victims A new Android malware strain called Mantax Otax combines ransomware and spyware capabilities to encrypt files, steal sensitive data, and spam and harass victims. bleepingcomputer.com

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