New 'Albiriox' Super Virus Steals Money Without OTP; Android Users at Risk

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News18•21-01-2026, 22:27
New 'Albiriox' Super Virus Steals Money Without OTP; Android Users at Risk
- •A dangerous new 'super virus' named 'Albiriox' is targeting Android smartphone users, capable of emptying bank accounts without an OTP.
- •The virus exploits 'Accessibility Services' to infiltrate banking apps and transfer money unilaterally, bypassing user alerts and OTPs.
- •It spreads through fake apps and unknown APK files downloaded from links on platforms like WhatsApp or Telegram, often disguised as free offers.
- •Cybersecurity firm 'Cleafy' confirmed the threat, noting 'Albiriox' is sold as 'Malware-as-a-Service' (MaaS), making it accessible to criminals.
- •Protect yourself by only downloading apps from Google Play Store, disabling 'Install Unknown Apps', keeping 'Google Play Protect' on, and installing software updates.
Why It Matters: A new 'Albiriox' virus can empty Android bank accounts without OTP; vigilance and secure app practices are crucial.
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