Tech Tips: Big threat to smartphone users, delete these dangerous apps from your mobile immediately..

A new report by cybersecurity company CRIL warns of 20 dangerous apps on the Google Play Store that pose a serious threat to smartphone users. These apps are disguised as cryptocurrency wallets and target sensitive user data such as wallet recovery phrases. If you have installed any of these apps, delete them immediately to avoid phishing attacks and potential financial losses.

Major phishing threat on mobile users
If you are using an Android smartphone, be careful! A major phishing threat is currently targeting crores of users in India. According to a recent report by Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs (CRIL), more than 20 dangerous apps have been found on the Google Play Store that can put your personal and financial information at risk.

These crypto wallet apps are a trap.
These fake cryptocurrency wallet apps are designed to steal the wallet recovery phrase, an important key to access users' DeFi wallets. Apps like SushiSwap, PancakeSwap, Raydium, Hyperliquid, and Suiet Wallet are part of this scam. As soon as the user downloads the app, he is asked to enter a 12-word recovery phrase, which the cybercriminals steal and

How are these dangerous apps spreading?

Cybercriminals are uploading these harmful apps using developer accounts associated with gaming and video editing tools. These apps hide phishing URLs in their privacy policies, tricking users into entering sensitive information. This scam looks even more credible because these apps mimic the design and functionality of real crypto wallet apps.

Do this immediately: Remove these apps from your phone
1. Suiet Wallet

2. BullX Crypto
3. SushiSwap
4. Raydium
5. Hyperliquid
6. OpenOcean Exchange
7. Pancake Swap
8. Meteora Exchange
9. Harvest Finance Blog
If any of these apps are installed on your device, remove them immediately to keep your crypto funds and personal data safe.

How to stay safe:

- Avoid downloading crypto apps from unknown sources that you do not know or trust.

- Never enter your 12-word recovery phrase in unfamiliar apps.

- Always verify the name of the developer and check its rating before installing.

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