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Zimperium researchers discovered RatHat, a malware strain that employs an AI-powered engine to navigate the Android interface and remotely control the device. The malware combines the theft of banking and cryptocurrency application data with the interception of messages and one-time codes, as well as multiple mechanisms for persistence and resistance to removal.
Zimperium identified Android malware called Mantax Otax that encrypts files on older versions, steals sensitive data, and gives attackers extensive monitoring and control capabilities. It spreads through APK files outside Google Play, while updated Play Protect protection helps detect and block it.