Manic Android Malware Exfiltrates Data From Offline Phones via Nearby Infected Devices
In addition to Russian and European financial institutions, international fintech and cryptocurrency services, and military-focused communications, a new Android threat known as Manic has been seen actively targeting Ukrainian banks, government and identification services, and messaging apps.
According to a technical study released with The Hacker News by ThreatFabric, Manic stands at the nexus of Android banking malware and mobile spyware, combining financial-fraud capabilities with more extensive monitoring and device-control functions.
In addition to targeting sensitive applications and facilitating widespread device takeover, the virus includes a novel Wi-Fi mesh approach that allows the infected devices to transmit data across neighboring affected devices that have internet con...