Hirudo Android malware replaces banking apps to evade security checks

What happened

A new Android malware called Hirudo steals bank account credentials by replacing legitimate banking apps with modified versions that disable security checks. [...]

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1 reports · 1 original report · 1 independent

1. BleepingComputerPrimary source · Supports · EN · 100%
   Hirudo Android malware replaces banking apps to evade security checks ↗Oct 14, 2026, 7:41 AM

Claims

• Hirudo Android malware replaces banking apps to evade security checks Observed

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Timeline

1. October 14, 2026 at 7:41 AMFirst reported

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