Accessibility Clickjacking Threatens Bitcoin Users On Android
It is no secret how mobile Android devices are vulnerable to a wide range of attacks, which could have drastic consequences for consumers. Especially when it comes to financial details being leaked, these Android vulnerabilities will need to be addressed sooner rather than later. Accessibility clickjacking is one of the more recent forms of malware putting over 500 million devices – and Bitcoin users around the world – at risk. Accessibility Clickjacking is A Major Risk On Android. Earlier this month, security researchers unveiled more details on a new type of malware that is putting....
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