Goldoson Malware ,60 Popluar Mobile Apps have been Infected by the Goldoson Malware

Attention, Your privacy at risk from apps infected with Goldoson malware

A virus called Goldoson malware is a dangerous virus that can steal users' data. The virus originated in Russia and was created by people who wanted to use users' data for their own benefit. The main purpose of this virus is that it steals users' data and then sends it to its servers. This virus is dangerous because it can steal users' names, passwords, and other numeric information.

Recently, the Goldoson malware infected several Google apps inside itself. Some very popular apps were also included in the apps infected with this virus such as Photo Editor, Tweaked, Astro Guru, Inwell Fitness and Install on Air. Google removed these apps immediately when it came to know about it.

Even before this, the knock of Goldoson malware was registered in America and other countries.

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Discovery of the Goldoson malware virus

The Goldoson malware virus was discovered from Russia. In the year 2015, a community member discovered this virus which was targeting a bank in Russia. Since then, many versions of the Goldoson malware have appeared that are designed to steal users' data.

The first version of the Goldoson malware, code named "Psiphon", was designed to protect Russian citizens from online censorship. But later it included an authorized version of the virus, which was used to steal users' data.

 

Following are some tips to avoid viruses like Goldoson malware:

Use security software: A good antivirus software can help protect you from online threats. This will help prevent you from harmful sites and remove malware like Goldoson from your system.

Be cautious: If you want to visit a website or app that you do not trust, stay away from it. Malware such as Goldoson tries to trick you into stealing your information through fake websites and applications.

Download with Success: Check the success rating and reviews of any app before downloading it. The number of apps stealing your data through malware like Goldoson is on the rise, so you should be careful.

 

 Caution: Here is the list of Google apps infected with Goldoson malware!

1. Translator Keyboard
2. HZPermis Pro Arabe
3. Daily Horoscope For All Zodiac Signs
4. Rubbish Cleaner
5. 2021 Quran Kareem
6. Job posting – Gulf Career
7. Video Maker – MV Video Master
8. Zoom Wallpaper
9. Super Bright Flashlight
10. Video Recorder – Movid
11. Screen Recorder
12. Compass
13. QR Code Scanner
14. Smart compass
15. Chess Free – Play & Practice
16. Mx Cleaner
17. QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner Pro
18. Photo Editor – Beauty Camera & Photo Filters
19. Prayer Times & Qibla Direction
20. Horoscope – Daily Zodiac Sign
21. Video Downloader – Download Videos for Free
22. Water Drink Reminder
23. Voice Recorder
24. Document Scanner
25. Calendar – Free Calendar App
26. File Manager – Local & Cloud File Explorer
27. Video Player All Format – Full HD Video Player
28. Arabic News – Latest News, Breaking News & Headlines
29. Speak and Translate – Voice Typing with Translator
30. Gallery – Free HD Gallery
31. Islamic World – Qibla, Prayer Times & Athan Alarm
32. SuperVPN Free VPN Client
33. WiFi Signal Strength Meter
34. Amoled Wallpapers – HD Amoled Backgrounds
35. Sound Recorder – Voice Recorder & Audio Recorder
36. QR Code Scanner Pro
37. Call Recorder – Automatic Call Recorder
38. Image Gallery – Free HD Photos & Videos
39. HD Camera – Beauty Cam with Filters & Panorama
40. Free QR Code Scanner – Barcode Scanner, QR Reader
41. Video Downloader – Download Video for Free
42. Gallery – HD Gallery
43. Free VPN – Fast Secure VPN, Bypass VPN
44. Muslim Pro – Prayer Times, Azan, Quran & Qibla
45. Islamic Pro – Prayer Times, Azan, Quran & Qibla
46. Notepad – Note & Memo
47. Video Downloader Master – Download Videos for Free
48. Gallery Vault – Hide Pictures And Videos
49. QR Code Reader – QR Scanner & Barcode Reader
50. Wallpapers HD, 4K Backgrounds
51. Photo Editor – Beauty Camera, Photo Filters
52. Muslim Quran Prayer Times & Qibla Direction
53. Brightest Flashlight – LED Light, Call Screen
54. HD Camera Selfie Beauty Camera
55. Islamic Live Wallpaper – Muslim Background Images
56. Weather Forecast – Weather Live & Radar & Widgets
57. Ringtone Maker – Mp3 Cutter, Ringtone Creator
58. HD Camera – Beauty Cam with Filters & Panorama
59. Barcode Scanner – QR Code Reader & QR Scanner App
60. Magnifying Glass – Magnifier & Microscope