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New Android malware encrypts files, steals data, and harasses victims

BleepingComputer·September 10, 2026·1 min read
New Android malware encrypts files, steals data, and harasses victims

A new Android malware strain called Mantax Otax combines ransomware and spyware capabilities to encrypt files, steal sensitive data, and spam and harass victims. The malware targets mobile devices, posing a dual threat of data loss and privacy invasion for infected users.

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