Beware of gooligan, the new malware that hacks google accounts

If we do not get rid of something in Android no matter how much we weigh, it is malware. The truth is that it has existed forever, but not all users tend to fall into the traps that we are continually exposed to. Today we have to warn you about Gooligan, the new malware that hacks Google accounts, already has more than 1 million accounts.

New malware has appeared on the horizon. His name is Gooligan and he has already infected more than a million Google accounts in recent months.

Gooligan, the new malware that hacks Google accounts

What does this malware intend? Once the smartphone is infected, it takes control and downloads applications . Although it may seem harmless, it is not. They don't steal data from us, but they are controlling our terminals to download apps, with the aim of making money from ads.

Those who are behind this malware seek to earn money by installing apps on hacked users' smartphones. It reminds us a lot of the malwar e Ghost Push .

Check Point, a security company, has confirmed that 1.3 million Google accounts have already been hacked. It seems that hackers don't want user data at all (at least for now), they would simply want to make money out of it by installing apps on their devices. Over 30, 000 apps are being downloaded… and they are even leaving false comments on the apps.

Which devices are vulnerable?

Everyone with Android Jelly Bean, KitKat or Lollipop. Users who have Marshmallow or Nougat are 100% saved from this malware, because they are patched. That is why we always recommend living updated. This is always very important, because you see that it gives you extra security guarantees.

Google is already working with Check Point to stop the expansion of this malware. In principle, you would not have to worry about your personal data, everything would be safe.

More info | Check Point Blog