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The Prism app is one of the most popular photo editors of time and before it was launched on the Android came several fake versions placed by cybercriminals with malicious software have been downloaded 1.5 million times.

ESET security researchers found fake versions of Prism, a popular photo processing app in the Google Play store. Inside them were dangerous detected “downloaders trojan.” – Malicious applications Unloading without user knowledge code

Before the release of Prism version for Android, the popular photo processing app, fake versions of different types of Prisma , some of which include dangerous Trojan Downloaders, they flooded the Google Play store. Before being removed by Google after ESET information, these false copies have been downloaded over 1.5 million times.

The Prism is a unique photographic editor created by Prisma Labs, Inc. After receiving excellent ratings given by iTunes users, which was originally released, Android users eagerly waited for “their” version. But even before the official release date, fake versions emerged in the store to feed the impatience of those who waited.

“Most of the fake apps Prisma found in the Google Play store did not have any photo editing functionality ; in its place arose ads and publicity directed to fake inquiries made to obtain personal information of the user provided data to credit cards and even signature very expensive SMS services “commented Lukas Stefanko, ESET security researcher. ESET Mobile Security detects these apps as Android / FakeApp and protects service in this way, the users.

The most dangerous and false Apps Prism found on Google Play before the official app of output were Trojan Downloaders detected by ESET as Android / TrojanDownloader.Agent.GY. They could forward information about the equipment for the C & amp server;. C and, on request, to download additional modules and then execute them

Because of its download capabilities, the Android malware family / TrojanDownloader.Agent.GY constitutes a serious risk for over 10,000 Android users who installed these dangerous apps before they are deleted from the Google Play store.

“we knew that the Prism app was much awaited by Android users due to its popularity on the iOS platform. These situations usually attract criminals who launch false applications – as imitations with various derivations from tutorials cheats – taking advantage of the wave of enthusiasm and openness of the Google Play store, “says Lukas Stefanko

Follow the more rules. basic to keep “clean Android applications”
– download only from trusted sources;
– Consult comments and experiences of other users and be aware of the negatives (the good reviews can be “fabricated”);
– Read the terms and conditions of Apps, focusing on permissions;
– Use a quality security solution recognized;
When there is great enthusiasm around a given application, take into account the additional advice:
– probably will find imitations throughout the research that will appear next to the original app to, so be more careful than usual;
– Pay attention to the name of the app and who signs – both data must be perfectly matched, not only with an informative commentary to be like