JAKARTA - Kaspersky's latest report reveals that there is a dangerous Google Play application buying and selling process that is widely spread on Darknet, at various prices as well.

The researchers highlight how threats sold on Darknet can appear on Google Play. To publish this malicious application, cybercriminals usually require Google Play accounts and malicious download code (Google Play Loader).

The malicious mobile app continues to be one of the top cyber threats targeting users, with more than 1.6 million mobile attacks detected in 2022, said Alisa Kulishenko, security expert at Kaspersky.

It seems that in such cases developers can easily deceive buyers, but among Darknet sellers it is important to maintain and maintain their reputation, promise guarantees, or accept payments once the terms of the agreement are complete.

To reduce risks when making deals, cybercriminals often use intermediary services known as escrows', as special service and supported by shadow platforms, or third parties who have no interest in transaction results.

However, in order to remain safe from cellular threats, Kaspersky recommends the following:


The English, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, and French versions are automatically generated by the AI. So there may still be inaccuracies in translating, please always see Indonesian as our main language. (system supported by DigitalSiber.id)