How to protect your Android from a banking threat that bypasses fingerprint unlock and steals your PIN
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Hackers have developed Android malware known as the Chameleon Android banking, trojan capable of disabling biometric security to steal PINs and data.
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The malware is known as the Chameleon Android banking trojan. It was first detected earlier this year. The trojan can mimic legitimate apps and trick you into granting it permissions. Once it has access to your device, it can monitor your activity and intercept your credentials.