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GhostChat Spyware Targets Android Users via WhatsApp

GhostChat Spyware Targets Android Users via WhatsApp

First seen 30 Jan 2026, 19:15 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

GhostChat spyware is targeting Android users in Pakistan through a romance scam that utilizes fake dating profiles to exfiltrate sensitive information. The malicious app masquerades as a legitimate chat platform while conducting surveillance operations in the background. Hardcoded credentials in the application suggest a lack of security measures by the threat actors.

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