Surge in Mobile Banking Malware Threats Reported by Kaspersky

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Surge in Mobile Banking Malware Threats Reported by Kaspersky

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ThreatCluster •October 15, 2026 at 10:36 UTC

•Kaspersky identified 162,275 new mobile banking Trojan packages in Q1 2026.
•Mobile banking malware now accounts for 52.96% of all malicious mobile applications detected.
•Over 2.67 million malware-related attacks were prevented by Kaspersky in the same quarter.

Kaspersky's report reveals a significant rise in mobile banking malware, with 162,275 new Trojan packages identified in Q1 2026, more than double the total from 2024. This malware now constitutes 52.96% of all detected malicious mobile applications, up from 31% in 2025. The report indicates that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting mobile devices, exploiting users' reliance on them for personal and financial activities. In addition, Kaspersky prevented over 2.67 million attacks related to various forms of malware in this quarter. Messaging scams are also on the rise, with over half of successful scams occurring within 30 minutes. Victims report an average loss of $733 per scam, with many believing AI was used to craft deceptive messages. Users are advised to install apps only from trusted sources and to employ security solutions to mitigate risks.

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2026-10-14

Kaspersky report on mobile banking malware released

Kaspersky reported a significant increase in mobile banking malware and messaging scams in Q1 2026.

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2026-10-15

Kaspersky Q3 2026 security threat report published

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Common questions

What types of malware are increasing?

Mobile banking Trojans and messaging scams are notably increasing, with Trojans making up over 52% of malicious apps.

How can users protect themselves?

Users should install apps only from trusted sources, avoid suspicious links, and use security solutions.

What is the average loss from scams?

Victims of messaging scams report an average loss of $733 per incident.

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