[KB6036] What is infostealer malware and does ESET protect me from it?

• This threat is also known as Infostealer
   
• Your ESET product detects the threat as Android/Spy.Agent.LX
   
• You are prompted to download "Update_chrome.apk" to protect your Android device from infection

Yes, ESET products detect and block Update_chrome.apk infostealer malware as Android/Spy.Agent.LX. To ensure the highest level of security, we recommend that you are using the latest detection modules.

ESET Mobile Security can detect and block "Infostealer" malware, which targets banking information on Android devices. This malware is distributed in a fake update package named "Update_chrome.apk". The file is downloaded to the target Android device after a notification is displayed telling the user that their device is infected and an update is needed to protect against infection. We strongly advise Android users to take caution if prompted to download unknown files, specifically updates to the Google Chrome browser app.