Security experts from Zscaler have warned users of a new mobile ransomware that gains access to owners smartphone. The new app called "Adult player" with a porn-like icon offers free pornography for users.
When an Android user download the "Adult Player" app and launched it, it instead takes a photo of the owner using the front facing camera. The owner will then receive a message on the lock screen, demanding for $500.
Just like the "Cryptolocker" on PC, users are left with no option, but pay the money.
On a blogpost, Zscaler confirmed that ;
This ransomware acts as a porn app named "Adult Player" and lures victims who assume it is a pornographic video player. When the victim starts using it, the app silently takes a photo of the victim, which is then displayed on the ransomware screen, along with the ransom message.
The app demands a ransom of 500 USD.
The "Adult Player" is not available on the Google Play Store or Apple Store.
Zscaler advised smartphone users not to download apps from unofficial source.