Fake Android Netflix App Steals Credentials

Date: 2011-10-13 20:13:02

A new credential stealing fake Android Netflix app is floating around. The app looks nearly identical to the real one. Instead of taking you to content, the app will just ask you to authenticate.

If you've recently installed the netflix android app and failed to see your content, get to netflix right away an change your credentials. Also change passwords at any other sites sharing that password. Always start with your email and work down from there.

Credit: Symantec.com

Netflix customers that are looking for a legitimate Android Application developed by Netflix, Inc. can find it on the official Android Market. Downloading from trusted sources is part of practicing good security for your mobile device.

Category: Malware

Subcategory: Mining