Arid Viper campaign targets Arabic-speaking Android users, deploying customized mobile malware in the APK format. No concrete evidence connects the threat actor to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The malware resembles a legitimate dating application called Skipped, raising questions about affiliations or unlawful access. Links masquerading as app updates distribute the malware. The malware can disable security notifications, steal information, and inject more malicious apps. Cisco Talos investigation reveals a network of dating-themed apps tied to Skipped, potentially generating revenue for APT operators.

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