“Sturnus” appears to still be in the testing and development phase, with only a few attacks recorded in southern and central Europe. However, evidence suggests plans to expand its operations in the near future after further improvements.
Experts advise avoiding downloading applications from untrusted sources, and sticking to downloading them only from the “Google Play” store. They also advise reviewing the permissions that applications request before approving them, enabling two-step verification in important accounts, updating the phone’s operating system regularly, and staying away from clicking on suspicious links in text messages or emails.
Despite the seriousness of this malware, its targeting focuses primarily on users who neglect to follow basic security measures. Following simple steps such as using official applications, being wary of unknown links, and enabling two-factor authentication, provides effective protection and significantly reduces risks.
