Android/PUP.Riskware.Wtaspin.GB
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Short bio
Android/PUP.Riskware.Wtaspin.GB is Malwarebytes’ detection name for a potentially unwanted program that claims to be the popular application WhatsApp.
Type of infection
This app can be found in third party app stores as well as in various forums posts.
Malicious behavior
Android/PUP.Riskware.Wtaspin.GB is not affiliated with the legitimate WhatsApp program. The PUP is capable of downloading third party features or programs without users’ knowledge and can potentially expose WhatsApp user login credentials if entered.
Protection
Malwarebytes for Android protects against Android/PUP.Riskware.Wtaspin.GB.
Home remediation
These apps can be uninstalled using the mobile devices uninstall functionality, but these apps can be made available under another name. That is where Malwarebytes for Android can help you, by identifying these apps and removing them for you.