NITDA warns of new banking malware, ‘Grandoreiro’

The agency, through a public notice issued by the Computer Emergency Readiness and Response Team (CERRT.NG), warned Nigerians about the malware’s resurgence and its potential risks.

The advisory detailed how Grandoreiro, a banking Trojan, exploits phishing emails and fake websites to compromise victims’ systems.

“A new version of the banking malware Grandoreiro has emerged, targeting users globally. This banking Trojan is primarily distributed through phishing emails and fake websites,” the stated 

NITDA explained that the Grandoreiro malware masquerades as legitimate software updates or documents to trick users into downloading it. Once installed, the malware deploys advanced techniques such as screen overlay attacks and remote device control to steal sensitive data, including banking credentials.

According to the agency, the primary risks associated with Grandoreiro include: 

To counter this threat, NITDA has urged Nigerians to take proactive steps to safeguard their devices and data. The agency outlined the following preventive measures:

NITDA encouraged Nigerians to report suspicious activity or seek guidance through the following CERRT.NG channels: Email: [email protected], phone: +2348178774580 and Website: www.cerrt.ng

As cybercriminals continue to exploit various online platforms, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has raised concerns over malicious activities on Spotify.

Vigilance and adherence to cybersecurity best practices remain essential for safeguarding personal information and devices.