Criminal Hackers Target Seniors! Datzbro Arrives: Facebook and Smartphones Targeted

Redazione RHC : 3 October 2025 16:54

A new malicious campaign is using Facebook as a vehicle to spread Datzbro , an Android malware that combines the features of a banking Trojan with those of spyware.

The alarm comes from an analysis published by Malwarebytes , which highlights how attackers have chosen to target groups frequented by elderly people , considered more vulnerable to digital scams.

An insidious hybrid malware

Datzbro integrates the functionality of both an infostealer and a financial Trojan . On the one hand, it collects personal data and monitors the victim’s online activity; on the other, it can interfere with banking transactions, allowing criminals to steal money from compromised accounts. This dual capability increases the risk of serious financial losses and privacy breaches.

Attackers infiltrate Facebook groups or create new communities to lure unsuspecting users. Through posts or private messages, they offer links to download malicious applications. Groups often have generic descriptions, poorly written rules, and recent activity, all of which betray their fraudulent nature.

The main risks for users

The elderly, the campaign’s primary target, face several risks:

• joining malicious groups without realizing it;
• clicking on deceptive links and installing infected apps;
• suffer the theft of bank details and loss of money;
• be monitored long-term through spyware.

Some signs can help identify dangerous communities on Facebook:

• recent group creation without verifiable history;
• lack of authentic content or presence of posts with inconsistent dates;
• unclear or incorrect descriptions;
• numerous external links or invitations to install applications;
• private messages from strangers suggesting apps.

How to protect yourself from Datzbro

Malwarebytes experts recommend some preventive measures:

• do not click on suspicious links or install apps recommended by untrustworthy users;
• use updated security software on mobile devices;
• check the credibility of a group before joining;
• enable two-factor authentication for banking services and sensitive accounts;
• do not share confidential data via social media or chat;
• Report suspicious groups and messages to Facebook administration.

The Datzbro case demonstrates how cybercriminals exploit the vulnerability of less tech-savvy people’s trust. Greater care in managing social networks and simple security measures can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to this Trojan.

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