A group distributing malicious APK files in Bukhara has been caught: more than 60 citizens were affected
The suspects sent malicious APK files via Telegram and obtained bank details and SMS codes from the devices.
In Bukhara, individuals suspected of distributing malicious APK files via Telegram and embezzling citizens' bank funds have been apprehended. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Department for Combating Cybercrime reported.
According to the preliminary investigation, the criminal scheme was organized by a young man under 20 years of age living in Samarkand region and his accomplices in various regions.
Members of the group sent malicious APK files to citizens' phones through secretly controlled Telegram accounts. After the program was installed on the device, users' bank data and SMS codes sent to confirm money transfers came under the control of the criminals.
After that, the stolen funds were transferred to transit bank cards opened in the names of strangers and fake accounts.
When the suspects were detained, dozens of bank cards, SIM cards, and special mobile devices were documented as material evidence.
It is noted that more than 60 citizens across the republic suffered damage from this scheme.
On this matter, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 169, Part 3, Clause "b" of the Criminal Code. Currently, investigative actions are being carried out to identify other persons connected to the group, hold them accountable, and restore the rights of the victims.
