Popular communication apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal are being targeted by malicious actors who create clone apps to distribute malware. These fake apps can lead to theft of personal data, banking information, and can even cause performance issues to devices. To avoid downloading malicious apps, it’s advised to stick to official app stores, regularly update device software, and use a security solution from a reputable provider, among other precautions.

A popular fake Telegram Premium site has been flooding the web with malware – here's how to stay safe – TechRadar
A popular fake Telegram Premium site has been flooding the web with malware – here’s how to stay safe TechRadar