Once downloaded and opened, the APK can give cybercriminals full access to a victim’s phone, including SMS messages and one-time passwords (OTPs). This allows unauthorized access to bank accounts and potential financial loss.
Police urge the public to avoid opening or downloading APK files from unknown or suspicious sources—even if they appear to come from trusted contacts. Users are also advised to install apps only from official stores like Google Play and keep the “Install Unknown Apps” setting disabled to stay protected.
