Klopatra Android RAT Steals Banking Credentials via VNC

A highly sophisticated Android banking trojan and Remote Access Trojan (RAT) named Klopatra has compromised thousands of devices. The malware stands out by using a commercial-grade code protection suite called Virbox, making it exceptionally difficult to detect and analyze. Klopatra tricks users into installing it via dropper apps disguised as pirated streaming services, then abuses Accessibility Services to gain full device control. Its most dangerous feature is a Hidden VNC mode, which blacks out the victim's screen while attackers secretly perform fraudulent banking transactions. This campaign highlights a trend of mobile malware adopting professional-grade tools to maximize stealth and profitability.