CNET September 20, 2026 • 13:20

Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem - CNET

By Joe Hindy

Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem - CNET

The malware pretends to be a legitimate download for an app like Google Chrome.

There’s a frightening new digital threat that Android users should be aware of. New AI-powered malware called RatHat can automatically gain admin-level control over your Android device, stealing what… [+4396 chars]

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