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What is Hermit spyware and how do you protect yourself from it?

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Described in detail by Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) , the Hermit spyware (it was dubbed Hermit by security firm Lookout , which first reported its discovery) is part of a dangerous and sophisticated malware attack that's actively being used in the wild. An example of a prompt for the target to install malware apps. Credit: Google TAG.