Fake ChatGPT Apps Found on Android Phones

Android phone users are being warned of fake generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbot apps posing as the official ChatGPT mobile app. The delayed launch of the ChatGPT Android version has paved the way for fraudsters to develop apps that look like the real thing. The fake apps, including SuperGPT, come with Meterpreter Trojan, a malware capable of causing financial loss to Android phone owners. The fake apps resemble OpenAI branding and the promise of writing short summaries of a meeting, taking notes, presentations, and other work. Instead, the apps request unauthorized permissions to read and write messages and subscribe to premium services in foreign countries, resulting in financial loss. Users are advised to install reputable antivirus software, read reviews before installing apps from third-party stores, and know who created the app. It is worth noting that OpenAI has yet to release the ChatGPT Android version, and only a few companies such as Shutterstock, Atlassian, Salesforce, and Microsoft have formal collaborations with OpenAI. By following these safety guidelines, Android phone users can protect themselves from fake apps.