Threat Report: Fake GTA 3 Steals Internet Traffic Instead of Cars
Legitimate game files are large (several GB), but malicious versions are often significantly smaller (e.g., ~1.2 MiB) File: Grand Theft Auto III.zip ...
Files with this name found on third-party or unofficial sites are frequently identified as Malware or Trojans . Threat Report: Fake GTA 3 Steals Internet Traffic
In some cases, archives labeled as "GTA 3" have contained "Android.Dropdialer" malware, which sends unauthorized premium-rate text messages from the infected device. Typical File Characteristics Common Format .zip or .rar archive containing an .exe or .apk Typical Size third-party app stores
Similar archives have been found to contain the Android/Trojan.Clicker.gta malware, which steals internet traffic and redirects users to malicious or adult-themed websites.
Unofficial modding forums, third-party app stores, or "free download" sites