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In this case, the malicious app is labelled AlertSwiss, whereas the genuine app is labelled Alertswiss.
It also has a slightly different icon.
According to the public warning, it has access to more than 383 smartphone apps.
Citizens targeted by the letter are being urged to report it to the NCSC.
Those who have already downloaded the app should reset their phones to factory parameters.
ViaThe Register