New 'unremovable' xHelper malware has infected 45,000 Android devices

Discussion in 'mobile device security' started by guest, Oct 29, 2019.

  1. guest

    guest Guest

    New 'unremovable' xHelper malware has infected 45,000 Android devices
    Factory resets aren't helping. Neither are mobile antivirus solutions. Malware keeps reinstalling itself
    October 29, 2019

    https://www.zdnet.com/article/new-unremovable-xhelper-malware-has-infected-45000-android-devices/
    Symantec: Xhelper: Persistent Android dropper app infects 45K devices in past 6 months
     
  2. guest

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    This crazy bit of malware is the best reason to use only Google Play to get your apps
    October 30, 2019
    https://www.androidcentral.com/crazy-bit-malware-best-reason-only-use-google-play-get-your-apps
     
  3. Minimalist

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    Unveiled: How xHelper Android Malware Re-Installs Even After Factory Reset
    April 7, 2020
    https://thehackernews.com/2020/04/how-to-remove-xhelper-malware.html?utm_source=feedburner
    Kaspersky: Unkillable xHelper and a Trojan matryoshka
     
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