First‑of‑its‑kind spyware sneaks into Google Play

itman · Aug 28, 2019

ESET analysis breaks down the first known spyware that is built on the AhMyth open-source espionage tool and has appeared on Google Play – twice.

ESET researchers have discovered the first known spyware that is built on the foundations of AhMyth open-source malware and has circumvented Google’s app-vetting process. The malicious app, called Radio Balouch aka RB Music, is actually a fully working streaming radio app for Balouchi music enthusiasts, except that it comes with a major sting in its tail – stealing personal data of its users. The app snuck into the official Android app store twice, but was swiftly removed by Google both times after we alerted the company to it.
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https://www.welivesecurity.com/2019/08/22/first-spyware-android-ahmyth-google-play/

stapp · Aug 28, 2019

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