The Trojan is downloaded using the liblokih.so library that Android.Loki.3 incorporates into the system_server process. As a result, Android.Loki.1.origin gets the system privileges. Installed applications interact with the service by using the ServiceConnection and IBinder methods.

Android.Loki.1.origin is a service that can perform the following functions:

Downloads applications from Google Play specifying a referrer
Downloads and deletes applications
Enables and disables applications and their components
Kills processes
Displays notifications
Registers an application as the Accessibility Service application
Updates its components and downloads plug-ins from the server

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Android

If the mobile device is operating normally, download and install Dr.Web for Android Light. Run a full system scan and follow recommendations to neutralize the detected threats.
If the mobile device has been locked by Android.Locker ransomware (the message on the screen tells you that you have broken some law or demands a set ransom amount; or you will see some other announcement that prevents you from using the handheld normally), do the following:
- Load your smartphone or tablet in the safe mode (depending on the operating system version and specifications of the particular mobile device involved, this procedure can be performed in various ways; seek clarification from the user guide that was shipped with the device, or contact its manufacturer);
- Once you have activated safe mode, install the Dr.Web для Android Light onto the infected handheld and run a full scan of the system; follow the steps recommended for neutralizing the threats that have been detected;
- Switch off your device and turn it on as normal.

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