Android.Spy.305.origin

SHA1:

f9d8a20c5be86876e493ebf80b3d021951a7e344

A Trojan for Android implemented as an advertising SDK (Software Development Kit) platform. It is incorporated into software that can be distributed via various app stores including Google Play.

Once such-like program is launched, Android.Spy.305.origin connects to the http://client.api-*******.com server and sends the following request:

http://client.api-*******.com/v3/upd?app_id=com.mobilescreen.recorder&device_id=86804202*******&access_token=MSDK-10-ok8FmzAh
CJKf4Bo5VVHkqmWWPGShOWIUb1RPNo9t0cgrFDQx77sTGXgjhffEo&publisher=101324582&version=0&android_id=266af8c9e01d0ce

The server replies with URL needed to download an additional component (Android.Spy.306.origin) which is responsible for the Trojan’s main malicious activity that Android.Spy.305.origin performs using the DexClassLoader class.

Then the Trojan sends the following data to the command and control server:

Email address connected to Google user account
List of installed applications
Current system language
By the device’s manufacturer
Mobile device model
IMEI identifier
OS version
Screen resolution
Mobile network operator
Name of the application containing the Trojan
Developer’s ID
SDK platform’s version

Android.Spy.305.origin can display advertisements on top of running applications and the operation system’s interface. It can also shows ads in the status bar.

Curing recommendations

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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