Security researchers at Trend Micro have discovered a new mobile malware application on Android that disguises itself as a Google+ app. The app has the capability to record phone calls, as well as gather the GPS location of the handset, the text messages and the call logs, all of which…
Android malware masquerading as Google+ app
(Credit: Trend Micro) A new flavor of Android malware is disguising itself as a Google+ app in an attempt to capture instant messages, GPS, location, call logs, and other sensitive data. Uncovered by the team at Trend Micro, the new malware known as ANDROIDOS_NICKISPY.C can also automatically answer and record…
New Android malware disguised as racing game
Racing game addicts, beware. This racing game for devices running Google’s Android system may be racing to send home the data on your phone to its controller. Computer security firm Trend Micro said the Trojanized Android app, “GoldDream,” is disguised as a racing game called “Fast Racing.” “For a game,…