Security researchers from FireEye have uncovered one of the largest Android botnet which they dubbed as "MisoSMS". The botnet is said to have been used in at least 64 spyware campaigns.
According to the report, the malware disguised as an "Android settings" application used for adminstrative tasks.
The threat is designed to steal messages from victims and emails the messages to a Command and control(C&C) server located in china.
the most of the infected devices are from Korea. The cybercriminals behind this botnet logged into the server from Korea, China and few other locations in order to read the stolen messages.
FireEye said they are collaborating with the Koran law enforcement and Chinese webmail vendor in a effort to disrupt this botnet.
According to the report, the malware disguised as an "Android settings" application used for adminstrative tasks.
The threat is designed to steal messages from victims and emails the messages to a Command and control(C&C) server located in china.
the most of the infected devices are from Korea. The cybercriminals behind this botnet logged into the server from Korea, China and few other locations in order to read the stolen messages.
FireEye said they are collaborating with the Koran law enforcement and Chinese webmail vendor in a effort to disrupt this botnet.