"Xsser mRAT", an Advanced iOS spyware targets Hong Kong protesters

Security researchers from Lacoon Mobile Security company identified an advanced iOS Trojan targeting protesters in Hong Kong.

The trojan dubbed as 'Xsser mRAT", is related to similar Android malware found last month targeting the protesters.

The android version of this malware is distributed via whatsapp messages disguised as an application to help coordinate Occupy Central protest.

"The fact that this attack is being used against protesters and is being executed by Chinese-speaking attackers suggests it’s first iOS trojan linked to Chinese government cyber activity." the company wrote.

The malware is capable of stealing text messages, contact list, call logs, location information, photos and other information.  It also steals passwords from the iOS keychains.

The good news is that the malware can run only if the user's device is jailbroken.  You can find lot more information and technical information in their blog post.