[Trend]?GODLESS? Mobile Malware Uses Multiple Exploits to Root Devices

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?GODLESS? Mobile Malware Uses Multiple Exploits to Root Devices

We came across a family of mobile malware called Godless (detected as ANDROIDOS_GODLESS.HRX) that has a set of rooting exploits in its pockets. By having multiple exploits to use, Godless can target virtually any Android device running on Android 5.1 (Lollipop) or earlier. As of this writing, almost 90% of Android devices run on affected versions. Based on the data gathered from our Trend Micro Mobile App Reputation Service, malicious apps related to this threat can be found in prominent app stores, including Google Play, and has affected over 850,000 devices worldwide.

Post from: Trendlabs Security Intelligence Blog - by Trend Micro

?GODLESS? Mobile Malware Uses Multiple Exploits to Root Devices

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