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Discovered:
- September 27, 2012
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Updated:
- September 27, 2012 10:19:14 AM
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Type:
- Trojan
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Systems Affected:
- Android
Android.Backapp is a Trojan horse for Android devices that steals information from the compromised device.
Android package file
The Trojan may arrive as a package with the following characteristic:
Package name: com.androidkernel.flash
Installation
The program must be installed manually. Once installed, the program does not display an icon.
Antivirus Protection Dates
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Initial Rapid Release version September 27, 2012 revision 006
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Latest Rapid Release version September 27, 2012 revision 006
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Initial Daily Certified version September 27, 2012 revision 018
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Latest Daily Certified version September 27, 2012 revision 018
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Initial Weekly Certified release date October 3, 2012
Click for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild
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Wild Level: Low
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Number of Infections: 0 - 49
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Number of Sites: 0 - 2
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Geographical Distribution: Low
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Threat Containment: Easy
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Removal: Easy
Damage
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Damage Level: Medium
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Releases Confidential Info: Steals information from the device.
Writeup By: Tommy Dong
