Discovered malware for Android that can make him change … – SAPO Tek

Apparently, only at risk if you use another application store than Google Play, but the malicious software is sparing no efforts to trick users, as it comes disguised in popular applications such as Facebook or Twitter .

The warning came from Lookout security company that explains the malicious app is installed with administrator permissions and if a system application it were – indeed difficult to remove.

Is that to do so, you must totally replace the ROM. If it is not “technically” gifted, the best option may go through having to buy a new phone.

The danger lies in the fact that this malware leave most application functions that masquerades intact because intention is to install other types of malicious software, which is possible thanks to the administrator permissions.

Also, have a piece of malware with access to the system level is extremely unwise for security and online privacy of users.

“For most individuals, have your phone infected with the Shedun, Shuanet and ShiftyBug is a visit to a store to buy a new phone,” said Michael Bentley’s Lookout, cited by Mashable.

Is that their removal requires totally replace the ROM. That is, if not “technically” gifted, or arrange who is or investing in another smartphone.