Fair Warning

[LocalStain]

Being that I have "previewed" an app or two back when I first rooted my Aria, it may behoove anyone else who chooses that approach to reconsider legitimate distribution channels.
Another trojan found in pirated Android apps | Android Central

tl/dr-Pirated Apps will infect your gadgets.

 

[faceman]

OK first... perfect pic.

Second, at least that trojan won't hurt us NC users, we don't have any texting ability.

Third, I would recommend to everyone that if you actually like an app, donate or pay for it. Come on folks, a few bucks isn't that much compared to what you get out of those apps usually.

 

[LocalStain]

OK first... perfect pic.

Second, at least that trojan won't hurt us NC users, we don't have any texting ability.

Third, I would recommend to everyone that if you actually like an app, donate or pay for it. Come on folks, a few bucks isn't that much compared to what you get out of those apps usually.

Thanks

I completely agree. I realize this is more a phone thing but we all know a lot of forum members had an Android phone first. Just want to spread the message.
Also I kinda jumped the gun with the post button. I meant to post in general. I am not quite sure of protocols but I imagine enough people will see it either way.

 

[pedro_]

It depends what sort of Trojan

How about an app that pretends to be an ebay client.

You try it, put in your details and it promptly calls home with your password etc.

If you use the same details on your PayPal account and your email and and.



Pete, on the move...

 

[LocalStain]

It depends what sort of Trojan

How about an app that pretends to be an ebay client.

You try it, put in your details and it promptly calls home with your password etc.


If you use the same details on your PayPal account and your email and and.



Pete, on the move...

Damn good point.

 

[LocalStain]

To whom it may concern, thanks for moving the thread.

Cheers,

LS

 

[Snyperx]

Glad I only use the real Market

 

[LocalStain]

Seems as though Market or no, apps have become a little dicier Google pulls Market apps with root exploit -- one patched in AOSP, but you probably didn't get it | Android Central

 

[LocalStain]

-Update-
Google spikes 21 malicious apps with big download counts from the Market (update: Android 2.2.2 and up are immune) -- Engadget

2.2.2 and above are immune.

 

[darmeen]

Here is a list of the current apps that were found to contain malware

Full list of infected applications published by “Myournet”:

Falling Down
Super Guitar Solo
Super History Eraser
Photo Editor
Super Ringtone Maker
Super Sex Positions
Hot Sexy Videos
Chess
下坠滚球_Falldown
Hilton Sex Sound
Screaming Sexy Japanese Girls
Falling Ball Dodge
Scientific Calculator
Dice Roller
躲避弹球
Advanced Currency Converter
App Uninstaller
几何战机_PewPew
Funny Paint
Spider Man
蜘蛛侠
Full list of infected applications published by “Kingmall2010″:

Bowling Time
Advanced Barcode Scanner
Supre Bluetooth Transfer
Task Killer Pro
Music Box
Sexy Girls: Japanese
Sexy Legs
Advanced File Manager
Magic Strobe Light
致命绝色美腿
墨水坦克Panzer Panic
裸奔先生Mr. Runner
软件强力卸载
Advanced App to SD
Super Stopwatch & Timer
Advanced Compass Leveler
Best password safe
掷骰子
多彩绘画
Full list of infected apps under the developer name “we20090202″:

Finger Race
Piano
Bubble Shoot
Advanced Sound Manager
Magic Hypnotic Spiral
Funny Face
Color Blindness Test
Tie a Tie
Quick Notes
Basketball Shot Now
Quick Delete Contacts
Omok Five in a Row
Super Sexy Ringtones
大家来找茬
桌上曲棍球
投篮高手

Found on Justin Case | JetLib News

and BTW, all these apps were on the Official Android Market

You will notice with several, that the names are close to legit apps that are really popular.

 

[Stelv]

I hate to say this but Google should have more of a screening process like apple does

 

[LocalStain]

More details. The Mother Of All Android Malware Has Arrived: Stolen Apps Released To The Market That Root Your Phone, Steal Your Data, And Open Backdoor | Android News, Reviews, Apps, Games, Phones, Tablets, Tips, Mods, Videos, Tutorials - Android Police, [Update: Plug The Hole Yourself] Malware Monster: DroidDream Is An Android Nightmare, And We’ve Got More Details | Android News, Reviews, Apps, Games, Phones, Tablets, Tips, Mods, Videos, Tutorials - Android Police
This is kinda scary...

 

[chris30673]

Interesting article on how to protect yourself:

Lifehacker, tips and downloads for getting things done

 

[LocalStain]

Thanks Chris!
I was just reading that one myself and was getting ready to post it on here.

Cheers.

 

[chris30673]

Thanks Chris!
I was just reading that one myself and was getting ready to post it on here.

Cheers.

Gotta love lifehacker and the rest of the gawker stuff.