Security News > 2016 > October > Ghost Push Trojan still a major threat to most Android users (Help Net Security)

The Ghost Push Trojan (also known as Shedun) is still a considerable threat to Android users around the world. The malware is focused on displaying ads, promoting webpages and apps, and this is how its creators turn a profit. In fact, Cheetah Mobile researchers say that the number of apps promoted by recent variants of this malware rivals that of apps offered by some third-party app stores. These particular variants, that come disguised as an … More →
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