Security News > 2017 > July > Lippizan: Sophisticated, targeted spyware on Google Play (Help Net Security)

Google has discovered targeted spyware on Google Play that is likely the work of Equus Technologies, an Israeli cyber surveillance technology dealer. The malware, dubbed Lipizzan, was also discovered on and removed from fewer than 100 Android devices through the use of the Google Play Protect security suite for Android devices. The spyware’s capabilities Aside from rooting the targeted device, Lippizan can: Record calls (even VoIP calls) Record sounds via the device’s microphone Take screenshots … More →

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