GingerMaster
Android platform based malware
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GingerMaster is malware that affects Android operating system version 2.3. It was first detected in August 2011.[1]
History
GingerMaster is Android malware that contains a root exploit packaged within an infected app.[2][3] GingerMaster's Root exploit is the "KillingInTheNameOfGingerBreakzegRush"[4]
Process
GingerMaster appears to be a normal application on the user's phone, but once the application is launched on an Android device, it acquires root privileges through GingerBreak on the device and then accesses sensitive data.[5][4] Once GingerMaster has root access it will try to install a root shell for future malicious use.[4]
Function
GingerMaster steals data such as:
- SIM card number
- Phone number
- IMEI number
- IMSI number
- Screen resolution
- Native time
