OSVDB ID: 78627 Title: Riptide GP FREE Application for Android Premium Rate SMS Message Trojaned Distribution |
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Description |
The Riptide GP FREE application for Android has trojaned copies available for download on some app markets. These trojans will cause a phone to send SMS messages to premium numbers, charging the user money. |
Classification |
Location:
Remote / Network Access,
Mobile Phone / Hand-held Device
Attack Type: Other Impact: Loss of Integrity Solution: Workaround Exploit: Exploit Private Disclosure: Vendor Verified, Discovered in the Wild |
Solution |
Verify the source of application downloads, particularly in the case of popular games when dealing with unexpected vendors. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |
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Unknown or Incomplete |