An Android Trojan that subscribes users from China to various chargeable content services without their consent. It sends text messages to the specified premium number and, after that, starts monitoring incoming messages for subscription confirmation. If such a text is detected, the malware replies with an SMS containing a confirmation code.
To conceal its activities from the user, the Trojan intercepts and deletes all messages coming from a content services provider and mobile network operator.
Curing recommendations
Android
If the mobile device is operating normally, download and install Dr.Web for Android Light. Run a full system scan and follow recommendations to neutralize the detected threats.
If the mobile device has been locked by Android.Locker ransomware (the message on the screen tells you that you have broken some law or demands a set ransom amount; or you will see some other announcement that prevents you from using the handheld normally), do the following:
Load your smartphone or tablet in the safe mode (depending on the operating system version and specifications of the particular mobile device involved, this procedure can be performed in various ways; seek clarification from the user guide that was shipped with the device, or contact its manufacturer);
Once you have activated safe mode, install the Dr.Web для Android Light onto the infected handheld and run a full scan of the system; follow the steps recommended for neutralizing the threats that have been detected;
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