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Cybercriminals are forever finding ways to get into your phone. The latest example is the SpyNote malware, which aims to keep tabs on you and steal sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As detailed by cyber security experts, SpyNote is spyware that is spread through smishing or fake mobile messages. These text messages trick victims into downloading the app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Although SpyNote doesn\u2019t ask for a lot of permissions, the ones it does request are similar to permissions that spyware asks for. When it\u2019s first launched, it asks for the BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE permission and when that\u2019s granted, the malware self-approves several additional vital permissions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The app also tries to hide itself and can\u2019t be found in the app launcher. It doesn\u2019t even show up on the Recents screen. It relies on external triggers such as an SMS to be launched.<\/p>\n

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SpyNote runs two \u201cdiehard\u201d services. Diehard services can\u2019t be shut down easily, neither by the Android system nor by the victim. Whenever an attempt is made to kill the malicious services, they are started back up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The main purpose of SpyNote is to steal as much data from the victim\u2019s phone as possible and send it back to the attacker\u2019s computer.<\/p>\n

SpyNote collects a dangerous amount of information on users. It can record incoming phone calls and send them to its developers. It is also capable of taking screenshots and sending them to the Command and Control center.<\/p>\n

It can even record what you type on your phone, meaning it can steal your credentials and screen unlock password.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s only one way to get rid of SpyNote<\/h2>\n

Unlike most other nefarious apps, getting rid of SpyNote is not as straightforward as deleting it. Since it\u2019s a hidden app, it can\u2019t be located and deleted. Deleting it through the Settings app is not possible either, as the app closes the menu screen whenever the user navigates to the app via Settings.<\/p>\n

And since it runs diehard services, the victim cannot stop them by going to the developer options either.<\/p>\n

The only way someone can get rid of SpyNote is by factory resetting their device and having all their data erased from the phone.<\/p>\n

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