Malware
Mobile Malware
Also known as: Smartphone malware, Android/iOS malware
Definition
Malicious software that targets smartphones and tablets to steal data, intercept communications, mine cryptocurrency, or perform financial fraud.
Examples
- Cerberus and Anubis Android banking trojans abusing accessibility services.
- Pegasus spyware deployed via zero-click iMessage exploits.
Related terms
Banking Trojan
Malware designed to steal online-banking credentials and authorize fraudulent transactions, typically through web injects, form grabbing, or overlays.
Spyware
Malware that secretly collects information about a user, device, or organization and sends it to an external party.
Remote Access Trojan (RAT)
Malware that gives an attacker covert, interactive control of an infected device, similar to a hidden remote-administration tool.
Smishing
Phishing delivered via SMS or other mobile-messaging channels to trick victims into clicking malicious links, calling fraudulent numbers, or revealing data.
Mobile Forensics
The forensic acquisition and analysis of smartphones, tablets, and wearables to extract communications, app data, location, and other artefacts.
Malware
Any software intentionally designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computers, networks, or data.