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Malware

Svpeng

Svpeng is a malicious banking trojan targeting Android devices, and it poses a significant threat to both mobile users and the developers of mobile banking apps.

Svpeng is a Android malware family.

Background

Svpeng is a banking trojan built for Android that represents a serious risk to both mobile users and the makers of mobile banking apps. Operating since roughly 2013, it focuses on Android users with the goal of stealing financial information, especially login credentials and personal data tied to banking and finance apps. It generally reaches victims through malicious apps, phishing campaigns, or drive-by downloads.


Source: Malpedia (Fraunhofer FKIE).