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Spyware Found Exploiting Devices Since 2017

December 12, 2024
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Spyware Found Exploiting Devices Since 2017

EagleMsgSpy is a newly uncovered Android spyware believed to be used by Chinese law enforcement agencies for surveillance since 2017. Developed by Wuhan Chinasoft Token Information Technology Co., Ltd., this malware operates as a “comprehensive judicial monitoring product,” capable of collecting extensive data from targeted devices without the user’s knowledge. The spyware consists of two components: an installer APK and a surveillance client that runs discreetly on the victim’s device once installed. It has been found intercepting communications, logging calls, recording audio, capturing screenshots, and tracking location data.

The spyware’s installation requires physical access to the device, often through USB connections or QR codes, making it a tool likely used in controlled environments. After installation, the core payload, known as MM or eagle_mm, gathers information from messaging apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, and WeChat. It also harvests call logs, contact lists, GPS coordinates, network activity, and files stored on external storage. This data is compressed into password-protected archives and sent to command-and-control (C2) servers. Recent versions employ ApkToolPlus, an open-source protection tool, to conceal critical code sections and evade detection.

Lookout researchers linked EagleMsgSpy to a broader surveillance ecosystem with connections to other China-linked spyware tools, such as PluginPhantom and CarbonSteal. These tools have previously targeted minority communities, including Tibetans and Uyghurs. EagleMsgSpy’s infrastructure includes administrative control panels built using AngularJS, with features suggesting potential cross-platform capabilities, including a suspected iOS version. Publicly accessible source code and patents filed by the developer further reveal the tool’s focus on building sophisticated data-collection systems for law enforcement purposes.

The implications of EagleMsgSpy are significant, given its capability for real-time monitoring and its targeted use by public security bureaus in China. While the spyware’s operation seems to align with lawful intercept practices, its advanced features and potential misuse raise concerns about privacy and surveillance overreach. This discovery highlights the need for robust defenses and awareness of threats posed by nation-state actors leveraging sophisticated spyware for surveillance objectives.

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  • Chinese EagleMsgSpy Spyware Found Exploiting Mobile Devices Since 2017
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