New Android Spyware Employs Tactics to Deceive Malware Analyst

Cybercriminals are becoming more innovative in mobile app security, using techniques such as code obfuscation and resource camouflage to hide malware and complicate analysis of code. Software security company Symantec has revealed that techniques include embedding concealed resources in APK files, using unsupported compression methods, and deploying spyware that disguises itself as popular apps or games. Symantec advises users to maintain robust security measures.