Trojan:Android/LuckyCat.A
Summary
LuckyCat.A connects to a command and control (C&C) server that further instructs the malware to perform certain actions.
Removal
Once the scan is complete, the F-Secure security product will ask if you want to uninstall the file, move it to the quarantine or keep it installed on your device.
A False Positive is when a file is incorrectly detected as harmful, usually because its code or behavior resembles known harmful programs. A False Positive will usually be fixed in a subsequent database update without any action needed on your part. If you wish, you may also:
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Check for the latest database updates
First check if your F-Secure security program is using the latest updates, then try scanning the file again.
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Submit a sample
After checking, if you still believe the file is incorrectly detected, you can submit a sample of it for re-analysis.
Note: If the file was moved to quarantine, you need to collect the file from quarantine before you can submit it.
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Exclude a file from further scanning
If you are certain that the file is safe and want to continue using it, you can exclude it from further scanning by the F-Secure security product.
Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.
Technical Details
LuckyCat.A may be connected to an advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign that shares the same name. The were reports on LuckyCat campaign targeting the Indian and Japanese military research institution, and Chinese hackers were believed to be responsible behind the campaign.
LuckyCat.A's icon and screenshot
LuckyCat.A exhibits remote access trojan (RAT) capabilities, and connects to a command and control (C&C) server that further instructs the malware to perform these actions:
- Browse directory in the device
- Download file from the device
- Upload file to the device
- Send information to the C&C server
More details
For additional reading on the LuckyCat APT campaign, please refer to the article 'LuckyCat' APT Campaign Building Android Malware.