GingerMaster

GingerMaster is malware that affects Android operating system version 2.3. It was first detected in August 2011.¹

GingerMaster is Android malware that contains a root exploit packaged within an infected app.²³ GingerMaster's Root exploit is the "KillingInTheNameOfGingerBreakzegRush"⁴

GingerMaster appears to be a normal application on the user's phone, but once the application is launched on an Android device, it acquires root privileges through GingerBreak on the device and then accesses sensitive data.⁵⁴ Once GingerMaster has root access it will try to install a root shell for future malicious use.⁴

GingerMaster steals data such as:

• SIM card number
• Phone number
• IMEI number
• IMSI number
• Screen resolution
• Native time