Malware
Hermit
First seen: 2019-01 • Status: active
Currently Active Threat
Hermit is government spyware made in Italy. It can read your messages, track your location, and record your calls if installed on your phone.
Overview
Hermit is commercial spyware developed by Italian company RCS Lab. It has been used by governments to target individuals in Kazakhstan, Syria, and Italy.
Also Known As
Hermit Spyware, RCS Lab Hermit
How It Spreads
- • Fake apps
- • Malicious links
- • Government distribution
What It Does
- • Call recording
- • SMS theft
- • Location tracking
- • Contact theft
- • Audio recording
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Target Platforms
iOS, Android
Detection Tips
- • Check for unusual apps
- • Monitor permissions
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1429, T1430, T1517
If You're Infected
- 1.
Factory reset device
- 2.
Use new secure device
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