ICEPick-3PC Android Trojan

First observed in early 2018, ICEPick-3PC is a multi-function trojan targeting web content tools and Android devices. It is available for purchase from a number of sellers on several dark web forums.

Threat ID:: CC-2875
Category:: Trojan
Threat Severity:: Low
Threat Vector:
Published:: 10 January 2019 12:00 AM

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Summary

First observed in early 2018, ICEPick-3PC is a multi-function trojan targeting web content tools and Android devices. It is available for purchase from a number of sellers on several dark web forums.

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

Android

Google Android - All versions

Threat details

ICEPick-3PC was initially seen being delivered by third-party tools used by websites to deliver interactive content. These tools were compromised by the threat actors before ICEPick-3PC was loaded onto them to be distributed to devices that visit the websites using the affected tools.

Once installed, ICEPick-3PC will collect user and system information to send back to a command and control server. It will then attempt to collect IP addresses from the device, compromise virtual private network connections to inspect the traffic or collect user credentials through any available web browsers.

Remediation steps

Type	Step
	To prevent and detect a trojan infection, ensure that: A robust program of education and awareness training is delivered to users to ensure they don’t open attachments or follow links within unsolicited emails. All operating systems, anti-virus and other security products are kept up-to-date. Regular anti-virus and security scans are performed on your organisation’s estate. All day-to-day computer activities such as email and internet are performed using non-administrative accounts. Strong password policies are in place. Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity. User accounts accessed from affected devices should be reset on a clean computer. Your organisation adopts a holistic all-round approach to Cyber Security as advocated by the 10 Steps to Cyber Security.

Type

Step

To prevent and detect a trojan infection, ensure that:

A robust program of education and awareness training is delivered to users to ensure they don’t open attachments or follow links within unsolicited emails.
All operating systems, anti-virus and other security products are kept up-to-date.
Regular anti-virus and security scans are performed on your organisation’s estate.
All day-to-day computer activities such as email and internet are performed using non-administrative accounts.
Strong password policies are in place.
Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity.
User accounts accessed from affected devices should be reset on a clean computer.
Your organisation adopts a holistic all-round approach to Cyber Security as advocated by the 10 Steps to Cyber Security.

Last edited: 14 February 2020 2:49 pm