Infected Android Phone Racks up Text Charges

Here is an article about a malware application that infects Android phones, and sends text messages to premium rate numbers. It should also be possible for an application like this to make calls to premium rate numbers. You could also use an applciation like this to generate call floods.

http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/print/9211879/Infected_Android_app_runs_up_big_texting_bills?taxonomyName=Cybercrime+and+Hacking&taxonomyId=82

 

Comments

[call recording]

Can you call your service provider and file a dispute? Since you didn't make those text messages your self.

[Mark Collier]

I do not know. I suspect they would make it very difficult to report it and I doubt you would be able to get reimbursed.

[Call Recording]

Does this continue even if you switch off the phone?