A world without malware is ideal but unlikely. Many of us would prefer *not* to install another layer of protection on their already resource constrained handheld mobile device. Alternatively, Android malware detection sans anti-virus installation has become a reality. Learn about how it’s possible to detect mobile malware using simple text messages with ZitMo NoM. ZeuS in the mobile, known as ZitMo, is infamous for intercepting SMS transmissions then redirecting them to a Command & Control in order steal banking and personal information. Research with SMS transmissions directed at mobile malware has resulted in the ability to detect ZitMo’s presence without anti-virus applications installed. Turning their own tools against them makes this even more of a rewarding endeavor. We are looking for malware researchers to contribute to the continued development of this open tool. The presentation will include the research, the infrastructure and a demonstration of ZitMo NoM. Live malware will be used during this presentation, assuming we get it to behave.

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