INOVTEK Polbeng - Seri Informatika
Vol. 11 No. 2 (2026): May (Inpress)

Characteristic Analysis of Trojan-Spy Malware on the Android Operating System through a Reverse Engineering Approach

Fimbay, Nur Muhamad Abdul Mutholib (Unknown)
Risqiwati, Diah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

The rapid advancement of communication technology has contributed to the widespread adoption of Android devices within society, accompanied by a corresponding increase in digital security threats, including Trojan-Spy malware. This type of malware disguises itself as a legitimate application while covertly accessing users’ personal data. This study aims to analyze the characteristics of Trojan-Spy malware on the Android operating system using a reverse engineering approach. This method was selected due to its capability to deconstruct and identify the internal structure and concealed behavior of malware. The sample analyzed in this research was the application UndanganPernikahan.apk, which was distributed through a WhatsApp message. The research was conducted through several stages, including initialization, decompilation, static analysis, code reversing, and behavioral analysis. The findings indicate that the malware possesses the capability to read and send SMS messages, intercept notifications from other applications, execute remote commands via SMS, and transmit collected data to an external server through the Telegram Bot API. Furthermore, the malware employs camouflage techniques by presenting a seemingly legitimate user interface in order to evade detection. These findings underscore the importance of applying reverse engineering techniques to uncover potential cyber threats and to support the development of mitigation strategies and protective systems for Android users against malware attacks.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ISI

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT

Description

The Journal of Innovation and Technology (INOVTEK Polbeng—Seri Informatika) is a distinguished publication hosted by the State Polytechnic of Bengkalis. Dedicated to advancing the field of informatics, this scientific research journal serves as a vital platform for academics, researchers, and ...