The ROGUE Android botnet is a piece of software designed to control Android devices and turn them into part of a botnet. A botnet is a network of devices controlled by a central entity.
Features:
Device Control: the botnet operator can control it remotely. This control can include accessing sensitive data, sending messages, making calls, or even turning the device into a proxy for further attacks.
Data Recovery: ROGUE can be used to recovery personal information from devices, including contacts, messages, and login credentials.
Resource Exploitation: devices can be used to mine cryptocurrency, significantly draining battery life and device resources.
The ROGUE Android botnet came to light in the early 2020s, attracting attention from cybersecurity researchers due to its advanced capabilities and the potential it posed to a large number of Android devices.