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This sneaky Android spyware needs a password to uninstall. Here’s how to remove it without one.


A simple trick can remove malicious Android spyware apps that require a password to uninstall.

The spyware app also takes advantage of another built-in Android feature called “device admin,” which allows companies to remotely manage their employees’ phones, but is also frequently abused by spyware apps to allow broad access to a victim’s device and data. Before you proceed: Note that entering safe mode, and the following steps to identify and remove spyware apps, may vary by Android device model and software version. You should also make immediate steps to secure your device, such as by setting a longer, unique passcode, or an alphanumeric password, to prevent physical access in the future.

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