DroidWhisper uses standard Android APIs to gain access to services on the device. The original legitimate app is broken down into its components using the Android application package tool.

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The spy software is also clever enough to delete any blurred photos or any that are too dark, before beaming them to the bad guys. The photos could also be used to create a 3D model of a room.

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