APT / THREAT GROUP
MasterFred
3
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026
Intelligence Profile
According to heimdal, MasterFred malware, this is designed as an Android trojan that makes use of false login overlays to target not only Netflix, Instagram, and Twitter users, but also bank customers. The hackers’ goal is to steal credit card information.
Threat Analysis
MasterFred is a known-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of unknown activity patterns.
External References
Quick Facts
TypeAPT / Threat Group
Aliases3
Also Known As
MasterFredBroxapk.masterfred
External Intelligence
Malpedia: apk.masterfredResearch Links
Data sourced from Malpedia, Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Actor attribution is based on available intelligence and may be incomplete.