Android Security Research Samples
Repository

M4lware.org provides security researchers, educators, and students with access to a vast collection of benign and malware APK/XAPK samples for educational and research purposes.

Current Repository Status

Benign Samples

100,000+

Clean applications(APK | XAPK) for comparison studies

Malware Samples

500,000+

Various types of malware APKs for analysis and detection research

Free Tier

4,000

2,000 benign + 2,000 malware APK samples for students

Pricing Strategy

Student Free Tier

FREE
  • 2,000 benign samples
  • 2,000 malware samples
  • Email support
  • Valid student ID required
  • For educational purposes only
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Research Tier

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  • Priority email support
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Enterprise Tier

  • Large volume samples
  • Specialized malware families
  • Custom classification
  • API access available
  • Dedicated support
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How It Works

1

Request Samples

Email us with your requirements, specifying the number of benign and/or malware APK samples you need.

2

Receive Quote

We'll send you a quote based on your requirements and the current pricing structure.

3

Make Payment

Complete the payment through our secure payment gateway.

4

Download Samples

Receive a secure download link to access your requested samples.

Important Notice for Researchers

All samples are provided for legitimate security research, education, and analysis purposes only. Users must comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the handling of malware.

Samples are provided in a secure, encrypted format with appropriate safeguards to prevent accidental execution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this repository?

M4lware.org maintains a comprehensive collection of Android APK and XAPK samples for legitimate security research, education, and analysis purposes. Our repository helps researchers, students, and cybersecurity professionals study and develop detection techniques for Android malware.

How are the samples classified?

Our samples are classified into two main categories: benign (legitimate applications) and malware. The malware samples are further categorized by family type, behavior, and detection complexity. All samples undergo thorough verification and analysis before being added to our repository.

Are these samples safe to handle?

All samples are provided in secure, password-protected archives with clear warning labels. However, they should only be handled in secure, isolated research environments. We provide detailed handling guidelines with all sample packages to ensure responsible usage.

How often is the repository updated?

We add new samples on a monthly basis to ensure the repository stays current with emerging threats and application trends. Our team actively monitors the Android ecosystem to collect relevant samples for research purposes.

Can I contribute samples to the repository?

Yes! We welcome contributions from security researchers and organizations. Please contact us with details about your samples, and our team will review them for inclusion in the repository. All contributors will be acknowledged (unless anonymity is requested).

Educational Resources

Analysis Guides

Step-by-step guides on how to safely analyze Android malware samples in controlled environments.

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Detection Techniques

Learn about various techniques used to detect Android malware and how to implement them.

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Research Papers

Access academic research papers that utilized our sample repository.

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