Germany’s Gadget Meltdown: 30,000 Devices Sold with Pre-Installed Malware!
Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security reports that 30,000 media devices, including photo frames and streaming devices, were sold with pre-installed malware called BadBox. These devices were running outdated Android versions. The agency has managed to sinkhole the botnet’s communication and advises users to disconnect infected devices.
Hot Take:
Germans are known for their engineering prowess and efficiency, but it seems even they can’t escape the universal truth: when it comes to tech, you get what you pay for. Lesson learned: if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably comes with malware pre-installed!
Key Points:
- 30,000 media devices in Germany were sold with pre-installed BadBox malware.
- Devices were infected with malware before hitting the shelves, thanks to outdated Android versions.
- Germany’s BSI has intervened, creating a sinkhole to cut off malware communication.
- Consumers are urged to disconnect infected devices and scan for malware.
- BadBox can transform devices into residential proxies and conduct ad-fraud schemes.
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