The FBI has issued a warning about millions of low-cost media devices infected with malware called BadBox, based on a 2016 Trojan, Triada. Initially discovered by Kaspersky Lab, Triada became notorious for its sophistication and ability to bypass Android's security features. Although Google responded with updates, the issue persisted, leading to supply-chain attacks that pre-installed malware on devices. In 2023, Human Security highlighted BigBox, a Triada variant found in 74,000 devices worldwide, which enables functionalities such as advertising fraud and account generation, underlining a significant ongoing threat to consumer security.
Millions of low-cost devices are infected with malware, turning networks into platforms for illicit activities, according to a warning from the FBI.
The malware, known as BadBox, is based on Triada, a mobile Trojan that has evolved to infect devices before consumers use them.
BigBox, a Triada-derived backdoor, was found pre-installed on thousands of devices, facilitating advertising fraud and other illicit activities.
Despite countermeasures from Google, the supply-chain attack continues, affecting tens of thousands of devices worldwide.
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