Budget Android Phones Ship With Residential Proxy Malware Pre-installed

Researchers uncovered a malware campaign named 'Midnight Mimosa' embedded in the factory firmware of budget Android smartphones. The malicious code…

If your organization procures or supports Android devices, avoid unknown-brand budget models until the affected manufacturers are identified. Monitor threat intelligence feeds for compromised device lists and alert end users. Deploy mobile device management (MDM) solutions to detect anomalous proxy behavior and unauthorized app installation.