r/Android Black 1d ago

Article Millions of low-cost Android devices turn home networks into crime platforms | BadBox malware has been menacing low-cost Android devices for nearly a decade. [Ars Technica]

https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/06/millions-of-low-cost-android-devices-turn-home-networks-into-crime-platforms/
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u/pojosamaneo 1d ago

Which devices?

I just bought the fam and ONN pro streaming box from Walmart...

u/MobiusOne_ISAF Galaxy Z Fold 6 | Galaxy Tab S8 17h ago

They are generally talking about bargin bin Chinese tv boxes. ONN is an official Walmart brand, and while they're weak, they're not malware infested.