BadBox, a new Android malware, is turning devices into proxy servers for cybercriminal activities. The malware has affected over 192,000 devices globally and is linked to the Triada family. Typically used for ad-fraud, the malware compromises user data and device performance. Infected devices, often without Google Play Protect certification, include Android TVs and streaming devices. Experts recommend buying verified devices, updating firmware, and ensuring Google Play Protect certification.
iOS devices more exposed to phishing than Android
Cybercrime groups are increasingly targeting mobile devices, with a 32% jump in malicious app detections and a 17% increase in enterprise-focused credential theft and phishing
