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Bitdefender researchers report finding preinstalled Android malware

Developing· 2 independent sources

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Summary

Bitdefender security researchers say they identified malware called Midnight Mimosa, which runs on low-cost Android devices with MediaTek chips. The malware is reportedly preinstalled in device firmware, disguises itself as system packages and cannot be easily removed; it has system privileges. Midnight Mimosa is reportedly preinstalled on low-cost Chinese smartphones.

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  1. Updated: new information was added. - The Midnight Mimosa malicious app is preinstalled on low-cost Chinese smartphones. (developing)

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